This extraordinary adventure takes you far beyond the beaten path, into the wild western frontier of Tanzania. Explore Katavi’s remote plains, track chimpanzees in Mahale, and cruise the sparkling waters of Lake Tanganyika — all in a single seamless experience for travelers who crave exclusivity and untamed beauty.
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you’ll be met by your guide and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. Enjoy a safari briefing and overnight stay in a lush garden setting.
Board a scheduled bush flight to Katavi National Park, one of Africa’s most remote and least-visited wilderness areas. After a warm welcome and lunch at camp, enjoy your first game drive in this wild landscape where elephants roam in their hundreds.
Spend two full days exploring Katavi’s vast savannahs and river systems. Highlights include:
✅ Game drives to spot lions, hippos, crocodiles, and buffalo herds
✅ Guided walking safaris for an intimate bush experience (seasonal)
✅ Stunning sunsets over the Katuma floodplains
Katavi is a photographer’s dream — untouched, raw, and teeming with wildlife.
After breakfast, take a charter flight to Mahale Mountains National Park, then transfer by boat along Lake Tanganyika to your secluded lodge. Relax on the white-sand beach, swim in crystal-clear waters, or take a short forest hike before dinner.
Spend three unforgettable days tracking wild chimpanzees with expert guides in Mahale’s tropical forests.
Other activities include:
✅ Kayaking or snorkeling on Lake Tanganyika
✅ Birdwatching & nature walks
✅ Sunset dhow cruises with sundowners
Evenings are for stargazing and storytelling by the lakeshore.
Transfer to Kigoma and enjoy a cultural and historical experience, including a visit to Dr. Livingstone’s Memorial. Take a private sunset cruise on Lake Tanganyika and spend the night in Kigoma.
After breakfast, fly from Kigoma to Arusha. Enjoy lunch and last-minute shopping before your onward international flight.
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Step into one of Africa’s last true wild places Katavi National Park, a remote and raw safari destination in Tanzania’s far west.
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This unforgettable 5-day adventure is perfect for nature lovers, researchers, photographers, and anyone seeking true wilderness.
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Explore Tanzania’s untouched wilderness on this exclusive journey through Katavi National Park and Mahale Mountains National Park.
Lujoma Expeditions is a locally owned Tanzanian tour company specializing in custom safaris, cultural experiences, mountain treks, and beach holidays across East Africa.
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