6-Day Gombe & Mahale Safari
This 6-day safari offers a seamless blend of Tanzania’s top primate destinations: Gombe Stream and Mahale Mountains National Parks. Begin in Gombe, following in the legendary footsteps of Jane Goodall, as you trek through the forest to encounter chimpanzees in their natural environment. The journey continues to Mahale, a remote and visually stunning park on the shores of Lake Tanganyika, home to thriving chimp populations and beautiful landscapes. Your trip includes domestic flights from Dar es Salaam or Zanzibar to Kigoma, boat transfers across Lake Tanganyika, and guided trekking experiences. Accommodation is provided in select lodges or tented camps, ensuring a comfortable and immersive adventure in Africa’s primate territory.
Day 1: Arrival in Kigoma – Transfer to Gombe
Arrive by flight from Dar es Salaam or Zanzibar to Kigoma, where your guide will meet you for a boat transfer across Lake Tanganyika to Gombe Stream National Park. Upon check-in at your lodge or camp, enjoy lunch and a relaxed afternoon by the lakeshore. Dinner and overnight at your selected accommodation.
Day 2: Chimpanzee Trekking in Gombe
Embark on your first chimpanzee trek in the forests of Gombe, with your guide assisting in locating and observing chimpanzees in their natural habitat. After lunch, take an optional hike to Kakombe Waterfall or unwind by the lake. Dinner and overnight at your lodge.
Day 3: Final Trek & Transfer to Kigoma
After breakfast, undertake a final chimpanzee trek or a birdwatching walk. Return for an early lunch, then board a boat back to Kigoma. Overnight in a Kigoma hotel or lodge, in preparation for your Mahale journey.
Day 4: Transfer to Mahale – Afternoon at Leisure
Breakfast, followed by a scenic boat transfer along Lake Tanganyika to Mahale Mountains National Park. Upon arrival, check in to your camp or lodge, set against the backdrop of forested mountains and sandy lakeshore. The afternoon is at your leisure: consider swimming in the lake or simply enjoying the surroundings. Dinner and overnight at your accommodation.
Day 5: Chimpanzee Trekking in Mahale
After breakfast, join expert trackers for a guided chimpanzee trek in Mahale’s forest. Trek duration varies based on chimpanzee locations, but the experience of observing these primates is truly exceptional. Return for lunch, then choose to relax or take a boat ride on Lake Tanganyika in the afternoon. Dinner and overnight at camp.
Day 6: Morning at Leisure – Return to Kigoma – Flight to Dar/Zanzibar
Enjoy a relaxed morning by the lake or a short walk after breakfast. You’ll then transfer by boat back to Kigoma and connect with your scheduled flight to Dar es Salaam or Zanzibar, concluding your Gombe & Mahale safari.
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Day Trips: From Arusha or Dar es Salaam, visit parks like Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro, Saadani, or Mikumi.
Multi-Day Adventures: Options include 3-day Saadani or Mkomazi trips, 5-day Usambara Mountains tours, or 7-day Western Tanzania adventures.
Custom Safaris: Tailored to your preferences, including Serengeti’s Great Migration, Zanzibar extensions, or Kilimanjaro treks.
Daigle Tours, a family-owned company since 2010, specialises in customizable safaris across Tanzania’s Northern, Southern, Eastern, and Western Circuits. Based in Dar es Salaam, we excel in Southern Tanzania’s less-crowded parks like Nyerere and Ruaha. Our exclusive lodge near Nyerere National Park offers unique wildlife experiences. With experienced guides, top-tier vehicles, and personalised service, we ensure a memorable safari.
Daigle Tours is the first choice for the Southern Circuit because:
- We’re based here – Our head office is in Dar es Salaam so we can easily access the best parks in the region, and we know them inside out.
- Exclusive Safari Lodge in Nyerere National Park (formerly known as Selous) – We own and operate a lodge on the border of Nyerere National Park, so you can enjoy the whole Daigle Tours experience when you stay with us there.
- True Experts – We can’t think of any other safari companies of our size who share our vast knowledge of the region. We can’t wait to show you around our homeland.
6-Day Gombe & Mahale Safari
STARTING FROM (per person, in USD)
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS: A 6-day safari through Gombe and Mahale for chimpanzee trekking and Tanzania’s stunning primate habitats.
INCLUSIONS: Park Fees
All Activities (Unless labelled as optional)
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day program)
Drinking Water (On all days)
All Accommodation (during the safari)
One-way Airport Transfer
Professional Driver/Guide
All Transportation (Unless labelled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
EXCLUSIONS: International Flights (From/to home)
Additional Accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping Guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal Items (Souvenirs, Travel Insurance, Visa Fees, etc.)
Government Imposed Increase of Taxes and/or Park Fees
* Indicative costs per person
Why Choose Southern Tanzania?
Why Southern Tanzania?
Southern Tanzania is Tanzania’s best-kept secret, offering unrivaled wildlife, breathtaking scenery, and authentic cultural encounters with fewer visitors. Explore Nyerere National Park’s vast wilderness, cruise the rivers of Selous Game Reserve, and connect with local communities—all with the expertise of Daigle Tours, your local safari specialists.
Why Southern Tanzania Stands Out:
Why Visit Western Tanzania?
Western Tanzania is wild, remote, and utterly authentic — the ultimate off-the-grid adventure. Track chimpanzees in Mahale and Katavi’s untouched wilderness, walk with habituated troops in ancient forests, and feel like the only person on the planet, expertly guided by Daigle Tours.
Why the Western Circuit Stands Out:
Why Zanzibar & the Tanzanian Islands?
After the dust and drama of safari, sink your toes into Indian Ocean heaven. From historic Stone Town in Zanzibar to the whale-shark waters of Mafia and the private-island bliss of the archipelago, Daigle Tours delivers your perfect tropical finale.