4-Day Gombe Chimpanzees & Lake Tanganyika
Overview
About this safari
Two chimpanzee treks in Gombe, where Jane Goodall began her research, plus time on the shores of Lake Tanganyika.
- Two chimpanzee treks
- Jane Goodall research history
- Olive baboons and red colobus
- Swimming in Lake Tanganyika
Day by Day
Itinerary
DAY1Arrival in Kigoma
Meet your guide at Kigoma airport and transfer to a lakeside hotel.
DAY2Kigoma to Gombe
Boat along the lake to Gombe. Afternoon forest walk to the waterfall.
DAY3Chimpanzee tracking
Full morning chimpanzee trek, afternoon free on the beach.
DAY4Gombe to Kigoma
Second short trek or relaxed morning, then boat back to Kigoma for your flight.
What's included
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- All park entry and conservation fees
- Accommodation as described in the itinerary
- Meals as listed (B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner)
- Drinking water in the vehicle throughout
- Airport or Arusha hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Boat transfers Kigoma - Gombe
- Chimpanzee tracking fees
Not included
- International flights and visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Tips for guide and staff
- Drinks at lodges and personal expenses
- Optional activities such as balloon safaris
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