Tanzania Budget Safari

5-Day Gombe Chimpanzee Trekking

5 Days / 4 NightsGombe Streammoderate
$1,105pp
5 days / 4 nights1–12 pax4.7
Solo Traveller $1,4372 People $1,1054-6 People $939
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Overview

Walk in Jane Goodall's footsteps — 5-day budget chimpanzee trekking safari in Gombe Stream National Park with forest hikes, beach relaxation, and Lake Tanganyika boat rides from $1,105.

Follow in the footsteps of Jane Goodall on this 5-day chimpanzee trekking adventure in Gombe Stream National Park — one of the smallest yet most famous national parks in Africa. Located on the shores of Lake Tanganyika, Gombe is home to a habituated community of chimpanzees that Goodall has studied since 1960. Trek through the tropical forest with an expert guide to find the chimps — watching them feed, play, groom, and interact is a profoundly moving wildlife experience. Between treks, swim in the crystal-clear waters of Lake Tanganyika and explore the forest for red colobus monkeys, olive baboons, and rare birds.
Destinations:Gombe Stream

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Safari Highlights

Habituated chimpanzee trekking — Jane Goodall's research site
Up-close encounters with wild chimps in the forest
Lake Tanganyika swimming and boat rides
Red colobus monkey and baboon sightings
Remote western Tanzania wilderness
Small, intimate experience

Day-by-Day Itinerary

1

Arrival in Kigoma & Transfer to Gombe

Arrive in Kigoma by flight or overland. Transfer to the shores of Lake Tanganyika and take a boat ride (approximately 2 hours) to Gombe Stream National Park. Settle into your guesthouse and explore the beach area. Briefing on chimpanzee trekking protocols.

Budget guesthouse — Gombe Stream NPLunch, Dinner
Kigoma arrivalLake Tanganyika boat transferGombe orientationBeach exploration
2

Chimpanzee Trekking — Day 1

Early morning trek into the forest with your guide to track the habituated chimpanzee community. Follow the sounds of their calls through the forest canopy. Once found, spend up to one hour observing the chimps feeding, grooming, and playing. Afternoon at leisure — swim in Lake Tanganyika or explore the forest trails for red colobus monkeys.

Budget guesthouse — Gombe Stream NPBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Morning chimp trekkingChimp observation (1 hour)Lake Tanganyika swimmingForest trail walk
3

Chimpanzee Trekking — Day 2

Second chimpanzee trek — each day brings different sightings and behaviors. You may witness chimps using tools to fish for termites, mother-infant interactions, or territorial displays. Afternoon hike to the Jane Goodall research station viewpoint overlooking Lake Tanganyika.

Budget guesthouse — Gombe Stream NPBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Morning chimp trekkingChimp behavioral observationGoodall viewpoint hikeBirdwatching
4

Forest Exploration & Lake Tanganyika

Morning forest walk to spot olive baboons, blue monkeys, and bushbuck. Explore the Kakombe waterfall trail. Afternoon boat ride along the lakeshore — the crystal-clear waters of Lake Tanganyika are home to hundreds of colourful cichlid fish species. Swimming and snorkelling opportunities.

Budget guesthouse — Gombe Stream NPBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Forest walkKakombe waterfall trailLake Tanganyika boat rideSwimming and snorkelling
5

Gombe to Kigoma & Departure

Final morning in Gombe — optional dawn walk along the beach or forest edge. Boat transfer back to Kigoma. Transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

End of tour — Kigoma drop-offBreakfast, Lunch
Optional morning walkBoat transfer to KigomaDeparture

Tour Route

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    Day 1

    Arrival in Kigoma & Transfer to Gombe

Included

  • Kigoma return transfers
  • Boat transfer to Gombe Stream NP
  • All park entry fees
  • Chimpanzee trekking permits
  • Professional guide/tracker
  • Full-board meals
  • Basic guesthouse accommodation
  • Drinking water

Not Included

  • Flights to Kigoma
  • Tanzania visa
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Beverages
  • Personal expenses
  • Camera fees (if applicable)

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