Park type
National Park
Region
Kigoma
Size
1,613 km²
Elevation
772-2,462 meters (Mount Nkungwe)
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Why visit Mahale Mountains
A remote paradise on Lake Tanganyika, home to wild chimpanzees, accessible only by boat.
Ecosystem & vegetation
Montane forest, lowland rainforest, miombo woodland, grassland, bamboo forests, Lake Tanganyika shoreline. Montane evergreen forest, lowland rainforest, miombo woodland, bamboo at higher elevations.
Best time to visit
May to October (dry season)
Getting there & practical
Access
Accessible only by boat or flight. 2-3 hour boat from Kigoma. No roads.
Opening hours
6:00 AM - 6:00 PM daily