Destination guide
Kigoma
Lake Tanganyika's port of chimps and explorers
Things to do
Activities in Kigoma
Gombe chimpanzee tracking
Trek the forested slopes of Gombe National Park to observe the habituated chimpanzee community made famous by Jane Goodall.
National Park
Mahale Mountains safari
Fly or sail to the remote Mahale Mountains for world-class chimp tracking against a backdrop of jungle and lakeshore beach.
Museum
Ujiji historical tour
Visit the Livingstone-Stanley memorial and museum at Ujiji, marking the legendary 1871 meeting and the old caravan-town heritage.
Hotel
Lake Tanganyika boat trip
Cruise, kayak or hire a traditional dhow for swimming, snorkelling among colourful cichlids and sundowners on the clear water.
Transportation Service
MV Liemba lake voyage
Travel a leg of the historic ferry's route down Lake Tanganyika, a slow and atmospheric journey along the shore.
Sports Activity Location
Snorkelling & fishing
Explore the lake's astonishing endemic cichlid fish by snorkel, or try line fishing with local boatmen.
Market
Kigoma town & market walk
Wander the palm-shaded streets, German-era buildings, port and lively market of this relaxed lakeside town.