Gombe National Park is a protected area located in western Tanzania, in the Kigoma Region. The park is famous for its chimpanzee population and is one of the few places in Africa where visitors can observe these primates in the wild.
The park covers an area of about 52 square kilometers and is situated on the eastern shore of Lake Tanganyika, which is also the world's second-deepest lake. The terrain of the park is characterized by steep valleys and forested hills, providing an ideal habitat for chimpanzees and other primates.
Visitors to Gombe National Park can participate in chimpanzee tracking expeditions, where trained guides lead small groups of visitors to observe chimpanzees in their natural habitat. In addition to chimpanzees, the park is home to other primates, such as red-tailed monkeys and vervet monkeys, as well as a variety of bird species.
The best time to visit Gombe National Park is during the dry season, from June to October, when the weather is mild and chimpanzee sightings are most likely. However, visitors should be prepared for steep and sometimes challenging terrain, as well as the possibility of encountering other wildlife, such as snakes and baboons.