Mahale Mountains National Park

Mahale Mountains National Park is one of Africa's most exclusive and enchanting wilderness destinations, combining world-class chimpanzee tracking with a breathtaking setting on the remote eastern shores of Lake Tanganyika. The park covers 1,613 square kilometers of pristine forest-clad mountains that rise dramatically from the lake's crystal-clear waters to peaks over 2,460 meters high. Home to approximately 800 chimpanzees, including the well-habituated M-group studied by Japanese researchers since 1965, Mahale offers arguably the finest chimpanzee tracking experience in the world. The combination of lush tropical forest, white-sand beaches, turquoise lake waters, and the presence of our closest relatives creates a safari experience that is utterly unique. With no roads in the park, all exploration is done on foot, adding to the sense of pristine remoteness.