Greystoke Camp
My Safari
The Mahale Mountains rise up behind Greystoke Camp to 8000ft. They are home to the world’s largest known population of chimpanzees. The nearest road to the camp is 100km away and there is just a minor track leading to the camp, which lies on Kangwena beach on the eastern shore of Lake Tanganyika below a tropical forest. Also to be found in this remote corner of Tanzania are 8 other species of primate, shy forest animals such as bushbuck, birds, butterflies, giant vines and waterfalls.
There are 6 double wooden bandas looking out across the beach and lake. The interiors are made from old seasoned dhow timbers. They are open fronted to make the most of the views. Each has a dressing area behind and ‘chill out’ deck upstairs. Behind each banda and accessed by a short boardwalk is the bathroom consisting of a flush loo, washbasin and powerful shower with hot and cold water on demand.
The 2 storey dining/lounge area stands on the beach with spectacular views in all directions.
Accommodation:
Six open-fronted wooden bandas, with open forest bathrooms (or you can just bathe in the lake).
Child Policy:
No children under 8 years old. Minimum age 12 for chimpanzee trekking. Reduced rates for children (under 21) sharing.
Availability:
Generally closed for 4-8 weeks around April/May.
Additional Costs:
Park Fees, $80 per day, plus a possible future chimp viewing permit, which may be around $150 per day.
Technology:
Despite its remote location, the camp has hot and cold running water and flush toilets.
Other:
Take a gentle forest hike or go fishing or kayaking along the lake shore.
The main attraction of this camp is the close proximity of the chimpanzees and you can venture out daily to see a group of 60 chimpanzees within hiking distance of the camp. Certain restrictions apply, such as a limitation on group size, to six persons, together with the requirement to wear face masks in proximity to the chimps (for their protection - not yours!)
