Western Tourist Circuit

Gazetted in 1980, Mahale Mountains National Park lies 120 km south of Kigoma town on a peninsula that cuts out into Lake Tanganyika. The park has an area of 1,577 sq. km and is dominated by the Mahale Mountains Chain running from northwest across the middle of the park. The most remarkable creatures of the park are the Chimpanzee. It is reknowned for fantastic sunsets over Lake Tanganyika and the Eastern Congo (DRC) which makes it an essential stop for the keen photographer.The highest peak being 2,462 meters above sea level. The park vegetation is mainly Miombo woodland with narrow strips of riverine forests. Travel on Lake Tanganyika can also be arranged.