Remote West · Mahale Mountains National Park
Mahale: Chimpanzees on Lake Tanganyika
A remote western destination where forested mountains meet Lake Tanganyika, offering an intimate wilderness experience far from the usual safari routes.
Mahale is home to one of the largest known populations of wild chimpanzees. Trekking through the forest to spend an hour with a habituated community is one of Africa's great wildlife encounters.
Between treks, swim in the crystal-clear waters of Lake Tanganyika, the longest freshwater lake in the world, and watch dhows drift past white-sand beaches.
Key facts
- Size: 1,613 km²
- Access: Scheduled light aircraft
- Best time: Jul–Oct
- Ideal stay: 3–4 nights
Highlights
- Wild chimpanzee trekking
- Lake Tanganyika beaches
- Dhow trips
- Pairs with Katavi
Wildlife you may see
Chimpanzee, Red colobus, Blue monkey, Leopard, Fish eagle