Tanzania - 8-day Western Tanzania Safari with Mbali Mbali - Private fly-in

In the center of Katavi National Park lies Mbali Mbali Katavi, offering an exciting bush experience with breathtaking views over the vast plains of Katisunga.

Mbali Mbali has untapped this national secret and created a highly exclusive experience at the heart of the park. Mbali Mbali Katavi is ideal for the traveller looking for a truly remote experience away from regular tourist routes. In this park, you will find animals curious and unfamiliar to human contact. The flotillas of pelican are a special sight. The lodge has been designed to blend in with its surroundings to avoid distracting from the beauty of Katavi, and herds of animals can be seen right from your tent.

Game viewing is exceptionally rewarding at Katavi due to the sheer abundance of wildlife. Game drives in our 4x4 vehicles center around the woodland areas along the seasonal lakes, where most of the game can be found including the big cats. Game drives are offered twice a day with an optional night game drive.

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Mbali Mbali Katavi Credit: Mbali Mbali Lodges and Camps Guest lounge at Mbali Mbali Katavi

Mbali Mbali Katavi Credit: Mbali Mbali Lodges and Camps Open game viewing vehicles at Mbali Mbali Katavi

Mbali Mbali Katavi Credit: Mbali Mbali Lodges and Camps Elephants roaming on the property in front of the main guest lounge at Mbali Mbali Katavi

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Mbali Mbali Katavi Credit: Mbali Mbali Lodges and Camps Elephants roaming on the property in front of a guest room at Mbali Mbali Katavi

Mbali Mbali Katavi Credit: Mbali Mbali Lodges and Camps Guest room at Mbali Mbali Katavi

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Mbali Mbali Katavi Credit: Mbali Mbali Lodges and Camps Open Game Viewer vehicle at Mbali Mbali Katavi

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Mbali Mbali Katavi Credit: Mbali Mbali Lodges and Camps Wildlife at Mbali Mbali Katavi

Mbali Mbali Katavi Credit: Mbali Mbali Lodges and Camps Wildlife at Mbali Mbali Katavi

Mbali Mbali Katavi Credit: Mbali Mbali Lodges and Camps Wildlife at Mbali Mbali Katavi

Safari Tents

All rooms were constructed for exclusivity, with complete furnishings including writing desks, fine linen and en suite facilities. Designed specifically for subtlety, the lodge is well-frequented by wildlife that makes for spectacular viewing.

- 6 Safari Tent (Double). Maximum 2 pax configured with one king bed.
- 2 Safari Tent (Twin). Maximum 2 pax configured with two single beds.
- 2 Family Safari Tent (Family for 3 pax). Maximum 3 pax configured with one king bed and one single bed.

Property Facilities

24-hour Security, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Communal Dining, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Library, Mobile Connectivity, Private Vehicle Available, Restaurant, Secure Parking

Room Facilities

Balcony / Deck, En-Suite, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Mosquito Nets, Pure Cotton Linen, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah

Services

Airport Shuttle (Complimentary), Credit Card

Game Drives Night Game Drive

Two daily game drives (morning and late afternoon) or a full day game drive on a shared basis.

If you would like to book a private vehicle for your group, this is possible at an additional $400 per vehicle per day.

Night game drives are a fantastic way to see the nocturnal wildlife. Book this optional activity for $80 per person

Mbali Mbali Mahale sits on a stretch of sheltered golden beach, deep in the heart of the African interior. Boasting a backdrop formed by the dramatic Mahale Mountain range, and the crystal clear waters of Lake Tanganyika in the foreground, this secluded and romantic hideaway is the perfect blend of relaxation and luxury.

Each well-appointed Beach Tent has been strategically positioned to offer guests privacy, while still allowing easy access to the beach and communal areas. Each Beach Tent is on a raised platform; delivers 24-hour electricity and hot and cold running water. The tents provide self-contained mosquito nets around the beds and bathroom.

The primary activity in the park is chimpanzee trekking, carefully monitored so as to reduce human impact on the famous habituated M-Group chimps. Take a gentle boat safari on the lake, or opt for a fishing excursion, where you may encounter crocodile, hippo and otter as well as an abundance of birdlife. Kayaks are available for exploring the lake at your leisure, or you may choose to simply stretch out under one of the salas on the beach, while the gentle lapping of the lake lulls you into an afternoon siesta.

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Mbali Mbali Mahale Credit: Mbali Mbali Lodges and Camps Updated decor inside and outside guest rooms at Mbali Mbali Mahale

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Mbali Mbali Mahale Credit: Mbali Mbali Lodges and Camps Chimpanzees at Mbali Mbali Mahale

Mbali Mbali Mahale Credit: Mbali Mbali Lodges and Camps Evening drinks setup on beach

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Mbali Mbali Mahale Credit: Mbali Mbali Lodges and Camps Evening drinks setup on beach

Mbali Mbali Mahale Credit: Mbali Mbali Lodges and Camps Evening dinner setup on beach

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Mbali Mbali Mahale Credit: Mbali Mbali Lodges and Camps Trekking for chimpanzees at Mbali Mbali Mahale Lodge

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Mbali Mbali Mahale Credit: Mbali Mbali Lodges and Camps Trekking for chimpanzees at Mbali Mbali Mahale Lodge

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Mbali Mbali Mahale Credit: Mbali Mbali Lodges and Camps Kayaks at Mbali Mbali Mahale

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Beach Tents

Ten Beach Tents, modernly furnished have been strategically placed at the edge of the cooling forest canopy of the Mahale Mountains National park. All rooms are under thatch on raised platforms and have a private deck providing views of Lake Tanganyika and the beach. All guest rooms are within easy walking distance along the beach to the main lounge and dining areas.

All Rooms contain the conveniences to ensure a relaxing and comfortable stay, luxury bed linens, and full bathroom amenities including an indoor rain shower and double vanity.

- 6 Beach Tents (Double). Maximum 2 pax configured with one king bed. Kindly note these rooms can be configured as twins as we can separate the beds as well.
- 4 Beach Tents (Twin). Maximum 2 pax configured with two single beds.

Property Facilities

Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Library, Restaurant

Room Facilities

Balcony / Deck, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Mosquito Nets, Pure Cotton Linen, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah

Services

Airport Shuttle (Complimentary), Credit Card

Chimpanzee Trekking Water Activities Birding and Forest Walk

The minimum participating age for chimpanzee trekking as determined by TANAPA is 12 years old. Chimp Viewing is limited to a maximum of 6 people per group for 1 hour at a time. Chimpanzee trekking is conducted on day of departure and day of arrival only if time allows subject to arrival/departure schedules and chimps location. Maximum viewing time is one hour per day. If the chimps are moving and viewing is interrupted, your time will be paused until they have been relocated, but trekking is not permitted for longer than 3 hours after the initial chimp sighting, even if the one hour total has not been reached. This is to minimize disturbance to the animals and to the forest.

Mahale is home to a population of chimpanzees who have been studied by Japanese researchers; they have quietly conducted some of the most important scientific work on these primates from as early as 1960's. The park is just over 1600 sq kms and hence during the rainy season it can prove to be more challenging to trek for chimpanzees are they remain higher in the mountains when they do not need to come to the lake or rivers for water.

Once in Mahale, you can enjoy kayaking, boat safaris and lake fishing.

One Boat Safari in Mahale is included per stay (two hours).
Option 1: See the Hippos and take a short river cruise and try the local methods of freshwater fishing.
Option 2: Visit a neighboring fishing village, Katumbi, for a Cultural Tour.
Pay for another boat safari to do both for 85 USD per person for 2 hours.

Proceed on a forest walk of Mahale Mountains National Park. Learn about the Flora and Fauna on your trail from your expert guide.