Mahale National Park
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Mahale National Park
Overview
On the shores of Lake Tanganyika, animal life here is a hedonistic wilderness cocktail. In the forest sanctuary, as well as a completely wild living, but habituated group of chimpanzees, live with in with other species of primate, leopards and a host of shy forest creatures. As the oldest and deepest lakes in the world lies a pristine and remote national park, the Mahale National Park. Formerly created to protect the thousands of chimpanzees that are residents in the region, Mahale Mountains National Park is renowned for its fantastic sunset over Lake Tanganyika, which makes it an essential stop for most photographers and safari enthusiasts.
The park’s spectacular array of habitats includes the alpine bamboo and woodlands; where over 50 of animals have been recorded, predominant among these being representatives from various monkey and ape families within and around the park. Keen fisherman will charm in tranquil days spent directing their rods in these untouched waters. Whilst embark on an exclusive dhow sundowner cruise, lazily following the shores and pausing to fish along the way.
Why specially visit Mt Mahale National Park. Guests can grab kayaks’ and explore the waters at their leisure in crystal clear mountain pool, fed by a beautiful waterfall.