Experience the ultimate Tanzanian adventure on this 11-day journey through the legendary Northern Safari Circuit and the remote chimpanzee paradise of Mahale Mountains. From the elephant-rich plains of Lake Manyara and Tarangire to the iconic Ngorongoro Crater and endless Serengeti savannah, this tour blends classic wildlife safaris with a rare chimpanzee trekking experience along the shores of Lake Tanganyika.
Combine Tanzania’s northern safari circuit with the remote western circuit for the chimpanzee trekking Adventure in Mahale Mountains National Park. A morning flight from Arusha will take you through this pristine forest. This incredible tour offers an opportunity to discover the epic vistas and wildlife by exploring two sides of the Tanzanian safari.
Arusha , Dar es Salaam (Google Map)
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On this epic journey through Tanzania expects to see two facets of the wildlife with varied experiences. The landscape of the Tanzania northern circuit, with rich wildlife, differs from that of the western circuit. While there are roads in Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire, and Lake Manyara National Park, there are no roads in Mahale National Park, only forest paths through the lush vegetation. Mahale is a haven for primates, with chimpanzee trekking one of the prime reasons for visits.
Accommodation: Rivertrees Country Inn
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After breakfast, you will start driving to Lake Manyara National Park, one of the most popular rift valley lakes described by Hemingway as the “loveliest lake in Africa”. For a relatively small area in size, it contains a variety of habitats and diverse animals and birds. This Park is also famous for its tree-climbing lions and numerous migratory birds. On the western side are a forest and also the alkaline Manyara Lake, which covers the largest area of the park. You will enjoy game viewing within the northern part of the park.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Farm House
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Spend your day exploring the extensive plains of the Serengeti, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Tanzania’s oldest national park, and is quite possibly Africa’s most famous park since the astonishing annual migration takes place here. The expansive park spans 5,695 square miles and is home to the Big Five along with numerous other animals. If you would like to maximize your time game viewing, you can take a picnic lunch into the park and enjoy a meal out in the vast savannah before returning to the lodge later in the day.
Accommodation: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
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Accommodation: Ngorongoro Farm House
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This morning, after breakfast, you will drive to Tarangire National Park, one of the most famous national parks in Tanzania, which is especially known for its diverse flora and fauna. On the almost 3,000 square kilometers, you will find different vegetation zones. In addition, Tarangire National Park is home to the largest population of wild animals after the Serengeti. A highlight is the many elephant herds. Therefore, chances are very high to observe these graceful animals in the wild.
The national park is named after the Tarangire River, which runs through the park and is used as a water source by a variety of animals such as giraffes, elephants, antelopes, and lions. In the evening, you will continue to Arusha, where you will spend your last night after a relaxed dinner.
Accommodation: African Tulip Hotel
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After breakfast, the morning vehicle transfer to Arusha Airport for the flight to Mahale National Park. On arrival at Mahale Airstrip, you will take a dhow boat transfer (approx. 1.5 hours) to MbaliMbali Mahale Lodge. Staff welcomes and introductions followed by lunch. Afternoon/early evening chimpanzee trekking or forest walks (if time allows). Evening sundowners, dinner, and overnight at the lodge.
Accommodation: Mbali Mbali Mahale
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Accommodation: Mbali Mbali Mahale
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On this day, you will take a flight from Mahale Airstrip to Arusha or from Katavi to Dar es Salaam. Upon arrival at the airport, you will be picked up by our guide and transferred to your hotel for the night.
Accommodation: No Accommodation
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