Gombe National Park

Gombe is Tanzania’s smallest but most storied national park, a place of profound scientific discovery and raw, intimate wilderness. This strip of ancient rainforest, nestled on the shores of Lake Tanganyika, is world-renowned as the site of Jane Goodall’s pioneering chimpanzee research, offering visitors a uniquely personal primate tracking experience.

Welcome to Gombe National Park

Chimpanzee trekking can be done in Gombe National Park throughout the year. The odds of finding chimps quickly are better toward the end of the Dry season, from July to October, when they tend to stick to the lower slopes. In the Wet season, it might take three to four hours to locate the chimps. The only private lodge in the park is closed from March to May.

  • Chimpanzee Trekking
    Embark on a guided forest trek for a breathtaking, up-close encounter with our closest living relatives, the habituated chimpanzees of Gombe.
  • Jane Goodall's Legacy
    Walk in the footsteps of a legend and visit the research station where our understanding of primate behavior was forever changed.
  • Lake Tanganyika
    Relax on pristine, white-sand beaches and swim or snorkel in the crystal-clear, fish-filled waters of the world's longest and second-deepest freshwater lake.
  • Tropical Forest Hikes
    Follow a network of scenic trails past stunning waterfalls, through lush valleys, and to breathtaking viewpoints over the lake.
  • Birdwatching
    Discover a wealth of forest birdlife, including fish eagles, palm-nut vultures, and numerous colorful kingfishers.

Experience Tours of Gombe National Park

From $650 pp

Depart from Arusha to Lake natron. Enjoy the 2 Days Lake Natron Tour in Tanzania as you visit this home to 2 million of lesser flamingos, and the views along the road to get there…

From $330 pp

Despite the small size of Arusha National Park, common animals include giraffes, buffalos, zebras, warthogs, the black-and-white colobus monkeys, the blue monkeys, flamingos and more. African elephants and leopards are present, but rarely seen. The…

From $308 pp

Discover the wonders of Arusha National Park located just 45minutes from Arusha town. This park is a hidden gem nestled at the foothills of Mount Meru, Tanzania’s 2nd highest mountain. Despite its relatively small size,…

From $2983 pp

This 10-day safari allows you to experience both the bush and the beach. You will see the Big Five as well as other exciting animals. All this with the assistance of a tour operator based…

From $3713 pp

On this 9-day unique honeymoon safari and Zanzibar beach vacation, you will visit the major parks of the northern circuit. Go to Tarangire, which is famous for its giant baobab trees as well as the…

From $880 pp

A 3-day adventure to climb Mount Meru via the Momella Route, located in Arusha National Park. This trek offers stunning views of Kilimanjaro and the chance to encounter diverse wildlife. It is a shorter and…

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