Although Gombe Stream National Park is the smallest in Tanzania, it attracts many travellers who come to observe chimpanzees with their own eyes, as they are a threatened and protected animal species.
Approaching the chimpanzees is relatively easy, as they are now used to the presence of humans. However, you must still remain cautious and follow the instructions given to you by your guide.
Chimpanzees are not the only animals in the park.
You will also have the opportunity to spot:
- Snake
- Hippopotamus
- Leopard
- Olive baboon
- Anubis baboon
- Blue monkey
- Red-tailed monkey
- Vervet monkey
- Red colobus
- More than 200 bird species
Gombe Stream also offers breathtaking landscapes with its forests stretching for kilometres.
Excursions and activities to do in Gombe Stream
- Animal sightings
- Hiking
- Discovering waterfalls
- Swimming on the beaches of Lake Tanganyika
- Snorkelling and observing colourful fish in Lake Tanganyika
- Visit to the fishing port
- Visit to the dhow shipyard.
Where to stay in Gombe Stream National Park
Several types of accommodation are available for your stay in Gombe Stream National Park.
- Camp sites
- Lodges in Kigoma
- Lodges in the heart of the national park
Let our advisers find your guide and accommodation for you
Rates and regulations
- 118$ per adult
- 23.6$ for children aged between 5 and 15
- Free for children under 5
Please note that these are the highest park fees in Tanzania. Your guide’s entry fee is also at your expense.
The park regulations are the same as for all wildlife parks in Tanzania, with a few additional rules:
- One-hour contact limit with the chimpanzees
- Wearing a mask to avoid/limit the transmission of diseases
- You must keep several metres’ distance from the chimpanzees
All the information listed above will be provided by your guide during your visit.
