Chimps of Mahale Mountains, Tanzania

Depart from Arusha on a flight charter service at 8:00 a.m., which arrives at the airstrip in Mahale shortly after noon. Board a traditional sailing vessel called a dhow and enjoy a light snack as you head down the lake to Greystoke Mahale camp. Settle into camp, relax or loosen up with a short walk in the forest followed by tasty sundowners looking across Lake Tanganyika. Overnight at Greystoke Mahale

Greystoke Mahale

As news comes in from the trackers, head off into the forest after a leisurely breakfast in search of your first group of chimps. As well as time spent watching the chimps as they play, groom and possibly even hunt, you should see other forest game, amazing birds, butterflies, and plants. Treks can be lengthy but you’ll usually return to camp for lunch and a siesta or swim. Late afternoon might see you head out for a spot of fishing or bird-watching from the dhow. You’ll be able to spend time chimp trekking on each full day you’re in Mahale. In addition, there’ll be the chance to go for deep water swims off the dhow, fish in the lake, kayak, or just head up to one of the amazing waterfall pools in a quiet corner of the forest. This is a place for healthy activity and relaxation both! The chill-out deck of your room is perfect for an afternoon with a book or just to ponder the view of Lake Tanganyika and the endless horizon. Overnight at Greystoke Mahale

Depart camp after breakfast for the return dhow trip to the airstrip and your onward flight from Mahale to Dar es Salaam, a hub for your onward travel arrangements.