11 Day Chimpanzee Trek and Safari
- 11Days
- LuxuryComfort
- $8,778From, per person
A 11-day private journey through Arusha, Serengeti, Mahale Mountain National Park, Mahale Mountain, Kigoma- Gombe, Kigoma and No Accommodation, planned and guided by our team in Arusha. Every Rioba itinerary is a starting point — we can adjust the pace, lodges and activities around you.
Day by day
Day 1Arrival in Kilimanjaro AirportArusha
After the check-in at the Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), our driver (s) will be there
ready to transfer you to the hotel in Arusha. Depending on the arrival time it’s possible to meet
your safari guide for a tour briefing but also we advise you to take your time to rest for the fresh
start of your safari after a long trip from your country. Welcome to Tanzania!
Day 2Arusha to Serengeti National ParkSerengeti
Soon after breakfast, your driver-guide will pick up you from the hotel to Serengeti through
Olduvai Gorge, the tribute for Dr. Leakey and Mary Leakey searching for the origin of man.
After spending enough time at Olduvai, the journey will proceed to an endless plain of the
Serengeti National Park, You will have amazing moments enjoying the en-route game drive to
Day 3-5Full day at Serengeti National ParkSerengeti
Spending two days exploring the rolling plains of Serengeti National Park in search of the large
predators and the gentle herbivores on which they feed, Serengeti is famous for the Wildebeest
migration. If you visit during the right time for the migration you will have an unforgettable
experience. Just in case you visit before or after the migration, don’t worry you still have a
chance to see many animals such as Lions, Elephants, Giraffes, Zebras, Monkeys, Baboons,
Hippos, Rhinos, Antelopes, and different species of birds. After a full game at the endless plain,
return to the camps for dinner and overnight.
Day 5Fly from Serengeti to Mahale National ParkMahale Mountain National Park
After breakfast, your driver-guide will take you to an airstrip for a shared charter flight to
Mahale. It takes about 4 hours flying to Mahale. The arrival into Mahale Mountain National Park
is pretty unforgettable as you fly low over the mountains and land on the airstrip that sits right on
the banks of Lake Tanganyika.
Day 6 - 7Chimpanzee tracking in Mahale forestMahale Mountain
Spend two days at Mahale Mountains Park, one of the unique places to see Chimpanzees and
many other animals. Your two days in Mahale will be unforgettable, you will spend most of the
time Chimpanzee tracking, forest hiking, bird watching, visit the waterfalls. Breakfast, lunch,
dinner, and overnight at a luxurious lodge alongside the shore of Lake Tanganyika
Day 8Gombe Stream National parkKigoma- Gombe
The morning after breakfast, you will take a boat ride to Kigoma town for lunch, After lunch,
your adventure proceeds by transferred to the lake for a boat all the way to Gombe National
Park, after lunch at Gombe Forest Camp depart for Chimpanzee tracking in the forest, evening
return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Accomodation:
Day 9Spend a full day in Gombe National ParkKigoma- Gombe
After breakfast, leave the camp for Chimpanzee Tracking in the forest, after a picnic lunch in the
forest, spend the rest time trekking to Kakombe Water Falls where you will make your day so
special. Evening return to Gombe Forest Camp for dinner and overnight.
Day 10Transfer to KigomaKigoma
After breakfast, depart to the lake ready for a boat back to Kigoma town for lunch at Hote in
Kigoma or spend some few hours to discover the city of Kigoma and Ujiji town before returning
to hotel for dinner and overnight
Day 11Kigoma to Airport departureNo Accommodation
After breakfast, depart to the Airport in Kigoma for your flight back to Arusha. Depending on
your flying time, we will take you to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) the airport to catch
your home flight. As we come to the end of your Africa vacation, our team wishes you a safe
journey back home, we are delighted to express our gratitude for choosing us as your host in
Africa. We believe you have learned, enjoyed, and exchange social tokens with our friendly
team. Bon, voyage
What’s included
Included
- Airport Transfers
- Daily game drives while on Safari
- A professional English speaking driver/ guide
- Meals as per itinerary
- Drinking water while on safari (2 litres per person per day)
- Concession/ Camping Fees
- 4x4 Land Cruiser
- All Taxes and VAT
- Park Fees (for Non-Residents)
Not included
- Government imposed increase of Taxes and or Park Fees
- Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour (Unless mentioned otherwise)
- Tips (Tipping guidelines)
- Personal Items (Souvenirs, Travel Insurance, Visa Fees, etc.)
- Optional activites in Lake Natron
- International flights
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