4-Day Chimpanzee Trekking Adventure in Gombe NP

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Kigoma & Lake Tanganyika Crossing to Gombe

You will be picked up from your hotel or Kigoma Airport and transferred directly to the boat for a scenic cruise across Lake Tanganyika to Gombe National Park. Upon arrival, you will check in at Kasekela Rest House, settle into your room, and receive a short briefing from your professional guide.
In the afternoon, you will head into the forest for your first chimpanzee trekking experience, with excellent chances of seeing chimpanzees, baboons, and other primates in their natural habitat. Listening to calls echoing through the forest and observing their social behavior is a truly unforgettable moment. After the trek, return to the lodge for a well-deserved lunch and some rest.
In the evening, you'll have time to relax at Lake Tanganyika beach, to swim, unwind, and watch a beautiful sunset over the calm waters. Dinner will be served at 7:30 pm, followed by an overnight stay at Kasekela Rest House. The peaceful lakeside atmosphere prepares you for adventures ahead. Enjoy your stay.

Main Destination:

Gombe National Park (Chimps)

Best Time To Visit July to October (Best time to find chimps)

High Season July to October (Gombe never gets crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Gombe NP

ChimpanzeeCommon

HippoOccasional

LeopardRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

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ElephantNone

GiraffeNone

CheetahNone

BuffaloNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

Accommodation:

Kasekela Luxury Tents

• Budget tented camp located inside Gombe NP

Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Chimpanzee Trekking in Gombe National Park

Breakfast will be served at 7:30 am, after which you will embark on a full chimpanzee trekking adventure deep into the forest. During the trek, you will visit the Kakombe Waterfall, the chimpanzee feeding station, and explore the lush forest ecosystem, observing its diverse flora and fauna. Along the way, you may encounter various primates, including baboons, colobus monkeys, red-tailed monkeys, blue monkeys, and red-headed monkeys, all in their natural habitat.

After the trek, you will return to the camp for a relaxing lunch. In the afternoon, you will enjoy swimming in Lake Tanganyika or unwind on the beach while watching a breathtaking sunset. Dinner will be served at 7:30 pm, followed by an overnight stay at Kasekela Rest House, preparing you for the final day of your Gombe adventure.

Main Destination:

Gombe National Park (Chimps)

Accommodation:

Kasekela Luxury Tents

• Budget tented camp located inside Gombe NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Deeper Insights, Lakeside Serenity & Sunset Splendor

Today offers another opportunity to explore the forests of Gombe National Park and deepen your connection with its remarkable wildlife. Accompanied by experienced guides and trackers, embark on a chimpanzee trekking adventure that may lead you to a different chimpanzee community, offering fresh insights into their complex social lives. Observe these fascinating primates as they forage, groom one another, care for their young, and move through the forest canopy. Your guide will share information about chimpanzee behavior, conservation efforts, and the pioneering research of Jane Goodall. Enjoy the park’s lush vegetation and colorful birdlife, with a visit to Jane's Peak for panoramic views over Lake Tanganyika. After lunch, relax with a boat excursion or guided birdwatching walk.

Main Destination:

Gombe National Park (Chimps)

Accommodation:

Kasekela Luxury Tents

• Budget tented camp located inside Gombe NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Gombe to kigoma

After an early breakfast at 7:30 am, set out on a final chimpanzee trek through the forests of Gombe National Park, offering one last opportunity to observe these remarkable primates in their natural habitat. Watch as they move through the canopy, interact within their communities, and go about their daily routines, creating a memorable conclusion to your time in Gombe.

Following the trek, return to camp to freshen up and prepare for departure. At approximately 11:00 am, board a boat for a scenic journey across Lake Tanganyika, enjoying the tranquil waters and stunning shoreline views on your way back to Kigoma.

Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel or Kigoma Airport, marking the end of your unforgettable safari. As your adventure comes to a close, take with you lasting memories of Gombe’s extraordinary chimpanzees, pristine forests, and breathtaking lake scenery.

Main Destination:

Gombe National Park (Chimps)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinks not included

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.