Where the jungle meets the beach.
“There are no roads to Greystoke Mahale. Accessible only by a wooden dhow across the crystal-clear waters of Lake Tanganyika, this iconic camp sits on a white sand beach backed by the soaring, jungle-draped Mahale Mountains. It is the ultimate physical and mental reset, offering the most profound primate encounter on earth.”
Six open-fronted, thatch-and-wood bandas sit tucked into the forest edge, looking out over the immense lake. Here, luxury is defined by unparalleled access to the wild, specifically the habituated M-group chimpanzees that roam the mountains immediately behind camp.
It is a place of absolute disconnection, where the only schedule is dictated by the chimps. Between treks, guests swim in the lake, fish from wooden dhows, and dine with their toes in the sand.
Location
Mahale Mountains National Park
6 Open-Fronted Bandas
Remote, Barefoot, Iconic
Culinary Curation
Fresh, vibrant camp dining. Dietary Accommodations: Flawlessly accommodates Vegetarian, Vegan, Pescatarian, and Gluten-Free diets, despite the extreme logistical remoteness.
Digital Detox
No Wi-Fi. True, uncompromising disconnection.
Family Suite
Children aged 12+ allowed for chimp trekking.
Pace
Rigorous hikes, followed by profound relaxation.
How you will spend your days at the edge of the lake.
Hike deep into the Mahale Mountains to spend a humbling, transformative hour sitting with wild, habituated chimpanzees.
Cool off after a humid jungle trek by diving into the crystal-clear, predator-free waters of Lake Tanganyika.
Board the camp’s wooden dhow to watch the sunset over the mountains of the Congo across the vast inland sea.
Allow our team to perfectly time Greystoke Mahale into your bespoke slow safari itinerary.
