Katavi National Park and Mahale Chimpanzee

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Immerse yourself in the untamed beauty of Tanzania with this exclusive 6-day safari, taking you deep into the heart of Katavi and Mahale National Parks.

Begin your adventure with thrilling game drives in the remote Katavi National Park, home to vast herds of wildlife and stunning landscapes rarely seen by other travelers. Then, journey to the pristine Mahale Mountains, where you’ll trek through dense forests, following the trails of wild chimpanzees while surrounded by the breathtaking sounds and sights of untouched nature.

Experience the serenity of Lake Tanganyika’s shores and the exhilarating thrill of close encounters with some of Africa’s most fascinating creatures. This tour offers an unforgettable blend of adventure, wildlife, and awe-inspiring scenery in some of Tanzania’s most remote and spectacular parks.

Price Includes

  • Accommodation on sharing basis
  • TL accommodation in single occupancy
  • Meals as mentioned on the itinerary
  • English speaking guide
  • 2 x Mahale Park entry fees
  • 2 x Katavi N. Park entry fees
  • Chimp tracking fees in Mahale N.P
  • Local flight Dar es Salaam to Mpanda
  • Local flight from Katavi to Mahale
  • Local flight from Kigom to Dar es Salaam
  • Road transfer from Mahale to Kigoma
  • Road transfer from Mpanda to Katavi
  • Unlimited game drive at Katavi N.P
  • 18% VAT
  • Water game drives and transfers
  • Local evacuation medical cover (DOES NOT HOSPITAL OR ANY OTHER MEDICAL BILLS)

Min 2 pax

Pax Rate per person
2 pax USD 11145

Price Excludes

  • Drinks
  • Personal and travel insurance
  • Any other activity / excursion not mentioned above
What to Expect
  • ABUNDANT WILDLIFE
  • BOAT EXCURSION
  • BIRDS
  • CHIMPANZEES
  • LAKE TANGANYIKA
  • WALKING SAFARIS
Itinerary

Day 1

Meet and greet at Julius Nyerere Airport and transfer Johari Rotari Hotel on Bed and breakfast.

Day 2

At 05.00am transfer to the airport for your 07.00 to Mpanda. On arrival,

transfer to Katavi N. Park.  Evening game drive and overnight in  Mbali Tented Camp,  full board.

Day 3

Full day game drive and overnight  Mbali Tented Camp, full board.

Katavi National Park is a Tanzanian national park created in 1974 and is located in Katavi Region, Tanzania. It is a very remote park that is less frequently visited than other Tanzanian national parks. The park is approximately 4,471 square kilometers (1,726 sq mi) in area,[2] which makes it the forth largest national park in Tanzania. The park encompasses the Katuma River and the seasonal Lake Katavi and Lake Chada floodplains.

Day 4

Depart with flight from Katavi to Mahale. and overnight at  Tented Camp, full board.

Day 5

The tracking usually starts early in the morning and this can vary from half

an hour to four hours depending on where the chimpanzees will be located. As you track the chimpanzees in the thick forest, you will pass through beautiful sceneries and hear thrilling sounds of birds, insects, monkeys and other inhabitants of the forest.  Overnight at the Tented Camp, full board.

The Mahale Mountains National Park was gazetted in 1985, covers an area of 1 613 km², world famous for Chimpanzees, stretches out to reach the shores of Lake Tanganyika.  There are no roads in the park; all the trails are walking routes. Numerous pathways and tracks allow visitors to enjoy fabulous forest walks, with varied wildlife encounters. The paths are used by warthog and bush pig, and elephant, buffalo, yellow baboons and monkeys favour the northern regions.  Chimp trails can be tracked through the forest.

Day 6

Early morning departs from Mahale to Kigoma for your flight to Dar es Salaam. The drive is 7 hours

Map

Photos

Tour Details

Immerse yourself in the untamed beauty of Tanzania with this exclusive 6-day safari, taking you deep into the heart of Katavi and Mahale National Parks.

Begin your adventure with thrilling game drives in the remote Katavi National Park, home to vast herds of wildlife and stunning landscapes rarely seen by other travelers. Then, journey to the pristine Mahale Mountains, where you’ll trek through dense forests, following the trails of wild chimpanzees while surrounded by the breathtaking sounds and sights of untouched nature.

Experience the serenity of Lake Tanganyika’s shores and the exhilarating thrill of close encounters with some of Africa’s most fascinating creatures. This tour offers an unforgettable blend of adventure, wildlife, and awe-inspiring scenery in some of Tanzania’s most remote and spectacular parks.

Pricing

Price Includes

  • Accommodation on sharing basis
  • TL accommodation in single occupancy
  • Meals as mentioned on the itinerary
  • English speaking guide
  • 2 x Mahale Park entry fees
  • 2 x Katavi N. Park entry fees
  • Chimp tracking fees in Mahale N.P
  • Local flight Dar es Salaam to Mpanda
  • Local flight from Katavi to Mahale
  • Local flight from Kigom to Dar es Salaam
  • Road transfer from Mahale to Kigoma
  • Road transfer from Mpanda to Katavi
  • Unlimited game drive at Katavi N.P
  • 18%VAT
  • Water game drives and transfers
  • Local evacuation medical cover (DOES NOT HOSPITAL OR ANY OTHER MEDICAL BILLS)Min 2 pax
Pax Rate per person
2 pax USD 11145

Price Excludes

  • Drinks
  • Personal and travel-insurance
  • Any other activity / excursion not mentioned above

What To Expect

  • ABUNDANT WILDLIFE
  • BOAT EXCURSION
  • BIRDS
  • CHIMPANZEES
  • LAKE TANGANYIKA
  • WALKING SAFARIS

Itinerary

Day 1

Meet and greet at Julius Nyerere Airport and transfer Johari Rotari Hotel on Bed and breakfast.

 

Day 2 

At 05.00am transfer to the airport for your 07.00 to Mpanda. On arrival, transfer to Katavi N. Park.  Evening game drive and overnight in  Mbali Tented Camp,  full board.

 

Day 3 

Full day game drive and overnight  Mbali Tented Camp, full board.

Katavi National Park is a Tanzanian national park created in 1974 and is located in Katavi Region, Tanzania. It is a very remote park that is less frequently visited than other Tanzanian national parks. The park is approximately 4,471 square kilometers (1,726 sq mi) in area,[2] which makes it the forth largest national park in Tanzania. The park encompasses the Katuma River and the seasonal Lake Katavi and Lake Chada floodplains.

 

Day 4 

Depart with flight from Katavi to Mahale. and overnight at  Tented Camp, full board.

 

Day 5

The tracking usually starts early in the morning and this can vary from half

an hour to four hours depending on where the chimpanzees will be located. As you track the chimpanzees in the thick forest, you will pass through beautiful sceneries and hear thrilling sounds of birds, insects, monkeys and other inhabitants of the forest.  Overnight at the Tented Camp, full board.

The Mahale Mountains National Park was gazetted in 1985, covers an area of 1 613 km², world famous for Chimpanzees, stretches out to reach the shores of Lake Tanganyika.  There are no roads in the park; all the trails are walking routes. Numerous pathways and tracks allow visitors to enjoy fabulous forest walks, with varied wildlife encounters. The paths are used by warthog and bush pig, and elephant, buffalo, yellow baboons and monkeys favour the northern regions.  Chimp trails can be tracked through the forest.

 

Day 6 

Early morning departs from Mahale to Kigoma for your flight to Dar es Salaam. The drive is 7 hours

Map

Photos