Courtesy Greystoke Mahale
Experience this one-of-a-kind dual safari in East Africa in the company of Indagare founder Melissa Biggs Bradley and top wildlife experts: The extraordinary itinerary gives travelers access to three full days of an action-packed and exhilarating chimpanzee trekking adventure in Mahale National Park combined with three days of spectacular game viewing in a private concession in the Serengeti. Mahale is one of only two protected chimpanzee areas in the country and home to the famous M clan, part of a 50-year primate study. While staying at the remote Greystoke Mahale and intimate Mwiba Lodge, take in the unforgettable wildlife experiences and biodiversity, with activities such as bird-watching, kayaking and more.
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Trip Highlights
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Once-in-a-lifetime chimpanzee trekking in Mahale National Park At Greystoke Mahale’s magical and remote location on the banks of Lake Tanganyika, trek on foot through winding forest trails to observe the largest population of wild chimpanzees in the world—in the company of exceptional safari experts, including Melissa Biggs Bradley, author of Safari Style: Exceptional African Camps and Lodges, who has been on dozens of safaris.
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Experience safari and cultural immersion in the Serengeti Enjoy daily game drives and exploratory walks with expert guides and the Hadza people and the chance to see big cats, elephants, giraffes, zebras and more—all in Mwiba Lodge’s spectacular private concession.
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Relax at intimate, immersive safari lodges
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When you’re not discovering amazing wildlife, relax at Mwiba Lodge’s infinity pool and spa, canoe in glass-bottom canoes or swim in nearby waterfalls or from the dhow in Lake Tanganyika at Greystoke Mahale, and indulge in delicious meals under the stars.
Please note that elements of the itinerary may change.
INDAGARE IMPACT At Indagare, we believe that travel can and should have a positive impact on the destinations we visit. We are proud to operate as a 100 percent carbon-neutral company, and you can rest assured that the unavoidable emissions from your trip have been offset through trustworthy carbon projects. By offsetting all company operations, staff travel, and trips booked for both members and Journeys participants, our travelers know that they have done as much as possible to ensure they are not negatively impacting the environment. And through the Indagare Impact Fund, we donate an additional percentage of our annual revenue to carefully vetted non-profits committed to helping preserve culture, heritage and the environment.
This
Journey's
Host
Melissa Biggs Bradley
Indagare Founder & CEO
After a successful career as an editor at Town & Country, Melissa Biggs Bradley founded Indagare in 2007 because she believed that creating a platform for exchange between passionate travelers would allow for more transformative journeys and meaningful global connections. Since then, she has been recognized as a pioneering entrepreneur in the luxury travel space, as well as one of the foremost experts on travel to Africa. She has visited and scouted more than 100 countries over the course of her travels. Melissa is also the author of Safari Style: Exceptional African Camps and Lodges (Vendome). In fall of 2022, Melissa is a host of the weekly podcast Passport to Everywhere.
Journey Details
Trekking Tanzania with Melissa Biggs Bradley
What's Included
- All accommodations as detailed in the itinerary
- All meals and beverages, as detailed in the itinerary
- All guided touring, admission fees and activities, as detailed in the itinerary
- Scheduled group airport arrival and departure transfers with VIP assistance, as well as group transfers throughout to all included activities, in small luxury vehicles
- All gratuities
- Domestic flights, as indicated in the itinerary
- Expert guides and drivers, including your host, Melissa Biggs Bradley, and the 24/7 support of Indagare’s partners on the ground
- The services of Indagare’s expert travel team to plan all trip details, international flights and trip extensions (costs not included)
- 24/7 access to Global Rescue emergency medical, security and evacuation services for the duration of the trip
- Carbon Neutrality: Offsetting 100 percent of unavoidable emissions, including flights booked through Indagare, through certified carbon projects
What's Excluded
- International air transportation to/from Tanzania and any visa or border fees
- Airport transfers outside of scheduled group arrivals and departures
- Meals not specified and premium beverages other than those included in the meals
- Optional activities and personal items and expenses
- Trip insurance (highly recommended—please let us know if you would like quotes)
- Custom trip planning for add-on travel to destinations not included in the Journey is available; please inquire
- Liability for change in itinerary due to reasons beyond our control (such as flights, cancellations, natural phenomena)
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