Mahale National Park

Mahale Mountains National Park

Tanzania’s most remote national park (1,613 km²), where jungle-draped mountains rise directly from the crystal-clear waters of Lake Tanganyika — the world’s second-deepest lake. There are no roads; access is entirely by boat and on foot.

Pure wilderness • Boat & foot access only

Lake Tanganyika

Crystal-clear waters of the world’s second-deepest lake

Jungle Mountains

Steep, forest-covered peaks rising from the shore

M Group Chimps

Famous habituated community studied since 1965

True Remoteness

No roads — the ultimate exclusive safari destination

Wildlife

Chimpanzees
Leopards
Lions
Elephants
Giraffes
Pangolins
Red Colobus
Red-tailed Monkeys
350+ Birds

Home to the world’s largest population of wild eastern chimpanzees — roughly 800–1,000 individuals across a dozen communities, including the famous habituated “M Group,” studied continuously since 1965.

Activities

Chimpanzee Trekking

Considered by many experts the finest chimpanzee-viewing experience on the planet. Close encounters with the habituated M Group.

Snorkeling & Kayaking

Explore Lake Tanganyika’s clear waters, home to a remarkable diversity of colorful cichlid fish.

Boat Safaris & Swimming

Boat trips along the lakeshore, swimming, and sport fishing in one of Africa’s most pristine freshwater environments.

Hiking to Nkungwe Peak

Trek to the highest point in the Mahale range for panoramic views over Lake Tanganyika and the surrounding mountains.