Tour Overview
This four-day route is built for travellers adding Gombe after Kilimanjaro or a northern Tanzania safari. A flight connects Arusha and Kigoma, followed immediately by the boat to Gombe so the first forest walk can take place that afternoon. Two further chimpanzee tracking sessions, Kakombe Waterfalls and Jane’s Peak are followed by a return boat to Kigoma and the Livingstone Memorial at Ujiji.
Route: Arusha → Gombe Stream National Park → Arusha or Dar es Salaam
Morning Flight from Arusha
Morning flight from Arusha to Kigoma
Direct Port Transfer
Direct transfer from Kigoma Airport to Kibirizi Port
Chimpanzee Tracking
Three guided chimpanzee tracking sessions
Daily Itinerary
Forest routes, wildlife locations, lake conditions and domestic-flight times can change. LuiTours keeps the stated sequence while adjusting daily timing for safety and current park instructions.
Fly Arusha to Kigoma, Boat to Gombe and First Forest Trek
Fly from Arusha to Kigoma in the morning. A LuiTours representative meets the flight and takes you directly to Kibirizi Port, avoiding an unnecessary town stop. Cross Lake Tanganyika by boat, check in and have a hot lunch before the first ranger-led chimpanzee trek. Return to the lodge for dinner after the forest activity.
After the day's activities, settle in at Gombe Special Tents for rest and overnight.
Chimpanzee Trekking and Kakombe Waterfalls
Leave early with the park ranger and trackers, following fresh signs through the forest in search of Gombe’s chimpanzee community. After the permitted observation period, continue to Kakombe Waterfalls. If the trail, weather and timing permit, hike toward Jane’s Peak for its historical connection and broad view across the park and lake.
After the day's activities, settle in at Gombe Special Tents for rest and overnight.
Final Chimpanzee Trek, Boat to Kigoma and Ujiji
Make a third forest excursion, exploring another valley according to the chimpanzees’ current location. Return for lunch, then travel by boat to Kigoma. On arrival, continue to Ujiji to visit the Livingstone Memorial and learn about the meeting of Livingstone and Stanley before checking in at the Kigoma hotel.
After the day's activities, settle in at Kigoma Hilltop Hotel for rest and overnight.
Fly from Kigoma to Arusha or Dar es Salaam
After breakfast, transfer to Kigoma Airport for the confirmed flight to Arusha or Dar es Salaam. The destination is agreed at booking so the final transfer connects cleanly with your northern Tanzania plans or international departure.
Tailored Price
The source offers this package on enquiry. LuiTours confirms the selected Gombe and Kigoma properties, flights, boat, permits and group size before issuing a proposal.
| Package | From Price |
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Included & Not Included
What Is Included
What Is Not Included
Trip Details
Route
Arusha - Gombe Stream National Park - Arusha or Dar es Salaam
Duration
4 Days / 3 Nights
Transportation
Domestic flight between Arusha and Kigoma with a boat transfer across Lake Tanganyika
Accommodation
Confirmed lodge or camp in Gombe and a confirmed hotel in Kigoma
Fitness
Gombe and Mahale trails can be steep, humid and slippery. Regular walking or hill training before departure is strongly recommended.
What To Bring
Pack broken-in hiking boots, long trousers, a long-sleeved shirt, rain protection, insect repellent, a small daypack and waterproof camera protection.
Wildlife Etiquette
Follow the ranger’s instructions on distance, quiet behaviour, health rules and photography. Flash photography is not permitted around chimpanzees.
Price Basis
Tailored quote on request