Mahale Mountains National Park, Gombe Stream, is home to some of the last remaining wild chimpanzees in Africa. The Park is reachable by boat or plane, both of which are available for charter.

May to October is the best time to visit. There are no roads and all game viewing is done on foot. Mahale is a unique ecological zone with lowland forest, moist and dry savannah, miombo and open woodlands.

Animals range from elephant, buffalo, leopard and primates to roan and sable antelopes, giraffe, kudu, eland, leopard and lion.

“An unforgettable experience awaits the intrepid traveler to the remote western shores of lake Tanganyika…”

Activities

• Chimpanzee safaris,
• Treks and walks, relaxation,
• Boat safaris.
• Luxury tented camp/lodge. Park bandas and camping.

Features

Chimpanzee sanctuary. Mahale mountain ranges – Mt Nkungwe 2462mts. Lake Tanganyika. An amazing combination of crystal clear waters, white sand beaches, backed by lush forested mountains. Diverse range of fauna. Leopard, warthog, giant squirrel, brush tailed porcupines along with at least nine species of primates. Birders paradise.

Best time to visit

June to Oct and Dec – Feb

More information

• Official site of the Mahale Mountains National Park