5-DAYS VISIT CHIMPANZEE BUDGET TANZANIA TOUR (Dar-Kigoma, Kigoma-Mahale,Mahale-Kigoma, Kigoma Gombe, Gombe-Kigoma, Kigoma-Dar)
This 4-day mid-range safari through Northern Tanzania is a thrilling journey through some of Africa’s most iconic landscapes. You’ll explore three renowned parks: Tarangire National Park, famed for its massive elephant herds and ancient baobab trees; the legendary Serengeti, where endless plains teem with wildlife and predators; and the majestic Ngorongoro Crater, a natural amphitheater packed with game, including the elusive black rhino. With comfortable mid-range lodges or tented camps, private 4×4 game drives, and expert guides, this safari offers a balance of adventure, comfort, and unforgettable encounters with nature.
Hiking
Mahale Mountains National Park is a wild frontier that offers brilliant hiking adventures and the opportunity to climb the imposing Mount Nkungwe which is the park’s brooding peak and a place of the spiritual significance of the Tongwe people who once lived in the mountain, rewards intrepid hiking lovers with a wealth of animals and birdlife with amazing scenic views. Nkungwe is eminently climbable and makes a fine adventure of 2 – 3 days hike as you hack your way through high grass and brush to the top is accompanied by an armed park ranger with enroute camping that adds a mind-blowing experience to the whole adventure.
Lakeshore Activities
Other Tourist Activities in Mahale Mountains National Park are water sport activities along lake Tanganyika and its shores, taking a stroll on the shoreline of Lake Tanganyika is spectacular, you can go kayaking, snorkeling or fish out on the lake as well as soak yourself in the white sand on the amazingly clean and undisturbed beaches along with this shoreline while enjoying the fresh breath as you relax from your great trek/hike. You will also enjoy clear spectacular views of Congo Mountains from a distance in the evenings.
Walking safaris
Tourists also, participate in taking walks in the majestic forested rich slopes of the Mahale Mountains National park which is always much rewarding with incredible attractions following the hooting calls of chimpanzees and melodic voices of abundant bird species.
Bird watching
The forested Mahale Mountains and lake shorelines attribute to opportunities for bird watching which is also among the attractive Tourist Activities in the Mahale Mountains National Park. Bird watching is done especially in the forests nearby the main lodge area which are usually full of birds such as guinea fowl, hornbills, kingfishers on the shores and many more all readily seen on short walks in the other forests within the park boundaries.
Included
All park and crater entry fees
Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
English-speaking safari guide
Mid-range lodge/tented camp accommodation
All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Bottled drinking water during game drives
Unlimited game drives as per itinerary
Government taxes and charges
Not Included
International flights
Tanzania visa
Tips for guide/driver
Travel insurance
Alcohol and soft drinks
Extra nights in Arusha (before/after safari)
Optional activities (e.g. balloon safari, cultural tours)