4 Day Flying Mahale safari at provides a unique opportunity to experience chimpanzee trekking, explore beautiful forests, and enjoy relaxing boat safaris on Lake Tanganyika. It’s the perfect choice for nature and wildlife lovers looking for a remote and intimate adventure.
Why Choose This Safari?
- Chimpanzee Trekking: The park is famous for its population of wild chimpanzees, which is one of the main attractions. Mahale is one of the best places in the world to see chimpanzees in their natural habitat. The park is home to over 1,000 chimps, and visitors can trek into the forests to observe their behavior and interactions.
- Scenic Beauty: The park is known for its dramatic landscapes, with mountain ranges rising above the lush forest. The views over Lake Tanganyika, the second-largest freshwater lake in the world, are particularly stunning.
- Wildlife: Besides chimpanzees, Mahale also hosts a variety of other wildlife, including lion, leopard, zebra, giraffe, and various antelope species. The park’s forests are also home to monkeys, baboons, and a rich array of bird species.
- Isolation: Located in a remote area, Mahale is one of Tanzania’s least-visited parks, offering an exclusive safari experience far from the crowds of other popular parks like Serengeti or Ngorongoro Crater.
- Activities: Visitors can enjoy chimpanzee trekking, bird watching, forest walks, and boat rides on Lake Tanganyika. The park also offers opportunities for snorkeling and kayaking in the lake.
Overview
Mahale Mountains National Park is a stunning and remote wildlife reserve located on the western shore of Lake Tanganyika in Tanzania. It is known for its breathtaking natural beauty and diverse ecosystems, including lush forests, mountainous terrain and crystal-clear waters of the lake.
Please note the Western Circuit lodges are closed from 1 March to 31 May.
The minimum participating age for chimpanzee trekking as determined by TANAPA is 12 years old in Mahale Mountains National Park.
Note that for this package, flight operates on Monday and back on Thursdays
Safari starts & ends in Arusha
Highlights
- Mahale National Park: provides a unique opportunity to experience chimpanzee trekking, explore beautiful forests, and enjoy relaxing boat safaris on Lake Tanganyika. It’s the perfect choice for nature and wildlife lovers looking for a remote and intimate adventure.
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