Mahale National Park is angelically placed in the western part of Tanzania, along the southern circuit of protected conservation areas, the park gets its name from the Mahale mountain range along which it is found, it was gazette as a national park in 1985 as a way of protecting primates living in the forested area, the angelic park straddles along crystal clear waters of Lake Tanganyika, it is one of the few places of the world to see chimpanzee and Lions living together in harmony. Travelers to the destination might be wondering where to stay while at the national park, there is a range of accommodation facilities in and around the park ranging from the best budget to Luxury example facilities below.
MbaliMahale Lodge is a luxury facility in the conservation area built strategically to fit the environment within which it is placed, it features 10 spacious, intimate luxury rooms built with comfort, each of the tents is fitted with a private bathroom, and an ensuite bathroom, the main lodge area, and dining area are super relaxed spaces raised on platforms overlooking the beaches of Lake Tanganyika, both guest rooms and main lodge area is built near the beach. Lodge amenities include complimentary WiFi, Laundry services, a Library, a well-stocked bar, and a restaurant serving dishes ranging from local food cuisines to international meals. From the lodge,one can participate in activities like Kayaking on Lake Tanganyika, boat cruise experiences, bird watching, and chimpanzee tracking.
Greystoke Mahale Lodge is a wonderful facility in the Mahale Mountains National Park offering thrilling experiences to both travellers and the community within which it is builtfrom material obtained from reclaimed dhows from the Lakeshore, there are 6 beautiful Banda each of which is built with an ensuite bathroom. The lodge restaurant serves mouth-watering meals to guests and great hospitality from staff members who go the extra mile to ensure guest satisfaction. It is a dream destination for almost every traveller to Mahale Mountains National Park.
Accommodation at Mahale National Park is limited, however, guests can have a chance to stay in the nearby locations in Kigoma town, those that are present offer intimate stays to travellers, they are a perfect location to begin tourism activities, for example,Chimpanzee tracking, a main event of the national park it takes place from the park headquarters with a briefing from the park rangers about how to conduct yourself while with the primates. Birding in Mahale National Park,cultural encounters, and hiking mountain Mahale to mention a few.
Mahale National Park can be visited any time of the year but best during the dry season between the months of December -February and June -September, it is also regarded as a high tourism season, despite the park receiving low visitor numbers, the best time to see chimpanzee and other wildlife species of the national park is during this time.
In conclusion, there are places to stay for guests coming to the national park, it is the only place in East Africa where chimpanzees co-exist with lions amicably.