Nestled along Tanzania’s western border, Gombe Stream National Park is a hidden gem accessible via a scenic 16-kilometer boat ride from Kigoma town. Spanning just 52 square kilometers, it’s one of the country’s smallest parks, yet packed with breathtaking landscapes. Bordered by the Great Rift Valley escarpment to the east and the vast Lake Tanganyika to the west, Gombe’s terrain ranges from lush evergreen forests to open woodlands and grasslands.

Renowned globally for Jane Goodall’s groundbreaking research, Gombe’s star residents are its endangered chimpanzees, drawing visitors eager to witness these primates in their natural habitat. Without roads, the park invites exploration by foot, guided through its forested trails.

In addition to its famed chimps, Gombe is home to other primates like baboons, blue and red-tailed monkeys, and the rare red colobus monkey. With over 200 bird species, it’s also a birdwatcher’s paradise. For those seeking a unique wildlife adventure, Gombe offers an intimate, immersive experience unlike any other park in Tanzania.