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10 Days / 9 Nights

Tour for Doreen Reeder - 2 Adults

Private -Hidden Gems Of Western Tanzania Expedition

Tanzania

Total Price: USD $12,500.00

Created by Jacqueline Weigl - Porcupine Tours

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Created by Jacqueline Weigl - Porcupine Tours

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Tanzania

Start Point: Dar es Salaam Airport

Day 1 August 20, 2026

Dar es Salaam Hotel Blue Sapphire

Day 2 - 4 August 21–23, 2026

Mahale Mountains NP Mahale Mango Tree Bandas

Day 5 - 7 August 24–26, 2026

Katavi NP Katavi Wildlife Camp

Day 8 - 9 August 27–28, 2026

Lake Tanganyika Liemba Beach Lodge

Day 10 August 29, 2026

Dar es Salaam Airport (No accommodation)

End Point: Dar es Salaam Airport

Day 1 Thursday, August 20, 2026

Dar es Salaam

This is where all of your planning becomes a reality: your safari starts now. Tanzania is such a wonderful country when it comes to wildlife and beautiful landscapes. After we greet you and answer any questions you might have, we'll take great pleasure in taking you out and showing you what we mean.

Immerse yourself in Tanzania’s largest city and commercial capital. Dar es Salaam is a mix of traffic jams and busy markets, and yet a surprisingly relaxed city. You can enjoy quality restaurants and informative museums, and good beaches are not far away. Above all, you’ll enjoy its melting pot of cultures from across the Indian Ocean and beyond.

Activity Day 1

Morning depends on your scheduled flight.

You will be transferred from the airport in Dar es Salaam Airport to your hotel.

Accommodation Day 1

Hotel Blue Sapphire

Hotel

When you stay at Hotel Blue Sapphire, you're in a good position to enjoy this leg of your trip.

Meal Plan Breakfast

Day 2 to 4 Friday–Sunday, August 21–23, 2026

Mahale Mountains National Park

If you’ve ever dreamed of getting up close and personal with Africa’s chimpanzees, Mahale Mountains National Park is where those dreams come true. Spending time with these remarkable creatures could just be an all-time safari highlight. Watch for leopards, blue duikers, red-tailed monkeys, red colobus monkeys and even giant pangolins. You’ll also see forest bird species only found here in Tanzania. And Mahale is home to some of East Africa’s densest forests. You’ll be spellbound by the quiet beauty of walking through forest trails beneath a towering mist-shrouded canopy. At the white-sand beaches along the shore of Lake Tanganyika watch for hippos, crocodiles and otters.

Activities Day 2

Early Morning

Transfer by Air, Dar es Salaam Airport to Kigoma

Morning

Transfer by Boat, Kigoma to Mahale Mountains National Park
- Enjoy boat ride and scenic view of the Lake Tanganyika.
- Arrive in Mahale for relaxation and overnight.

Activity Day 3

All Day

- Chimpanzee Trekking, Mahale Mountains National Park
- Return to your lodge for refreshments, dinner and overnight.

Activity Day 4

All Day

- Chimpanzees Trekking, Mahale Mountains National Park
- Mahale mountains exploration.
-Return to your lodge for refreshments, dinner and overnight.

Accommodation Day 2 to 4

Mahale Mango Tree Bandas

Banda Inside Mahale Mountains National Park

Rainforest surrounds you and you're only around 100m from the beach at government-run Mahale Mango Tree Bandas. Accommodation here is simple and well-maintained, with two-bed rooms that come with bathrooms and kitchen facilities. The location and the fact that there are only five bandas mean that you'll enjoy a quiet stay. Electricity for charging is possible in the evenings, and solar power ensures 24-hour lighting and hot water if needed.

Meal Plan Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5 to 7 Monday–Wednesday, August 24–26, 2026

Katavi National Park

Welcome to one of East Africa’s wildest and most rewarding national parks. In Katavi, you’ll enjoy much smaller numbers of visitors than in many national parks in Tanzania, but there’s just as much wildlife to enjoy. Lions, elephants, hippos, giraffes, zebras and big herds of buffaloes are the main attractions here. And although they’re rare, you never quite know when a leopard might turn up. Most visitors become avid bird-watchers after coming here – the park has recorded more than 400 species. And getting to see the handsome sable and roan antelopes in the same place is reason enough to come.

Activity Day 5

Morning

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the Mahale airstrip for your scheduled light-aircraft flight to Katavi National Park. The flight offers spectacular aerial views of western Tanzania's remote wilderness, including Lake Tanganyika, rolling escarpments, and vast untouched landscapes. Transfer Duration: Approximately 2–4 hours by air, depending on flight routing and any scheduled stops.

Activity Day 6

All Day

-Enjoy Katavi National Park on a game drive led by an expert guide.
-explore Katavi's vast floodplains, woodlands, and seasonal rivers in search of large elephant herds, massive buffalo concentrations, lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, numerous antelope species, birdlife, and the delicate balance of this unique ecosystem. Frequent stops at scenic viewpoints and wildlife hotspots provide excellent opportunities for photography.

Activity Day 7

All Day

Come and see the best of Katavi National Park as we take you out on a guided game drive.

Accommodation Day 5 to 7

Katavi Wildlife Camp

Lodge Inside Katavi National Park

When you stay at Katavi Wildlife Camp inside Katavi National Park, you're well-positioned for exploring all that the area has to offer.

Meal Plan Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 8 & 9 Thursday–Friday, August 27–28, 2026

Lake Tanganyika

Lake Tanganyika is one of Africa's most extraordinary natural treasures and a truly unique safari destination. The world's longest freshwater lake and the second-deepest on Earth, it stretches along dramatic mountain landscapes and pristine sandy beaches. Its crystal-clear waters invite swimming, kayaking, snorkeling, and fishing, while the surrounding forests are home to remarkable wildlife, including wild chimpanzees. The rare combination of beach relaxation, aquatic adventures, breathtaking scenery, and authentic wilderness experiences creates a safari unlike anywhere else in Africa, offering both tranquility and unforgettable exploration.

Activity Day 8

Morning

-Transfer by road from Katavi to Kasanga Port, Lake Tanganyika.
- enjoy a scenic drive to Kasanga, a small lakeside town located on the shores of the Lake Tanganyika.
- Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the lake. Kasanga is well known for its historical connection to the famous MV Liemba, a vessel that was originally built in Germany in 1913 and transported to East Africa in sections before being assembled on Lake Tanganyika.

Activity Day 9

Morning

-Lake Tanganyika Excursion, Lake Tanganyika
-Visit cultural attraction of the village.
-Birding

Accommodation Day 8 & 9

Liemba Beach Lodge

Enjoy staying at Liemba Beach Lodge as your base while you're here.

Meal Plan Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 10 Saturday, August 29, 2026

Your last day with us

It's time to bring your safari to a close. Until we see you again, we have no doubt that we will be sending you home with a bag full of wonderful safari memories.

Activity Day 10

Morning

After a leisurely breakfast, you will be transferred to Mbeya through the beautiful
Southern Highlands of Tanzania.
- Enjoy views of rolling hills, green countryside, mountain landscapes, and local villages along the way. The drive offers a wonderful opportunity to experience another side of Tanzania's natural beauty.
- Upon arrival in Mbeya, transfer to Songwe Airport for your scheduled flight to Dar es
Salaam, where you will connect with your onward international flight.

Meal Plan Breakfast & Lunch

2x Adult Safari - $6,250.00	2x $6,250.00	$12,500.00
Total in USD		$12,500.00

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Private -Hidden Gems Of Western Tanzania Expedition

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Dar es Salaam

Activity Day 1

Morning depends on your scheduled flight.

Hotel Blue Sapphire

Mahale Mountains National Park

Activities Day 2

Early Morning

Morning

Activity Day 3

All Day

Activity Day 4

All Day

Mahale Mango Tree Bandas

Katavi National Park

Activity Day 5

Morning

Activity Day 6

All Day

Activity Day 7

All Day

Katavi Wildlife Camp

Lake Tanganyika

Activity Day 8

Morning

Activity Day 9

Morning

Liemba Beach Lodge

Your last day with us

Activity Day 10

Morning

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Overview Tour

10 Days / 9 Nights

Private -Hidden Gems Of Western Tanzania Expedition

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