Heritage SafarisVenture into the world of the chimpanzee on this once-in-a-lifetime experience. Head into the small park of Gombe Stream National Park, on the banks of Lake Tanganyika, to follow in the footsteps of primate extraordinaire, Jane Goodall, where you can spend some invaluable time with troops of chimpanzees.
Starting Price US$ 4,105 p.p.*
Chimpanzee Trek
Gombe Stream National Park
Lake Tanganyika
Birding and forest walks in Gombe Forest
Day 1- 3 Gombe Forest Lodge
Day 4 Kigoma
Day 5 Depart
Early morning Shared Charter flight from Arusha Airport to Kigoma Airport. Airport transfer from Kigoma Airport to Kigoma Hilltop Hotel. Dhow boat transfer (approx. 1.5 hours) to Gombe Forest lodge. Staff welcome and introductions followed by lunch. Afternoon/early evening chimpanzee trekking or forest walks (if time allows). Evening sundowners, dinner, and overnight at the lodge.
Dinner and overnight at Gombe Forest Lodge LD
After breakfast, depart for morning chimpanzee trekking. Return to the lodge for hot lunch. Afternoon at leisure perhaps to kayak. Evening sundowners, dinner, and overnight at the lodge.
Dinner and overnight at Gombe Forest Lodge BLD
After breakfast, depart for morning chimpanzee trekking. Return to the lodge for hot lunch. Afternoon at leisure perhaps to kayak. Book an optional Boat Safari. Evening sundowners, dinner, and overnight at the lodge.
Dinner and overnight at Gombe Forest Lodge BLD
After breakfast, morning dhow boat transfer (approx. 1.5 hours) to Kigoma. Hot lunch at Kigoma Hilltop Hotel. Afternoon at leisure; lounge at the swimming pool or at the private beach. Alternatively book an optional Ujiji & Livingstone Memorial Tour. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Dinner and Overnight at Kigoma Hilltop Hotel LD
After breakfast, morning airport transfer to Kigoma Airport. Depart with SC Flight to Arusha Airport with packed lunch. BL
Full Board Accommodation and Meals as specified in the itinerary. Packed lunch on day of departure
Shared Charter Flights (Arusha – Kigoma – Arusha). Luggage allowance of 15kgs per person.
Local beers, selection of spirits ans house wine, soft drinks and water in Gombe
Daily Conservation, Concession and Guide fees for park entrance
Guiding with English Speaking Driver/Guide.
1 x Chimpanzee Trek per day in Gombe
Birding and forest walks in Gombe
All Government taxes and levies; VAT and TDL
All transfers as indicated
Laundry services in Gombe
Departs: Flights operate on Monday/Thursday only from Arusha
All soft drinks and bottled water in Kigoma
Laundry services in Kigoma
All items of personal nature
Tips and gratuities to hotel, lodges, camp staff and guides
Medical Insurance and Evacuation
Price vary by season ~ Contact us with your specific travel dates
From US$ 4,105 per person sharing
Best Seasons: January and February ~ June to October
