Experience the ultimate 7-day Tanzania Gorilla Trekking adventure, combining bush and beach retreats for an unforgettable journey. Venture off the beaten path to discover the remote beauty of Katavi National Park, Tanzania’s third-largest national park. Encounter abundant wildlife, including hippos, crocodiles, and buffalo, amidst the park’s pristine landscapes. Optimal visit times are between May and June for witnessing migratory birds in their full glory. Enjoy exhilarating game drives, bush lunches, and sundowners by a campfire, with the option to enhance your experience with a Night Game Drive or private vehicle safari.
Explore the intimacy of Tanzania’s smallest national park with Mbali Mbali Lodge, situated within Gombe Stream National Park. Delve into the chimpanzee habitat immortalized by Jane Goodall’s groundbreaking research. Witness these remarkable creatures in their natural habitat, habituated to human presence, as part of the world’s longest-running behavioral study.
Discover the vibrant town of Kigoma, nestled on the shores of Lake Tanganyika. Immerse yourself in its rich history with a guided tour, including a visit to the historic meeting place of Stanley and Livingstone. Experience the local way of life at the bustling fish markets, and glimpse the storied MV. Liemba, a former German patrol vessel now serving as a passenger and cargo ferry on the lake.
Whatever your arrival time at Kilimanjaro International Airport, your driver guide from our office will be there waiting for you with a warm welcoming smile, relax in your comfortable vehicle as he takes you to your hotel in Arusha. On your journey to the hotel, you will get a brief impression of this large, bustling, commercial city. Depending on your arrival time you may either meet with your Safari expert today for briefing or tomorrow before you start your Safari.
Dinner and Overnight at Zawadi House Lodge or Similar Accommodation
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airstrip for your flight to Katavi National Park THURSDAY - Morning Shared Charter Flight from Arusha Airport to Katavi Airstrip. Vehicle transfer to the lodge combined with game drives (if time allows). Staff welcome and introductions followed by lunch. Afternoon/early evening game drives (if time allows). Evening sundowners, dinner, and overnight at the Mbali Mbali Katavi lodge. Shared Charter Flights operate on Mondays and Thursdays only.
(FRIDAY - SUNDAY)
After breakfast, depart the lodge for your morning game drive at the Katavi National Park. Return to the lodge for brunch/early lunch. Afternoon at leisure. Afternoon/early evening game drive. Evening sundowner, dinner, and overnight at the Mbali mbali Katavi lodge.
MONDAY - After breakfast, morning vehicle transfer to Katavi Airstrip combined with game drive (if time allows). Shared Charter Flight from Katavi Airstrip to Kigoma Airport. Airport transfer from Kigoma Airport to Kigoma Hilltop Hotel. Dhow boat transfer (approx. 1.5 hours) to the lodge. Staff welcome and introductions followed by lunch. Afternoon/early evening chimpanzee trekking or forest walks (if time allows). Evening sundowners, dinner and overnight at the Kigoma Hill Top Hotel
Shared Charter Flights operate on Mondays and Thursdays only.
TUESDAY - After breakfast, depart for morning chimpanzee trekking. Return to the lodge for hot lunch. Afternoon at leisure perhaps to kayak. Book an optional Boat Safari. Evening sundowners, dinner and overnight at the lodge.
WEDNESDAY - After breakfast, morning dhow boat transfer (approx. 1.5 hours) to Kigoma Hilltop Hotel. Spend your afternoon at leisure perhaps by the swimming pool and then have dinner at the hotel restaurant. Overnight at Kigoma Hilltop Hotel.
THURSDAY - After breakfast, proceed on an airport transfer to Kigoma Airport. Depart with Shared Charter Flight to Arusha Airport with packed lunch.
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Shared Charter Flights operate on Mondays and Thursdays only.
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