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Western Tanzania by Light Aircraft: Tarangire, Katavi and Mahale
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Remote Wilderness And Primate Encounters Across Western Tanzania
This extraordinary fly-in safari explores some of Tanzania’s most remote and exclusive wilderness regions, linking iconic northern landscapes with the untouched ecosystems of the country’s west. Beginning in Tarangire National Park, travellers discover a world of giant baobabs, vast elephant herds and wildlife-rich river systems before leaving the traditional safari circuit behind. Light-aircraft flights reveal the immense scale of Tanzania as the journey continues into Katavi National Park, one of Africa’s last truly wild safari destinations, where enormous floodplains, abundant wildlife and remarkably few visitors create an exceptional sense of exploration.
The adventure concludes on the shores of Lake Tanganyika within Mahale Mountains National Park. Here, forest-covered peaks descend directly into crystal-clear waters, creating one of Africa’s most beautiful landscapes. Guided chimpanzee trekking experiences provide unforgettable encounters with one of humanity’s closest relatives, while lakeside relaxation and exceptional isolation complete a journey designed for travellers seeking Africa at its most exclusive and authentic.
The adventure concludes on the shores of Lake Tanganyika within Mahale Mountains National Park. Here, forest-covered peaks descend directly into crystal-clear waters, creating one of Africa’s most beautiful landscapes. Guided chimpanzee trekking experiences provide unforgettable encounters with one of humanity’s closest relatives, while lakeside relaxation and exceptional isolation complete a journey designed for travellers seeking Africa at its most exclusive and authentic.
Tarangire’s elephant wilderness
Explore one of Tanzania’s most wildlife-rich ecosystems
Katavi’s remote floodplains
Experience one of Africa’s least-visited safari destinations
Scenic light-aircraft journeys
Admire Tanzania’s extraordinary landscapes from above
Chimpanzee trekking in Mahale
Encounter wild chimpanzees within pristine rainforest
Lake Tanganyika relaxation
Unwind beside one of Africa’s most spectacular lakes
ALONG THE WAY
Places You’ll Discover on This Journey
Ruaha National Park
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Arusha
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Ruaha National Park
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Tarangire National Park
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Ruaha National Park
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Arusha
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Ruaha National Park
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Journey To Tanzania’s Last Great Wildernesses
Fly beyond the classic safari circuit to discover remote floodplains, forested mountains and some of Africa’s most exclusive wildlife experiences.
Our specialists will design a seamless adventure combining exceptional lodges, private air transfers and remarkable encounters in Tanzania’s most untouched regions.
Our specialists will design a seamless adventure combining exceptional lodges, private air transfers and remarkable encounters in Tanzania’s most untouched regions.






