Gombe Stream National Park is one of the smallest but most iconic national parks in Tanzania, world-famous for being the site of Dr. Jane Goodall’s pioneering chimpanzee research. Located along the wild shores of Lake Tanganyika in western Tanzania, Gombe offers a rare and intimate opportunity to track wild chimpanzees on foot, surrounded by lush forests and steep valleys.

This hidden gem is part of the Western Safari Circuit and is accessible only by boat, making it one of the most remote and rewarding wildlife destinations in Africa. Gombe is home to a habituated chimpanzee population, allowing close, ethical encounters in their natural habitat. Apart from chimps, the park also hosts olive baboons, red-tailed monkeys, colobus monkeys, and over 200 bird species.

Visitors can also enjoy waterfall hikes, birding, snorkeling in the crystal-clear lake, and exploring the Jane Goodall Research Center. Gombe is ideal for adventure travelers, researchers, nature lovers, and anyone seeking a truly raw and transformative safari experience.