Beneath the Mahale mountains in the west of Tanzania sit the shores of Lake Tanganyika, where the crystal clear water is perfect for snorkelling, and chimpanzees live on the steep forested mountain sides. One group of 60 chimps lives within hiking distance of the camp we recommend, and has become habituated to human presence by over two decades of contact with researchers. It is possible to venture out into the forest to observe these endangered animals, our closest relatives, as they groom, wrestle and forage. Elsewhere, your Western Tanzania holidays could take in the wide plains of Katavi National Park,
home to the largest herds of buffaloes on the continent. Katavi is one of Africa's best wildlife hotspots and something of a secret destination for a Tanzania safari, but one that we know well. Filling the floor of the Rukwa Valley - a minor fault of the Western Rift Valley - the park spans over a million acres of blue escarpments from which primeval rivers run down through tamarind, fig and albida forests to feed huge golden floodplains. The quantity of buffaloes supports plenty of carnivores, while hippos and crocodiles team in the waterways.
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We had the most amazing time in Tanzania, it really was so special, thank you so much for organising such an amazing trip. Jabali ridge was incredibly special. They went above and beyond to look after us and it definitely will remain one of my favourite places I’ve been. I really can’t say better things about the hotel and the staff. The chef was truly incredible and so considerate about all of our requests. Zanzibar was also beautiful, and the staff again were just impeccable. Hotel was stunning and it was all round an amazing week. Thank you so much for organising our sunset dhow, it was such a treat and was a highlight of the trip. Really appreciate all your help and thanks again for the best holiday.
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