Set on the northern shore of Lake Tanganyika in Tanzania’s Gombe Stream National Park – famed for its dense chimpanzee population - lies Gombe Lodge – an exclusive & authentic tented camp that offers a unique wildlife experience.
Experience
Since the camp enjoys an ideal lakeshore setting, guests will not only be able to track active chimp families through this ancient emerald forest but will also be able to enjoy water activities like snorkelling, fishing & kayaking.
Lake Tanganyika is the second largest freshwater lake world & attracts a variety of wildlife, like olive baboons, energetic vervet, red-tailed & red colobus monkeys, bush pigs, hippos & leopards as well over 200 bird species.
Stay
Accommodation at Gombe Lodge consists of 7 spacious walk-in forest tents built on elevated timber platforms under the shade of giant mango trees.
With African-inspired décor, each tent features an en-suite bathroom & a private deck overlooking the lush forest.
The combined lounge & dining area at the main lodge is built above the forest floor offering spectacular views over the lake & mountains. There is also a lodge library for keen readers.
Activities
Gombe Lodge is all about the African jungle & has a wide range of exciting land & water activities on offer.
These include chimpanzee trekking safaris as well as water sports like kayaking, boating, swimming or fishing. Guided forest walks & bird watching are also popular.
Guests can also visit a neighbouring fishing village to learn more about the local culture.
