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Western Wilderness: Katavi & Mahale Chimps

A remote fly-in adventure: Katavi's wild floodplains and chimpanzee trekking on the shore of Lake Tanganyika.

Duration
8 days / 7 nights
Route
Arusha · Katavi · Mahale
Starts
Arusha
Accommodation
Luxury
Overview

About this trip

Few travellers reach western Tanzania. This trip combines classic big-game safari in Katavi with daily chimpanzee treks in Mahale.

Highlights

  • Hippo pools and buffalo herds in Katavi
  • Chimpanzee trekking in Mahale
  • Beach time on Lake Tanganyika

Destinations on this trip

  • Chimp trekking
  • Fly-in safari
  • Lake Tanganyika
Day by day

Itinerary

Arusha → Arusha. Tap a day to see the details.

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  1. 1
    Day 1

    Fly to Katavi

    ArushaKatavi

    Flight across Tanzania to Katavi and afternoon game drive.

    Stay
    Katavi camp
    Meals
    Lunch, Dinner
    Transport
    Light aircraft, boat, 4×4
    Travel time
    ≈ 3.5 h flight
  2. 2
    Day 2

    Katavi safari

    Katavi

    Drives and walks on the Katisunga plain.

    Stay
    Katavi camp
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Transport
    Light aircraft, boat, 4×4
  3. 3
    Day 3

    Katavi safari

    Katavi

    Explore the Katuma River's hippo pools.

    Stay
    Katavi camp
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Transport
    Light aircraft, boat, 4×4
  4. 4
    Day 4

    Fly to Mahale

    KataviMahale

    Short flight and boat transfer to Mahale.

    Stay
    Mahale beach camp
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Transport
    Light aircraft, boat, 4×4
    Travel time
    ≈ 1 h flight + boat
  5. 5
    Day 5

    Chimpanzee trek

    Mahale

    Trek with guides to find the chimpanzees.

    Stay
    Mahale beach camp
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Transport
    Light aircraft, boat, 4×4
  6. 6
    Day 6

    Chimpanzee trek & lake

    Mahale

    Second trek, afternoon kayaking or dhow trip.

    Stay
    Mahale beach camp
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Transport
    Light aircraft, boat, 4×4
  7. 7
    Day 7

    Mahale at leisure

    Mahale

    Optional third trek or relax on the beach.

    Stay
    Mahale beach camp
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Transport
    Light aircraft, boat, 4×4
  8. 8
    Day 8

    Return to Arusha

    MahaleArusha

    Boat and flight back to Arusha.

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Transport
    Light aircraft, boat, 4×4
    Travel time
    ≈ 4 h
What's included

Included and not included

Included

  • Charter flights
  • Park fees and chimpanzee permits
  • Full board
  • Activities as listed

Not included

  • International flights
  • Visa costs
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for guides and staff
  • Drinks at lodges
  • Personal expenses
Pricing

Price and conditions

Price basis: Per person sharing, fly-in, luxury camps

Minimum group: 2 travellers

Estimated price vs. confirmed quotation. Prices on this page are estimates. Your final price is confirmed by SASU Tours in a written quotation.

The price can change with

  • Charter flight schedules
  • Season (June – October only)

Prices shown are estimated starting prices and may vary depending on travel dates, availability, accommodation category, park fees, number of travellers and requested services. Final pricing will be confirmed by SASU Tours.

Good to know

Requirements and cancellation

Requirements

  • Minimum age for chimp trekking (usually 12)
  • Face mask for treks
  • Soft bag, 15 kg limit on light aircraft

Cancellation conditions

  • 60 days or more before arrival: deposit refunded minus bank charges
  • 59–30 days: 30% of the tour price
  • 29–8 days: 50% of the tour price
  • 7 days or less, or no-show: 100% of the tour price
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