Summary of Itinerary
Day 1: Fly Dar es Salaam to Kigoma, transfer to Gombe Streams NP.
Day 2: Full Day Gombe Streams National Park
Day 3: Full day in Gombe Stream National Park
Day 4: Full day in Gombe Stream National Park
Day 6: Fly Kigoma to Dar es Salaam
For more information on the park website here Gombe.
Highlights
Gombe National Park.
Accommodation.
General Info
Excellent Chimpanzee tracking with water sports in Lake Tanganyika
Dar es Salaam is the starting point for most western safaris. After a 2 hr flight, the lake is just a short drive from Kigoma Airport. Thaqt said it is possible to start your journey from Arusha or other locations, just let us know what you prefer.
We offer trips covering all Tanzania’s parks so if you would like to make any changes to customize your tour please get in touch.
START/RETURN LOCATION | Dar es salaam | ||||
START DETAILS | On arrival at Kigoma Airport drive to the Ferry to meet your boat to Gombe National Park | ||||
END DETAILS | You’ll be returned to Kigoma Airport then fly back to Dar es salaam | ||||
WEAR | Light clothing, be comfortable. Sensibe shoes, trainers or light boots, wide brimmed hat, bring binoculars! | ||||
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Western Tanzania is less busy than the North and you will frequently have the feeling of remoteness, especially hiking in the forest.
Additional information
Duration | 7 Days |
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ITINERARY:
Day 1. FLY FROM DAR ES SALAAM TO KIGOMA THEN BOAT TO GOMBE STREAMS NATIONAL PARK
Fly from Dar Es Salaam International Airport to Kigoma Airport. On arrival you will be met by your cook and boat driver who will take you to the ferry. Board the boat to Gombe Streams National Park with a packed lunch. Arrive in time for afternoon Chimpanzee tracking (with an expert guide) or just explore the forest around the camp. Stay in Gombe National Park Bandas.
Full Board Basis
Day 2.-4 A DAY IN GOMBE STREAMS NATIONAL PARK
Full days at Gombe. Breakfast, then depart, with your expert guide, for chimpanzee tracking with packed lunch. All meals and overnight at the National park Bandas.The bandas are well situated and offer a pleasant place to relax after your walk.
Full Board.
Day 5: GOMBE TO KIGOMA THEN FLY BACK TO DAR
Early breakfast then connect boat to Kigoma in time for your Air Tanzania flight back to Dar.
End of safari.