Experience the raw, emotional connection of standing face-to-face with our closest wild relatives — the gorilla and chimpanzee. Trekking through ancient forests, you’ll uncover one of Africa’s most intimate wildlife experiences, guided by expert trackers through breathtaking terrain.

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Where It Happens

While Tanzania is famous for the Big Five and the Great Migration, East Africa’s forests also offer some of the most exclusive primate trekking safaris on the continent. African Giant Adventures offers curated trips that include:

• Chimpanzee Trekking in Tanzania

  • Gombe Stream National Park – Jane Goodall’s historic research base

  • Mahale Mountains National Park – Remote and pristine shores of Lake Tanganyika

• Gorilla Trekking (via Rwanda or Uganda extensions)

  • Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Uganda

  • Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda

We combine the best of Tanzania’s safari circuit with add-ons to these premier primate trekking locations.

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Highlights of the Experience

Gorilla Trekking (Uganda/Rwanda Extension)

• Hike through lush rainforest to find a habituated family of mountain gorillas

• Spend up to one magical hour observing them in their natural habitat

• Feel the connection in their gaze — a moment you’ll never forget

Chimpanzee Trekking (Tanzania)

• Trek into remote forest terrain for a close-up view of wild chimpanzees

• Hear their calls echo through the jungle canopy

• Witness playful behavior, complex social bonds, and natural curiosity

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Who Is This Safari For?

This experience is perfect for:

• Wildlife lovers and conservation enthusiasts

• Adventure seekers

• Photographers

• Families with older children

• Honeymooners looking for something unique

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Best Time to Go

Experience	Best Season
Gorilla Trekking	June – September, December – February
Chimpanzee Trekking	June – October, also good in February

 

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Add to Your Safari

Combine your primate trekking with classic safari destinations such as:

• Serengeti National Park

• Ngorongoro Crater

• Tarangire National Park

• Zanzibar beach extension

We can customize a seamless wildlife-to-forest-to-beach itinerary just for you.

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Ready for a Life-Changing Encounter?

Contact African Giant Adventures to plan your personalized Gorilla and Chimpanzee Safari – an experience that goes beyond wildlife and into the heart of Africa’s soul.