The Gombe Stream national Park is in the Northwest is the smallest park in Tanzania Covering only 52 sq Km (about 32 miles). The park is a thin strip of forest on the shore of lake Tanganyika and is accessed by boat from Kigoma 16 Km (about 10 miles).

Location:

The Gombe Stream National Park is located 16 Kms (about 10 miles) North of Kigoma on the shore of Lake Tanganyika in Western Tanzania. The park is home of the Great Apes.

Best time to visit:

The Chimpanzee don't roam as far in the wet season, (February - June, November - Mid December). So may be easier to find because they do not wander so far. Dry months of July - October and late December can however offer better photo opportunities.

Wildlife:

Gombe is famous for its chimpanzees, approximately also be seen such as red-colobus red-tail and blue monkeys. The area is heavily forested, making it an unsuitable habitat for carnivores so the park is safe for walking Safaris.

Bird life: There are rewarding sightings for bird watchers.

Access: Drive Scheduled or Charter flight from Dar-es-salaam or Arusha, slow train from Dar-es-salaam or Mwanza or lake ferry from Burundi or Zambia to Kigoma to Gombe visitors Can reach the park by boat a distance of 24 Km (15 miles) and takes 1 hour boat trip north from Kigoma to Kassakela.

To do: Chimpanzee trekking, Gorilla tracking, hiking, swimming, snorkeling.

Recommendation: Chimpanzees are strong and dangerous, discreet behavior is required. Chimpanzees Tracking in Gombe can be strenuous, therefore, ensure physical fitness. Bring jungle boots and rain jackets because the park is often wet.

Accommodation: One hostel, one guesthouse and 2 Campsites, all Self–Are Catering.