Mahale Mountains National Park Attractions ........

The other sanctuary of the chimpanzees is the Mahale Mountains National Park, which is reached by boat from Kigoma. Covering an area of 1577 sq. kms. Its western boundary is the shores of Lake Tanganyika. The chimpanzee population is in the park is estimated to about 1000. Which can be seen in groups of 5 – 30 chimpanzees at a time.

The park vegetation is mainly Miombo woodlands with narrow strips of riverine forest. The park enjoys the habitat of a variety of primates including: yellow baboon, vervet monkey, red and blue colobus monkey, as well as over 200 species of birds.

Thick forest, crystal clear waters and deserted sandy beaches make Mahale one of the most beautiful National Parks in Tanzania.