Overview
Fly to Kigoma and take a boat up Lake Tanganyika to Gombe, where Jane Goodall began her research in 1960. Two guided treks into the forest to sit with wild chimpanzees, plus swimming in the clearest lake in Africa.
Highlights
- Two guided chimpanzee treks
- Jane Goodall's original research site
- Boat journey on Lake Tanganyika
- Swimming and waterfall walk
- Return flights to Kigoma included
Itinerary
Day 1
Flight to Kigoma, boat to Gombe, afternoon forest walk.
Day 2
Full chimpanzee trek, waterfall and lake swim.
Day 3
Second trek or lakeside morning, boat and flight back.
What's included
- Return flights to Kigoma
- Boat transfers
- Park and chimp permit fees
- Rest house or tented camp, full board
- Guided treks
What's excluded
- Drinks
- Tips
- Travel insurance
Pick-up information
Flights from Dar es Salaam or Zanzibar; we arrange the whole connection.
What to bring
- · Hiking shoes
- · Long trousers
- · Rain jacket
- · Insect repellent
Frequently asked
Will I see chimpanzees?
Trackers locate the community each morning — sightings run above 90%, and the trek itself through the forest is worth it regardless.
