Gombe National Park Chimpanzee Tracking
OVERVIEW
Gombe Stream National Park is a thin strip of ancient montane forest bordering the second deepest lake in the world, Lake Tanganyika. This park was made world-famous for the primate studies conducted by pioneering British researcher Jane Goodall. Prepare yourself for a truly remarkable experience of chimpanzees and nature in one of the most untouched parks in Tanzania. Clients are advised to be in Tanzania on a Wednesday so that they can catch the weekly Thursday morning chartered flight to Kigoma.
ItInerary
DAY 1
Arrival in Tanzania
You will be picked up at the Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) by an Ahsante Tours representative and transferred to your hotel in Arusha where you will be spending the night.
Meals
Dinner Included
Accommodation
Accommodation is at the Gran Melia Arusha (or alternative) on Full Board basis.
*For those on a lower budget, you can request for alternative accommodation at a lower price or no accommodation as part of the package.
DAY 2
Transfer to Mbali Mbali Gombe
THURSDAY – Morning Shared Charter Flight from Arusha Airport 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 lodge.
*Shared Charter Flights operate on Mondays and Thursdays only.
Meals
Breakfast & Packed Lunch Included.
Accommodation
DAY 3
Chimpanzee Tracking
FRIDAY – After breakfast, depart for morning chimpanzee trekking. Return to the lodge for hot lunch. Afternoon at leisure perhaps to kayak. Evening sundowners, dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Meals
Breakfast & Packed Lunch Included.
Accommodation
DAY 4
Chimpanzee Tracking
SATURDAY – After breakfast, depart for morning chimpanzee trekking. Return to the lodge for hot lunch. Afternoon at leisure perhaps to kayak. Evening sundowners, dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Meals
Breakfast & Packed Lunch Included.
Accommodation
DAY 5
Chimpanzee Tracking
SUNDAY – After breakfast, depart for morning chimpanzee trekking. Return to the lodge for hot lunch. Afternoon at leisure perhaps to kayak. Evening sundowners, dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Meals
Breakfast & Packed Lunch Included.
Accommodation
Optional Activities
Boat Safari in Gombe @ $25 per person. Boat Safaris in Gombe are 25 USD per person. Visit a neighboring fishing village, Mwamgongo, for a cultural tour. Stop at the village with our guide to understand fishing activities, palm oil extractions, embroidery, boat making, and visit the chief’s palace. Experience also the traditional Ha Dance. This village is 3km away from Mbali Mbali Gombe.
Fishing Excursions in Gombe are 85 USD per person for 2 hours.
DAY 6
Depart Gombe - Transfer to Arusha
MONDAY – After breakfast, morning dhow boat transfer (approx. 1.5 hours) to Kigoma. Airport transfer to Kigoma Airport. Depart with Shared Charter Flight to Arusha Airport with packed lunch.
*Shared Charter Flights operate on Mondays and Thursdays only.
Meals
Breakfast & Packed Lunch Included.
Accommodation
Accommodation is at the Gran Melia Arusha (or alternative) on Full Board basis.
*For those on a lower budget, you can request for alternative accommodation at a lower price or no accommodation as part of the package.
DAY 7
Depart Tanzania
The day is left free to wind down after your chimpanzee tracking adventure before your flight home. Depending on flight times you could go and explore Arusha City and grab some souvenirs before heading to the airport.
*We also welcome you spare an hour of your day to plant a tree, as part of our environmental conservation efforts in the Kilimanjaro region.*Safari and Zanzibar add-ons are available if you wish to continue exploring Tanzania
Meals
Breakfast & Lunch Included
PRICING
*Pricing is in USD per person sharing (except for 1 person) according to respective group sizes
*Single Supplement can be requested at a separate cost
Tours Include:
- Accommodation as stated in the itinerary
- Meals as stated in the itinerary
- English speaking driver-guide
- Transport in 4X4 Toyota Land Cruisers
- Park fees, government fees & taxes inclusive of 18% VAT
- Bottled mineral water throughout the safari
Tours Exclude:
- Local and International flights
- Travel Insurance
- Pre & Post Safari Accommodation in Moshi / Arusha
- Alcoholic beverages, sodas and items of a personal nature
- Laundry Service
- Tips to the driver guide (recommended minimum $20 per day)