Gorilla
4-Day Gombe Stream Chimpanzee Trekking
4 Days
Overview
Gombe Stream National Park is a tiny oasis of lush forest bordering Lake Tanganyika, famous as the site of Jane Goodall's pioneering chimpanzee research. This trek brings you face-to-face with habituated chimpanzee troops. Under the guidance of experienced trackers, trek steep forested ridges to observe chimps feeding, playing, and communicating in their natural habitat.
Itinerary
D1
Kigoma to Gombe Stream
Transfer by private boat on Lake Tanganyika to Gombe. Evening forest hike.
Stay: Gombe Forest Lodge
Meals: Dinner
D2
Chimpanzee Trekking — Kakombe Valley
Morning guided trek to locate chimpanzee families. Spend 1 hour observing them.
Stay: Gombe Forest Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
D3
Jane's Peak Hike & Waterfall
Hike up to Jane's Peak for panoramic views. Visit Kakombe Waterfall. Evening lake swim.
Stay: Gombe Forest Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
D4
Boat Transfer back to Kigoma
Breakfast at lodge, boat transfer back to Kigoma town airport for departure.
Stay: None
Meals: Breakfast
Starting from
$1,950/ person
Included
- Boat transfers on Lake Tanganyika
- Forest lodge accommodation
- Daily chimpanzee trekking permits
- Armed park ranger & tracker guides
- All park entry fees
- Full board meals
Not Included
- Flights to Kigoma
- Tips
- Porter services