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Mahale Mountains National Park

The Mahale Mountains: An Introduction

Mahale really is one of the most unique safari destinations in Africa. Located in the far West of the country Mahale lies on the shores of Lake Tanganyika and would stake its claim as one of the most exceptional destinations on the continent. Home to the best chimpanzee viewing in Africa and a host of activities that make this a destination in it own right, Mahale also has one of the most beautiful camps anywhere in Africa and a safari experience to take your breath away.

The Mahale Mountains: Where to stay

Although Greystoke is not the only lodge in the park, (Kungwe is right next door) there is no doubt that Greystoke is by far the better lodge, has the better guides, location etc.

And considering it costs so much money to get this far out to the West of the country we simply don't understand why travellers choose to save money and stay at the more affordable lodge, when Greystoke is really not that much more and the cost of getting there is so huge.

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On Safari in Mahale Mountains: Our View

When you have been in the industry for as long as we have there are a few places in Africa which are talked about within the industry as the very best places on the continent. The Schoeman's Skeleton Coast Safaris, Serra Cafema, Chiawa and Old Mondoro in the Lower Zambezi, Mwaleshi and Kutandala in North Luangwa … and Greystoke, Mahale. Mahale is not just a chimpanzee destination, Mahale has an absurdly good beach with gin clear waters; and the park itself would stake its claim as one of the most interesting destinations in Africa. What is certain is that there is nowhere else like Mahale, and that Greystoke is a truly magical place. The experience on offer here is one of the finest on the continent.

The Mahale Mountains: Trekking the Mahale Chimps

We have never had a client not see the chimps at Mahale. Depending on the time of year that you travel however, trekking for the chimps can take between one hour, and the majority of the day and is strenuous! The later you go in the season the easier the viewing gets as the chimps move down the mountains in search of food. August to October is the best and easiest time of year to see them. Clearly though chimps have a mind of their own and estimates for how long the walks take are just that. What is certain is that you are only permitted one hour with the chimps when you find them!

Greystoke Tented Camp
Regarded by many as one of the best lodges in Africa, Nomad Tanzania's Gresytoke (or Zoe's Camp as it was formerly known) is one of those rare beauties that epitomises everything about African safari lodges, adventure and wildlife. SOOO worthy of 5 paws....and pushing for a 6 paw grade!

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