7-Day Katavi & Mahale Western Tanzania Safari
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7-Day Katavi & Mahale Western Tanzania Safari

Dar es Salaam → Katavi → Mahale Mountains → Dar es Salaam
7 Days · 6 Nights
Arusha
1 - 6 Guests
Adventure
Duration 7 Days / 6 Nights
Departure Dar es Salaam
Transport Mixed
Safari Private Experience
Discover the experience

Safari Overview

Combine two of western Tanzania’s most remote wilderness destinations on a seven-day journey through Katavi National Park and Mahale Mountains National Park. Experience classic game viewing in Katavi before transitioning to Lake Tanganyika and chimpanzee trekking in Mahale.

Why you'll love it

Safari Highlights

Katavi National Park
Mahale Mountains National Park
Chimpanzee trekking
Lake Tanganyika
Remote western Tanzania
Wildlife and primate combination
Six nights
Your journey

Safari Itinerary

A clear day-by-day look at your safari experience.

01

Travel to Katavi

Fly toward Katavi and begin the western Tanzania wilderness experience.

Katavi National Park Lunch, Dinner Domestic flight + safari vehicle Katavi lodge or tented camp
02

Full-Day Katavi Safari

Explore Katavi’s floodplains, rivers and wildlife-rich habitats.

Katavi National Park Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Private safari vehicle Katavi lodge or tented camp
03

Second Katavi Wildlife Day

Continue exploring Katavi with additional time for photography and remote wilderness viewing.

Katavi National Park Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Private safari vehicle Katavi lodge or tented camp
04

Katavi to Mahale

Travel from Katavi toward the Mahale Mountains and Lake Tanganyika according to confirmed logistics.

Mahale Mountains National Park Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Domestic / boat connection Mahale lodge or camp
05

Mahale Chimpanzee Trekking

Join experienced guides for a forest trek in search of chimpanzees and other primates.

Mahale Mountains National Park Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Walking trek Mahale lodge or camp
06

Mahale Forest & Lake Day

Enjoy further forest exploration and permitted activities around the Lake Tanganyika environment.

Mahale Mountains National Park Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Walking / boat Mahale lodge or camp
07

Mahale Departure

Begin the return journey from Mahale toward Dar es Salaam according to confirmed connections.

Western Tanzania Breakfast, Lunch Boat + domestic connection Not included – safari ends
Know before you go

What's Included

Included
  • Professional guide throughout activities stated in the itinerary
  • Park and conservation fees stated in the confirmed itinerary
  • Accommodation stated in the confirmed package
  • Meals indicated in the itinerary
  • Ground transfers stated in the itinerary
  • Bottled drinking water during scheduled safari activities
  • Applicable government taxes and service charges
  • Domestic flights or scheduled transport stated in the confirmed itinerary
Not Included
  • International flights
  • Tanzania visa fees
  • Travel and medical insurance
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Personal expenses
  • Alcoholic and premium drinks unless specifically included
  • Optional activities not specifically stated as included
  • Changes caused by weather, airline schedules or circumstances outside the confirmed itinerary
Good to know

Frequently Asked Questions

The combination provides two very different western Tanzania experiences: remote vehicle safari in Katavi and forest-based chimpanzee trekking in Mahale.

Yes. Routing, accommodation and travel arrangements can be adjusted subject to availability and the final quotation.

No. Wildlife and natural events cannot be guaranteed because animals move freely in natural ecosystems.
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