Gombe, Chimpanzee Expedition
Five secluded days on the crystalline shores of Lake Tanganyika, tracking wild chimpanzees in the footsteps of Jane Goodall.
Based on 2 sharing. Includes domestic flight to Kigoma, boat transfers, and daily chimp tracking permits.
Expedition Overview
Tanzania’s smallest national park is accessible solely by boat. Here, steep forested valleys plunge directly into the clear depths of Lake Tanganyika. You trek through dense tropical foliage to spend unforgettable hours with habituated wild chimpanzee communities.
Route Highlights
- Two full guided chimpanzee habituation treks with certified TANAPA park trackers
- Accessible only by wooden dhow boat across Lake Tanganyika
- Swim and snorkel in the crystal-clear, fresh waters of the world’s longest lake
- Hike to Jane’s Peak for panoramic views across the lake toward the Congo mountains
The Trail & Stop Sequence
Kigoma Historic Port
Kigoma1 nightGombe Stream Forest Camp
Gombe3 nightsKigoma Historic Port
Gombe Stream Forest Camp
Day-by-Day Expedition Plan
Morning:Fly from Arusha or Dar es Salaam westward to Kigoma on the eastern shore of Lake Tanganyika.
Midday:Board our private wooden boat, cruising north along forested mountain coastlines.
Evening:Step onto the white pebble beach of Gombe Stream. Settle into your tent under palm and fig trees.
Route Photography Gallery
Field perspectives from this specific itinerary.
Frequently Asked Questions
Practical advice for this specific route.
Price Breakdown
What is Included
- ✓Return scheduled domestic flights to Kigoma Airport
- ✓Private boat transfers Kigoma – Gombe Stream – Kigoma
- ✓All 4 nights accommodation in waterfront forest camp and boutique lodge
- ✓Two chimpanzee tracking permits per person with TANAPA park guides
- ✓All park entrance fees and conservation taxes
- ✓All meals and drinking water throughout the expedition
Not Included
- ✕International flights
- ✕Tanzania tourist visa
- ✕Gratuities for boat captains and forest trackers
- ✕Personal trekking gear and hydration backpacks