1-Day Chimpanzee Trekking Tour in Gombe with Boat Ride

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Scenic boat ride from Aqua Lodge beach to Gombe National Park
• 02 Trek to Mkenke Waterfalls and observe chimpanzees in their natural habitat
• 03 Relaxing lunch at camp after the trek
• 04 Swim and unwind at Lake Tanganyika beach

Experience an unforgettable full-day chimpanzee trekking adventure in Gombe National Park. Begin with a scenic private boat ride from Aqua Lodge beach to the park, then complete registration before setting out on an exciting trek to Mkenke Waterfalls, where you will observe chimpanzees in their natural habitat. After the trek, return to camp for a relaxing lunch, then spend the afternoon swimming and unwinding at the beautiful Lake Tanganyika beach.

Begin with a scenic private boat ride from Aqua Lodge beach to the park, then complete registration before setting out on an exciting trek to Mkenke Waterfalls, where you will observe chimpanzees in their natural habitat.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Kigoma, Gombe National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Chimpanzee Trekking and Lake Tanganyika Escape

• Ride the boat from Aqua Lodge beach at 8:00 to Gombe National Park.

• Arrive at 10:00 and complete registration.

• Prepare for the first chimpanzee trekking session.

• Trek to Mkenke Waterfalls until 14:00.

• Return to the camp for lunch.

• Spend the evening swimming and relaxing at Lake Tanganyika beach.

• Ride the boat back to Kigoma at 18:00.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Park fees
• All activities mentioned in the itinerary
• All transport in Kigoma and Gombe
• Government taxes
• Meals during your tour

What's Not Included

• Flights
• Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
• Tips
• Personal items such as souvenirs
• Travel insurance
• Visa fees
• Accommodation in Kigoma/Hilltop Hotel

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Kigoma, Tanzania

Tour start

Kigoma, Tanzania

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.