Learn about Chimps on a Tanzania Safari
Why Choose a Tanzania Safari?
One of the best safaris you can take in Africa is a Tanzania safari; where majestic mountains, never ending savannah plains and beautiful volcanic craters form the landscape. Of course, the wildlife here is just as magnificent. Not only will you get to see the ‘big five', you'll get to witness the largest animal migration on earth, the wildebeest migration, and you'll also get the chance to see chimpanzees! You can choose to take a Tanzania safari in the Serengeti, in the Ngorongoro Crater, Mount Kilimanjaro National Park, Lake Manyara, and the Mahale Mountains National Park. The latter is the home of around 17,000 chimpanzees, so if you want to witness something truly unique on your holiday, this is a must see! You can also combine a safari holiday to the spice island of Zanzibar for the ultimate in relaxation.
Learn About the Chimp
Chimps are without a doubt one of the much-loved creatures of the safari world. As our closest living relative, many of us find them fascinating to watch! Below are some facts that you may or may not already know about chimps:
Meet the Chimps in the Mahale Mountains
If you want to see chimps up close and in their natural habitat, a Tanzania safari in the Mahale Mountains National Park allows you and your loved ones to do exactly that! Made up of dramatic mountains and lush forests, not to forget pristine sandy beaches, this park is located on the shores of Lake Tanganyika and has the largest population of chimps in the world! It is here that you can track groups of chimps in the mountains' rainforests, an amazing experience! You will walk through the dense vegetation with an expert guide, taking in sights of prolific birdlife as you go. When you reach the chimps, you will get time to observe their behaviour and watch them with their families, going about their daily lives. This is a surreal trip and will definitely be one of the highlights to your time in Tanzania.
One of the best safaris you can take in Africa is a Tanzania safari; where majestic mountains, never ending savannah plains and beautiful volcanic craters form the landscape. Of course, the wildlife here is just as magnificent. Not only will you get to see the ‘big five', you'll get to witness the largest animal migration on earth, the wildebeest migration, and you'll also get the chance to see chimpanzees! You can choose to take a Tanzania safari in the Serengeti, in the Ngorongoro Crater, Mount Kilimanjaro National Park, Lake Manyara, and the Mahale Mountains National Park. The latter is the home of around 17,000 chimpanzees, so if you want to witness something truly unique on your holiday, this is a must see! You can also combine a safari holiday to the spice island of Zanzibar for the ultimate in relaxation.
Learn About the Chimp
Chimps are without a doubt one of the much-loved creatures of the safari world. As our closest living relative, many of us find them fascinating to watch! Below are some facts that you may or may not already know about chimps:
- Chimps can stand upright and walk like humans, although mkost of the time, they walk on all fours.
- They live in groups of up to 80 members.
- They use grass stems, twigs and stones to help them find food, and they also make their own sponges to absorb water!
- They show plenty of affection, similar to humans. Chimps hold hands, groom one another and often, kiss! The mothers are also very affectionate with their young.
Meet the Chimps in the Mahale Mountains
If you want to see chimps up close and in their natural habitat, a Tanzania safari in the Mahale Mountains National Park allows you and your loved ones to do exactly that! Made up of dramatic mountains and lush forests, not to forget pristine sandy beaches, this park is located on the shores of Lake Tanganyika and has the largest population of chimps in the world! It is here that you can track groups of chimps in the mountains' rainforests, an amazing experience! You will walk through the dense vegetation with an expert guide, taking in sights of prolific birdlife as you go. When you reach the chimps, you will get time to observe their behaviour and watch them with their families, going about their daily lives. This is a surreal trip and will definitely be one of the highlights to your time in Tanzania.
