Chimpanzee trekking in Tanzania

Chimpanzee trekking in Tanzania : Although chimpanzees can be found in 21 other African nations, they are more numerous in Uganda. Here are some additional nations where you can see chimpanzees.

Chimpanzees in Tanzania’s Mahale National Park

The park, which has a land size of 1613 sq km and is located on the Mahale Mountain slopes, was first established as a permanent home for the numerous chimpanzees who lived in the region. For those seeking a stopover in Tanzania that is a little less commercialized, the Park is well known for its breathtaking sunsets along Lake Tanganyika.

The breath-taking array of habitats in the park includes forests, grasslands, bamboo, and a rainforest. Additionally, the park is home to over 90 exotic species of fish that live in Lake Tanganyika and about 50 species of animals that have been spotted here.

There are daily chimpanzee treks led by trackers and rangers, who will split you into groups of six and lead you down the winding mountain routes in search of these incredible animals. Once you’ve found them, spend an hour watching them interact, feed, and build nests. In order to have a chance to observe other primates, such as baboons, red colobus, red-tailed, and vervet monkeys, be sure to look above the treetops.

Gombe Stream National Park National Park Tanzania

One of Tanzania’s tiniest parks is Gombe Stream National Park. About 16 kilometers from Kigoma town, it is made up of a narrow band of ancient forest that straddles the jagged cliffs and river valleys that surround the lake’s northern shore.

Famous British researcher DR. Jane Goodall, who was conducting research on chimpanzees here, popularized the park.

Most of the animals in the park are primates. You might also spot red-tailed, red colobus, and olive baboons on top of the chimpanzees.

FAQ

Chimpanzee Trekking: What Is It?

Chimpanzee trekking is going on foot through African tropical rain forests in pursuit of wild chimpanzees. Walking through difficult terrain, tiny rivers, marshes, and itchy plants while chimpanzee trekking in Tanzania can leave you exhausted and hurting, especially if you’re not used to walking for extended periods of time.