3-Day Gombe Chimpanzee Trekking from Dar Es Salaam

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

Morning Flight from Dar Es Salaam to Kigoma/ Then Transfer by Boat to Gombe National Park

Today you will have a flight departing from Dar Es Salaam airport ( Teminal 2 ) at 05:40 AM flight to Kigoma.

7:40 AM – You'll arrive in Kigoma, meet our driver, and transfer to Hilltop Hotel for breakfast.

9:00 AM – You'll depart by boat (1-hour ride) to Gombe National Park. Upon arrival, check in and relax at your lodge.

Afternoon – You'll enjoy lunch and leisure time—swim at the beach or unwind.

3:00 PM – You'll depart for a 30-minute waterfall hike, spotting primates along the way. You'll swim in the waterfall before returning to your lodge.

Optional: If you return early, you'll enjoy kayaking and a beautiful sunset on the water.

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM - Dinner will be served, followed by night relaxation.

Main Destination:
Gombe National Park (Chimps).

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:

Mbali Mbali Gombe Lodge

• Luxury tented camp located inside Gombe NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Chimpanzee Trekking in Gombe National Park / Boat ride to Kigoma city

7:00 AM – You'll enjoy breakfast at your lodge before heading to the park headquarters for registration. You will be assigned a guide who will accompany you during the chimpanzee trekking experience.

As you walk through the dense forest, be prepared for some steep slopes hiking gear is recommended. Your guide will share fascinating stories about the famous chimpanzee community that Jane Goodall studied since 1960. In addition to chimpanzees, you may also encounter other primates, birds, insects, and unique plant species.

The hike can take 4 to 6 hours, with a 100% chance of spotting them. The park is characterized by steep ridges
and valleys, making for an adventurous and rewarding experience and we recommend having hiking gears.

Afternoon –After descending, return to your lodge for a short rest before enjoying a delicious lunch you will have a boat ride back to Kigoma town. Upon your arrival you will enjoy the lodge facilities before dinner time at 0700am.

Main Destination:

Gombe National Park (Chimps)

Accommodation:

Kigoma Hilltop Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located outside Gombe NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Transfer by Air from Kigoma to Dar Es Salaam

You'll wake up to a stunning view of Lake Tanganyika and enjoy breakfast at 6:00 AM.

After breakfast, our driver will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to Kigoma Airport for your 8:30 AM flight to Dar es Salaam.

Upon arrival at 10:40 AM, you will meet our driver, who will transfer you to your hotel in Dar es Salaam.

Main Destination:

Dar Es Salaam (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

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