4-Day Gombe Chimpanzee Trekking

START/FINISH

Dar es Salaam/Zanzibar

ACTIVITY

Chimpanzee Trekking

COMFORT

Mid-range Safari

4-Day Gombe Chimpanzee Trekking

This unforgettable journey begins and ends on the idyllic island of Zanzibar. You’ll explore Gombe Stream National Park, home to the famous chimpanzees studied by Dr. Jane Goodall. This exclusive experience takes you through Kigoma, across the serene waters of Lake Tanganyika, and deep into a tropical forest teeming with wildlife. Trek with expert guides to encounter chimpanzees in the wild, swim under waterfalls, kayak on the lake, and unwind at luxury eco-lodges. Includes domestic flights, full-board meals, guided activities, park fees, and luxury accommodations.

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Tour

TRAVEL INFORMATION

  

ITINERARY

Your journey begins with a 05:40 AM flight from Dar Es Salaam Airport (Terminal 2) to Kigoma, arriving at 07:40 AM. Upon arrival, our driver will meet you and transfer you to Kigoma Hilltop Hotel for breakfast and a brief rest.

At 9:00 AM, you’ll transfer by boat (approximately 1 hour) across Lake Tanganyika to Gombe National Park. Upon arrival, check in and relax at your lodge.

In the afternoon, enjoy lunch followed by leisure time swimming at the beach, relax, or simply unwind. At 3:00 PM, depart for a 30-minute guided hike to a nearby waterfall, spotting primates along the way. Enjoy a refreshing swim at the base of the falls

Optional: If you return early, enjoy kayaking and witness a stunning sunset over the lake.

At 7:00 PM, dinner will be served, followed by evening relaxation.

Main Destination: Gombe National Park (Chimpanzees)

After breakfast, meet your professional guide and set out for an exciting day of chimpanzee trekking in Gombe Stream National Park. The trekking duration depends on the chimpanzees’ movements as they explore the forest in search of food.

Your guide will enrich your journey with information about the forest’s ecosystem, including birdlife, flora, and other primates. Once the chimps are located, enjoy observing their behavior playing, grooming, and socializing.

Return to the lodge for a well-deserved lunch. The afternoon is at leisure, resting, swimming, or enjoying the serene surroundings.

In the evening, unwind and watch the sunset over Lake Tanganyika from your lodge.

Main Destination: Gombe National Park

Start your day with breakfast at 7:00 AM before heading to the park headquarters for registration. A professional guide will accompany you on your final chimpanzee trek. Be prepared for a moderately strenuous hike through steep terrain hiking gear is recommended.

During the trek, your guide will share stories of the famed chimpanzee community studied by Jane Goodall since 1960. You may also spot other primates, birds, and unique plant life. The trek typically lasts 4hours, with a 100% chance of seeing chimpanzees.

Return to your lodge for lunch and a short rest. In the afternoon, you will take a boat ride back to Kigoma, arriving in time to relax and enjoy the facilities at Kigoma Hilltop Hotel.

Main Destination: Gombe to Kigoma

Wake up to beautiful lake views and enjoy an early breakfast at 6:00 AM. Afterward, your driver will transfer you to Kigoma Airport for your 8:30 AM flight to Dar es Salaam, arriving at 10:40 AM.

Upon arrival, connect with your onward flight to Zanzibar. A representative will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel, marking the end of this unforgettable adventure.

Main Destination: Zanzibar Island

DAY 1

Dar es Salaam to Gombe – Flight and Relaxation on Lake Tanganyika

Your journey begins with a 05:40 AM flight from Dar Es Salaam Airport (Terminal 2) to Kigoma, arriving at 07:40 AM. Upon arrival, our driver will meet you and transfer you to Kigoma Hilltop Hotel for breakfast and a brief rest.

At 9:00 AM, you’ll transfer by boat (approximately 1 hour) across Lake Tanganyika to Gombe National Park. Upon arrival, check in and relax at your lodge.

In the afternoon, enjoy lunch followed by leisure time swimming at the beach, relax, or simply unwind. At 3:00 PM, depart for a 30-minute guided hike to a nearby waterfall, spotting primates along the way. Enjoy a refreshing swim at the base of the falls

Optional: If you return early, enjoy kayaking and witness a stunning sunset over the lake.

At 7:00 PM, dinner will be served, followed by evening relaxation.

Main Destination: Gombe National Park (Chimpanzees)

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 2

Full-Day Chimpanzee Trekking in Gombe

After breakfast, meet your professional guide and set out for an exciting day of chimpanzee trekking in Gombe Stream National Park. The trekking duration depends on the chimpanzees’ movements as they explore the forest in search of food.

Your guide will enrich your journey with information about the forest’s ecosystem, including birdlife, flora, and other primates. Once the chimps are located, enjoy observing their behavior playing, grooming, and socializing.

Return to the lodge for a well-deserved lunch. The afternoon is at leisure, resting, swimming, or enjoying the serene surroundings.

In the evening, unwind and watch the sunset over Lake Tanganyika from your lodge.

Main Destination: Gombe National Park

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 3

Final Chimpanzee Trekking & Return to Kigoma

Start your day with breakfast at 7:00 AM before heading to the park headquarters for registration. A professional guide will accompany you on your final chimpanzee trek. Be prepared for a moderately strenuous hike through steep terrain hiking gear is recommended.

During the trek, your guide will share stories of the famed chimpanzee community studied by Jane Goodall since 1960. You may also spot other primates, birds, and unique plant life. The trek typically lasts 4hours, with a 100% chance of seeing chimpanzees.

Return to your lodge for lunch and a short rest. In the afternoon, you will take a boat ride back to Kigoma, arriving in time to relax and enjoy the facilities at Kigoma Hilltop Hotel.

Main Destination: Gombe to Kigoma

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 4

Kigoma to Zanzibar via Dar es Salaam – End of Tour

Wake up to beautiful lake views and enjoy an early breakfast at 6:00 AM. Afterward, your driver will transfer you to Kigoma Airport for your 8:30 AM flight to Dar es Salaam, arriving at 10:40 AM.

Upon arrival, connect with your onward flight to Zanzibar. A representative will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel, marking the end of this unforgettable adventure.

Main Destination: Zanzibar Island

Meals

Breakfast

WHAT'S INCLUDES

Included

Park fees (For non-residents)
Chimp permits (One per person, non-resident)
All activities (Unless labelled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labelled as optional)
All flights during the tour
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Excluded

International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

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