Unique
6 Days
Western Circuit Chimp Trek
Mahale Mountains chimp trekking with Lake Tanganyika beach relaxation.
Western Circuit Safari
Track wild chimpanzees, cruise crystal lakes and discover Tanzania's most remote wilderness.
Overview
Primate Paradise & Pristine Lakes
The Western Circuit is Tanzania's most remote and enchanting safari destination. Centered around the shores of Lake Tanganyika - the world's longest freshwater lake - this region offers experiences found nowhere else on earth, including close encounters with wild chimpanzees in their natural forest habitat.
Mahale Mountains and Gombe Stream National Parks are among the few places in Africa where you can trek to observe chimpanzee communities, made famous by Dr. Jane Goodall's groundbreaking research.
Highlights
- Wild chimpanzee trekking
- Lake Tanganyika snorkeling
- Beach lodges on white sand shores
- Forest hiking adventures
- Dhow sailing at sunset
- Kigoma cultural experiences
- Over 350 bird species
- Exclusive, uncrowded parks
Sample 6-Day Itinerary
Day1
Fly to Kigoma
Flight from Dar es Salaam or Arusha. Boat transfer to lakeside lodge on Lake Tanganyika.
Day2-3
Mahale Mountains - Chimp Trekking
Two days of guided chimpanzee trekking through pristine montane forest. Afternoons for swimming and kayaking.
Day4
Lake Tanganyika
Snorkeling in crystal-clear waters, dhow cruise and beach relaxation at your lakeside camp.
Day5
Gombe Stream National Park
Boat to Gombe for additional chimp trekking in Jane Goodall's research area.
Day6
Departure
Morning at leisure, then boat and flight back to Dar es Salaam.
Packages
Western Circuit Adventures
Unique
6 Days
4 Days
Gombe Chimp Experience
Shorter trek focused on Gombe Stream � Jane Goodall's legendary research site.
8 Days
Western Wilderness Complete
Full Western Circuit combining Mahale, Gombe, Katavi and lakeside luxury.