An unique adventure

From the mountains of Mahale National Park to the beaches of Lake Tanganyika further on to the remote Katavi National Park. This is our signature trip and it covers the whole of Western Tanzania showing you the raw beauty and the pristine wilderness of this part of the world. Far away from normal tourism you will step into an authentic and real Tanzania.

Karibu Tanzania! Welcome to Tanzania!

We are happy to guide you on an amazing trip to the remote and wild Western Tanzania. You will go on a once in a lifetime experience into the Mahale Mountains National Park for chimpanzee trekking, enjoy some relaxing days of beach life at Lake Tanganyika before it’s time to discover the wildlife of the remote and beautiful Katavi National Park.

Ready for take-off? Your adventure is about to start …

Day 1          Off we go to Western Tanzania

Welcome to Tanzania – you made it! In the morning you head off to the airport and leave Dar es Salaam at 05h30 to Kigoma. The flight takes 02h10, our driver awaits you at the airport and will drive you to Mahale Mountains National Park. At the Headquarters you grab your permits and hop on the boat that will bring you to your final destination. You stay in the luxurious MbaliMbali Lodge right in the National Park surrounded by a beautiful environment of untouched mountain jungle. This is your basecamp for the next two days.

Day 2 - 4    The adventure starts right here …

… as there’s a once in a lifetime experience waiting for you.             

You will spend two nights in the upmarket Mbali Mbali Lodge. Having the wild jungle behind and the waters of Lake Tanganyika in front of you, this is really a special place to be. In the morning you head off into the Mahale Mountains. This is one of only two places in Tanzania where you can see our closest neighbours, Chimpanzees.

The rangers will take you on a chimp trek and you can spend up to one hour with these amazing animals in their natural environment. After your trekking you return to camp, grab a drink, and enjoy the sunset over the mountains of the DRC on the other side of Lake Tanganyika.

#luxury camp #full board #game drives #transfer & flights included #soft drinks #six house beverages per day

Day 5 - 7      Relaxing vibes and sundowners

After a good breakfast you say goodbye to Mahale Mountains National Park. The MbaliMbali boat will bring you back to the Mahale Airstrip where your charter plane will fly you to the Kipili Airstrip at the shores of Lake Tanganyika. Here we will pick you up with our “Old Lady” – a 1972 Toyota Landcruiser. It’s only a 10 min drive until you reach your new home Lake Shore Lodge on the shores of Lake Tanganyika. You stay in a Luxury Chalet with en-suite bathroom and your own private deck built into the waters of Lake Tanganyika.

Go for a swim or on a snorkelling trip to one of the islands – many endemic species of cichlids and amazing rock formations are waiting for you. Treat yourself with a massage or take a walk up to the “Old monastery”, Tanzania’s oldest inland church. A sunset cruise is included in your itinerary … what is better than a cruise having a sundowner drink on the world’s longest lake and a campfire at the private beach. Okay, probably two sundowner drinks …

#luxury chalet #full board #sunset cruise #additional activities & massage #free wifi #cocktail bar #soul food #barefoot adventure

Day 8          Another adventure is about to come

It`s time for some game drives! After a good breakfast we will shuttle you to Katavi National Park. It’s a 3.5-hour drive until you reach the Mbali Mbali Katavi Lodge, your basecamp for the next two days. Jump in your safari vehicle to explore the remote wilderness of Katavi National Park. Get your camera ready, as you will see elephants, hippos, crocs, giraffes, buffaloes, all kinds of antelopes and if you are lucky, you can spot lions, leopards, hyenas, or wild dogs. End up your day with a cold glass of wine and enjoy the African sunset at the campfire. There is also plenty of time to just relax and to enjoy the symphony of the African nature.

#upmarket lodge #full board ##chimp trekking #boat trip #transfer & flights included #soft drinks #six house beverages per day                                                                     

Day 11       Time to say goodbye

It all comes to an end. Again it’s time to say farewell. A shuttle will bring you to the Mpanda Airport where your flight to Dar es Salaam leaves at 08:15. Here in the “Haven of Peace” (that`s what Dar es Salaam means in Arabic) you might like to stay for a while to discover the bustling Kariakoo Market or the beaches around town, or add some more days on Zanzibar. We are happy to help you plan your further stay.

Karibuni tena Tanzania na safari njema – we hope to welcome you back to one of Africa’s most fascinating countries, have a safe trip!

TOTAL price per person $ 5,299.- 5 Jan to 28 Feb / 1 Nov to 20 Dec) | $ 6,299.- 1 Jun to 31 Oct / 21 Dec to 4 Jan)

The trip includes all park entrance & concession fees, flights & transfers in Tanzania, 1% bed night levy and 18% VAT. Not included are flights from/to Tanzania. Transfer from Dar es Salaam Airport and hotel in Dar es Salaam can be organized on request. Flight schedules might change.

A deposit of 75% is to be received within 10 days of the booking date to fully confirm a booking. Full payment is to be received no later than 30 days prior to arrival. For bookings later than 30 days prior to arrival, payment is due immediately. Until the booking is confirmed we will hold the booking as provisional. Costs for domestic flights and accommodation at properties other than Lake Shore Lodge & Campsite are not refundable.

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