Gombe Stream National Park
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Remote, Raw, and Remarkably Wild
- Mobile tented camps that follow the herds
- Luxury lodges overlooking migration paths
Overview
Famous as the long-term research site of Dr. Jane Goodall, Gombe Stream National Park is one of the most iconic primate destinations in the world. Nestled on the eastern shore of Lake Tanganyika, Gombe is Tanzania’s smallest national park — but what it lacks in size, it makes up for in history, intimacy, and wild beauty.
What Makes Gombe Special
Here, you can walk in the footsteps of the world’s most celebrated primatologist and track wild chimpanzees through lush tropical forest that spills down into the blue waters of the lake.
Wild Chimpanzee Tracking
Observe the famous Gombe chimpanzees in their natural habitat playing, grooming, feeding, and interacting just as Dr. Jane Goodall did in her groundbreaking research.
Jane Goodall’s Research Legacy
Visit the original chimpanzee research station and learn how Gombe helped reshape humanity’s understanding of primates and ourselves.
Lush Forest Meets Lake
The park’s terrain includes valleys, waterfalls, and dense forest all framed by the crystal-clear shores of Lake Tanganyika.
Diverse Wildlife
In addition to chimpanzees, Gombe is home to olive baboons, red colobus monkeys, bushbucks, and over 200 bird species.
Lake Activities
After your trek, swim, snorkel, or relax along the pristine lakeshore a perfect end to an immersive nature experience.
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