Forested peaks rising from the white beached shoreline of Lake Tanganyika make for a magical destination. The park is famous for chimpanzees, but there is much more to discover. Few people visit the park because it is remote and only accessible by light aircraft. Consequently, you will experience the perfect balance between secluded relaxation and adventure. No roads inside the park mean you’ll explore on foot in complete tranquillity, allowing you to see primates, birds, butterflies and spectacular waterfalls. Alternatively, you can snorkel among numerous coloured cichlids, relax on pristine beaches, or watch the sunset on a traditional dhow.
Located in remote western Tanzania, Mahale Mountains National Park is one of the most picturesque places to visit in Tanzania. The forested park borders Lake Tanganyika, one of the oldest and deepest lakes in the world, with its white sandy beaches and crystal clear water.
Getting to Mahale Mountains National Park is an adventure, as it is only accessible by air and boat. The park has no roads, only forest paths through the lush vegetation, making this park a hiker’s paradise.
Mahale Mountains National Park is a haven for primates, and chimpanzee trekking is one of the prime reasons to visit. Home to roughly 800 chimpanzees, the Mimikere group is habituated to humans and is easier to spot, thanks to companionship from Japanese researchers for the last five decades.
The park is also absolutely stunning. The forests have beautiful rivers and waterfalls, and along the lake’s shoreline are some of the most unspoilt white sandy beaches imaginable.