Mahale Mountains National Park is over 1,500 km² of remote untamed wilderness, overflowing with jaw-dropping scenery and incredible wildlife. Set in the far-west of Tanzania, this off-the-beaten-track destination is quite possibly the best place in the world for chimpanzee safaris. Trek through the dense jungle to find the chimps, relax on the soft white beaches of Lake Tanganyika or take to the water for some fantastic water sports.
Highlights
Trek through dense jungle to witness habituated chimpanzees
Hike the impressive Mahale Mountain range
Relax on untouched white beaches along the shores of Lake Tanganyika
Thrilling water sports activities on Lake Tanganyika
Enjoy a traditional Dhow cruise on Lake Tanganyika
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Boat Trip
Primate Trekking
Cultural Experience
Canoeing/Kayaking
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Enriching encounters
ICONIC WILDLIFE
Whether you want to tick the Big Five off your bucket list or seek out specific safari species, our expert guides reveal the typical wildlife sightings to expect in the Mahale Mountains National Park
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Sample itineraries
TRIPS TO INSPIRE
From exhilarating wildlife encounters to out-of-this-world natural wonders, echoes of ancient empires, and rose-gold beaches, every bespoke journey is designed to immerse you in the extraordinary. Whether you’re planning a once-in-a-lifetime safari, a milestone celebration, a soul-stirring retreat, or simply looking to travel well and with purpose, these itineraries offer a starting point for what’s possible. As a top tour operator in the world, as recognised by both Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveller, we will guide you on how to shape the ultimate expedition.
From remote safari camps to world-class resorts, our selected properties are hand-picked by our experts and endorsed by our guests. Often intimate, always exceptional, we'll choose the perfect lodges, hotels and villas to suit your personal style and interests.
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HOW TO BOOK
At Mahlatini, we believe in making your journey effortless. Browse our website for inspiration or get in touch with us directly. Whether you already have a dream destination in mind or need some inspiration, our travel experts are here to create your custom itinerary. Serial safari-goer, Indophile or first-time explorer, your adventure starts with a conversation.
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Call us or enquire online. Share your wish list and we’ll start planning your journey.
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Your dedicated travel expert will be in touch within 24 hours to start designing your bespoke itinerary.
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We won’t stop refining your plans until we get the perfect trip at the best price.
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Receive your Mahlatini travel documents, pack your bags and set off on your trip of a lifetime!
We routinely go the extra mile to ensure that we not only plan the perfect itinerary but ensure that you're in good hands at every stage of your journey. That's why we are especially proud to maintain an overall client satisfaction rating of 98%.
John M Grist, 28th March 2026
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Fantastic, Aaron and Mahlatini could not have done more from start to finish.
Another flawlessly executed vacation. This is our fourth trip to Africa with Mahlatini and we wouldn’t trust anyone else. We were originally booked to go to Tanzania, Oman and UAE for 2 weeks. Unfortunately, the war in Iran began while we were in Tanzania. Given the situation we were forced to pivo…
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