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This safari is built for travelers who want to go far beyond the classic routes! You begin in Katavi National Park, one of Tanzania’s most remote and least-visited parks. In the dry season, rivers shrink and wildlife gathers in numbers - huge pods of hippos, massive crocodiles stacked along the banks, and predators moving through open floodplains.
From Katavi, you fly to Mahale Mountains, where the rhythm changes completely. Instead of savanna, you enter forested mountains along Lake Tanganyika, home to one of Africa’s most famous wild chimpanzee populations. Chimp trekking here is intimate: hiking through lush forest, listening for calls, and then suddenly standing meters away from a family group going about their day.
The contrast is what makes this journey special: crocs and hippos in dry riverbeds, then chimps in misty forest; open plains, then jungle-covered mountains. If you want raw nature, very few other tourists, and stories that most travelers simply don’t have - this tour is for you!
Domestic flights between Arusha, Katavi and Mahale are included.
Discover remote parks where wildlife outnumbers visitors
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Safari Tour Seasons & Pricing
Shoulder Season 
Peak Season Price per person (excluding international flights). Exact pricing available upon request.
Discounts are available for children under 16. Exact rates provided on request. During festive dates (Christmas, New Year or Easter), additional supplements may apply - your travel expert will confirm this when preparing your quote.
Mostly dry with occasional rains, keeping the parks vibrant. Jan-Feb and early Dec see occasional showers, while March and June tend to be more stable. A great time with fewer travelers, relaxed pace and frequent wildlife encounters.
Dry conditions reveal the savanna’s full beauty, making game drives easy and wildlife visible. Expect lively safari experiences and spectacular predator sightings, though you’ll notice more travelers than in other months.
Itinerary
Get ready to have your breath taken away right as you step off the plane. A mind-blowing wealth of wildlife and amazing national parks make Tanzania a travel destination with no end to adventures!
With Altezza Travel, you'll enjoy comfort and safety every step of the way. Once you're through with all border control checks, look out for a signboard with your name on it: our representative will be at the exit of the arrivals zone ready to help you with luggage and take you to your hotel. Our modern comfortable mini-vans with soft drinks and AC will provide a much needed rest after a long flight.
Meal Plan:
Half Board 
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Today, you will visit a national park that ranks among the most abundant in both plant and animal life. Katavi holds a place in the top six largest parks in the country. Otto von Bismarck, a passionate hunter and lover of wild nature, once favored these areas, but today they draw visitors for safaris. Far removed from overcrowded tourist roads, here you will witness Africa as it was a couple of centuries ago. Interestingly, it is believed that Katavi sees fewer visitors in a year than the Serengeti does in just one day.
Katavi is renowned for its profusion of hippos and crocodiles that inhabit the local rivers and lakes. The park is home to several seasonal lakes and swamps that dry out significantly during the dry season, allowing frequent sightings of dozens or even hundreds of hippos huddled together in small water bodies.
Across the expansive plains of Katisunga, herds of giraffes, zebras, and elephants freely roam. The area is so populated with buffaloes that encountering a herd will likely mean seeing hundreds of these majestic creatures. If you're observant enough, you might spot warthogs, known around the world as Pumbas, as well as hyenas, servals, caracals, and even zebra mongooses, named for the stripes on their backs.
And don’t forget about the antelopes! Katavi is home to luxurious topis, graceful impalas, beautiful bushbucks in the forests, small duikers, and waterbucks near the water bodies. Notably, Katavi is one of only two unique places housing the rare Puku, once studied by David Livingstone. Embrace the role of an explorer and immerse yourself in the world of Africa's wild animals.
Meal Plan:
Game Package (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner + Safari game drives)
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Your safari program continues in one of Tanzania's most remote inland national parks. Don't miss the opportunity to head out on safari as early in the morning as possible, as this is the time when you can catch large predators freely roaming the clearings between trees. The park is home to many lions, as well as leopards and cheetahs. You might be lucky enough to soon see these big cats on the ground or lounging on thick tree branches.
Pay attention to the monkeys: in Katavi, you can see trees literally festooned with blue monkeys, Ugandan red colobuses, red-tailed monkeys, and vervets. But be careful at rest stops and picnic sites — these mischievous thieves sneak into cars through open windows and raised roofs to steal food.The plains, forests, and floodable meadows of Katavi are home to hundreds of bird species. Around 400 species are observed here, including some that are very rare and highly sought after by birders, such as the Shoebill. The Rocket-tailed Roller and the Broad-tailed Paradise Whydah impress with the beauty of their plumage, and near the water, you may spot the Squacco Heron and Great White Pelican. To observe the birds, make use of the binoculars in your vehicle.
If time permits, you can visit one of Katavi's three waterfalls: Chorangwa, Lukima, and Ndido. On a hot day, it's delightful to refresh oneself under the cool water's spray.
Meal Plan:
Game Package (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner + Safari game drives)
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Meal Plan:
Game Package (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner + Safari game drives)
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Today you arrive at Mahale airstrip and are transferred by boat across the waters of Lake Tanganyika to Greystoke Mahale inside the national park. Once at the lodge, enjoy a gentle afternoon exploring the lakeshore by canoe or boat, watching for African fish eagles, kingfishers, herons, and even monitor lizards along the water’s edge. Keep an eye out for small mammals and colorful birdlife in the forest fringes near the lodge. Sundowners on the terrace or a quiet evening by the lake offer the perfect way to reflect on your first day in this stunning wilderness.
Meal Plan:
Game Package (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner + Safari game drives)
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Your adventure begins with a chimpanzee trek led by expert guides. Follow the forest trails in search of playful chimpanzee troops, observing their grooming, social interactions, and curious behaviors. While tracking chimps, you may also spot red colobus monkeys, bushbucks, red duikers and an array of forest birds. The Mahale Mountains have been a focus of long-term chimpanzee research, providing unique insights into their social lives.
Chimp trekking in Mahale can be physically demanding, and the camp guide reserves the right to restrict participation if a guest is not fit enough and may slow down the group. Proper walking shoes or trekking boots are required. Only one chimp trek is offered per full day, usually in the morning. Time spent with the chimpanzees is strictly limited to one hour, while the trekking duration itself may vary depending on their location. Each group is limited to a maximum of six guests.
Meal Plan:
Game Package (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner + Safari game drives)
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Today is another chance for chimpanzee trekking, perhaps discovering different troops or observing new behaviors. Wander through lush forest paths and marvel at ancient strangler figs, listen to the calls of forest birds, and watch for small mammals along the trails. Your guides may take you to hidden viewpoints or quiet clearings, offering extraordinary photo opportunities. After the trek, relax at the lodge, enjoying the peaceful surroundings and beautiful views over Lake Tanganyika.
Meal Plan:
Game Package (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner + Safari game drives)
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Today is perfect for slowing down and soaking it all in - whether that’s a canoe ride on Lake Tanganyika or simply birdwatching along the shoreline. Keep an eye on the forest line along the shore - you can often spot primates moving through the trees, including chimpanzees or red colobus monkeys, as well as baboons, antelopes, hornbills, and colorful kingfishers.
Lake Tanganyika is the second deepest lake in the world and one of the oldest, home to more than 250 fish species found nowhere else on Earth. Even a simple boat ride can turn into something special - through the clear waters, you may catch glimpses of vibrant cichlids and other unique underwater life quietly moving beneath the surface.
Meal Plan:
Game Package (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner + Safari game drives)
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Today marks the end of your time in Mahale and the start of your onward journey. Enjoy a leisurely breakfast, take a last stroll around the property, and soak in the peaceful surroundings one final time. When you’re ready, your guide will help with check-out and transfer you to the airstrip for your flight, making for a calm and comfortable farewell to this beautiful part of Tanzania.
Please note that this flight is not included in the tour and depends on your final destination. We will be happy to help you book it.
Meal Plan:
Half Board
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Altezza driver will pick you up from your accommodations and take you to the airport. If you're flying out with an international flight, please be ready to leave the hotel 4 hours before the scheduled take-off. If you're taking a domestic flight, you'll need to leave 3 hours before the flight.
We wish you a pleasant flight!
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Reviews about Safaris with Altezza
For our honeymoon we wanted to plan a truly memorable and personalised trip. Sophie helped us to plan our 7 day safari visiting Arusha, Tarangire, Ngorongoro, Serengeti national parks.
Our guide, Noel, was the perfect guide! - Kind, polite, knowledgeable and patient. We were able to see the big 5 as well as so many other animals. Thank you Noel for making our trip so special.
I would recommend Altezza for anyone looking for a truly special safari holiday.
I haven’t stopped talking about this trip + Altezza since we got home!! We decided to go on Safari for our honeymoon and didn’t even know where to start! Altezza was recommend to us and we never looked back. Before, during and after the trip they made sure we were taken care of + went above and beyond to make it the trip of a lifetime.
They answered all of our pre-trip questions and ensured we were set. During the trip, they added personalized touches (including a customized tire cover!!) and our guide Noel was better than we could have ever imagined.
Tanzania is a special place, the people are the kindest you will ever meet and Altezza is doing an absolutely incredible job. If you are thinking of going on safari, DO IT and if you are thinking of using Altezza, DO IT! We can’t wait to go back!
Altezza Travel organized our 5-day Safari plus 10-day family vacation in Northern Tanzania. We left Tanzania with an overall amazing experience and one thing on our minds: going back as soon as possible!
The Safari guide was kind, knowledgeable, ressourceful, and did everything to make our experience unforgettable . People at the different places we stayed had a warm welcome and didn't spare energy to provide us the best accommodation ever. The transfer team was also dedicated and professional.
From my own positive experience, I recommend Altezza Travel to people planning Safari vacation in Tanzania.
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