4-Day Gombe Stream Chimpanzee Trekking
This 4-day adventure takes you to Gombe Stream National Park, the legendary forest where Dr. Jane Goodall began her groundbreaking chimpanzee research. Located on the eastern shore of Lake Tanganyika, Gombe is home to one of the most habituated chimpanzee groups in the world. Trek through lush forests, observe wild chimps up close, and enjoy boat rides along Africa’s deepest lake.
Luxury
From $1,800 Per Person
Mid-Range
From $1,620 Per Person
Budgeted
From $1,520 Per Person
NB: *Price will decrease according to the number of people.
Duration: 4 Days / 2 Nights in Park , 1 in Kigoma
Destination: Gombe Stream National Park
Safari Type: Chimpanzee Trekking + Nature Safari
Starting Point: Kigoma, Tanzania
Safari Highlights
Guided chimpanzee trekking in Gombe’s rainforest
Scenic boat transfers across Lake Tanganyika
Visit Kakombe Waterfall and Jane Goodall’s original research site
Forest walks with opportunities to see red colobus monkeys and tropical birds
Small group experience in a remote and peaceful setting
🗓️ Itinerary Overview
Day 1: Arrival in Kigoma – Transfer to Gombe
Day 1: Arrival in Kigoma – Transfer to Gombe
Arrive at Kigoma Airport and transfer to the lake shore. Take a boat ride across Lake Tanganyika to reach Gombe. Check into your lodge and enjoy a forest walk or relax by the lake.
Overnight in Gombe.
Day 2: Full Day Chimpanzee Trekking in Gombe Forest
After breakfast, set off into the forest with a guide to search for wild chimpanzees. Once found, you’ll spend up to one hour observing them. And then visit feeding station, Kakombe waterfalls and Jane’s Peak in the afternoon. Last heading to the camp for hot lunch, swimming and enjoy sunset, dinner and Overnight in Gombe.
Day 3: Morning Chimpanzee Trek or Forest Exploration
Another chance to trek for chimpanzees or explore different forest trails. Then heading for lunch, pack your stuff and take a boat back to Kigoma direct to hotel.
Day 4: Transfer to Airport
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Kigoma Airport.
End of tour.
✅ What’s Included
Round-trip boat transfers between Kigoma and Gombe
Park entry fees and trekking permits
Professional forest guide / ranger
Accommodation (2 nights) in Gombe Luxury tents/ Rest House (Bandas)
All meals during stay in Gombe
Bottled water during treks
Transfers from Kigoma Airport or hotel
❌ What’s Not Included
Domestic or international flights
Visa fees
Travel insurance
Tips and personal expenses
Optional activities not listed
Extra drinks and snacks