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Kigoma Eco-Cultural Tourism

Experience immersive wildlife encounters, cultural traditions, and community empowerment through unique activities in a sustainable tourism setting.

OUR EXPERIENCES
At Kigoma Eco-Cultural Tourism Enterprise, we offer immersive travel experiences including chimpanzee trekking, Game drive in Katavi national park and Rubondo island, local food cooking expereince, traditional dance, palm tree tours, quilt embroidery, and historical site visits. Travelers engage directly with local communities, learning cultural traditions while supporting women and youth led initiatives. We also offer meaningful volunteering opportunities in education, environmental conservation, and women empowerment projects.

ABOUT US
Kigoma Eco-Cultural Tourism Enterprise is a community based social enterprise that offers authentic and sustainable travel experiences in Tanzania. Our mission is to provide eco-cultural tourism that empowers local communities, especially women and youth, while preserving cultural heritage and protecting the environment. Through guided tours, cultural activities, and community projects, we create meaningful connections between travelers and local people ensuring tourism benefits everyone involved.

OUR IMPACT
Kigoma Eco-Cultural Tourism Enterprise creates positive impact across multiple areas by integrating community empowerment, environmental protection, and cultural preservation into our core activities.

Governance/Business Model: We operate as a community based social enterprise, reinvesting a portion of our income into local development projects. Women and youth are directly involved in decision making and benefit from tourism revenues through employment and entrepreneurship opportunities.

Social/Cultural & Community: We support over 150 local women through sewing and craft production, helping them generate stable incomes. Our cultural tours, traditional dances, and food experiences preserve and promote indigenous knowledge while building community pride.

Environmental: We promote low impact tourism and engage in environmental education, including tree planting, waste reduction, and conservation awareness around natural sites like Gombe and Mahale National Parks.

Education/Awareness Building: We offer English and computer classes for youth and school students, aiming to build future leaders. Visitors also learn about local culture, history, and conservation, creating mutual understanding and global awareness. Our demonstrated impact includes increased household income for women, stronger community participation in conservation, and improved access to education for young people all rooted in tourism as a tool for transformation.

DETAILS
To learn more, contact: kigomaculturaltourism60@gmail.com

What are your minimum and maximum group sizes?
2-50

Do you require visitors to pre-book?
Yes

Do you have group rates?
Yes

Do you pay commissions to travel advisors?
No

What languages do you offer your services in?
English

When are you open?
Kigoma Eco-Cultural Tourism Enterprise operates year round, from Monday to Friday and on Saturday and Sunday when we have a booking between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM to accommodate visitors and community activities. While we welcome travelers throughout the year, the peak tourism season runs from June to October during the dry months, when wildlife viewing and trekking are optimal. We experience a slight slowdown during the rainy seasons (December to April), but still offer all the chimpanzees trekking and game drive to interested visitors and also cultural experiences. Our main office is located in Tanzania at Kigoma town.

What accommodations do you make for people living with disabilities?
At Kigoma Eco-Cultural Tourism Enterprise, we are committed to inclusivity and making our experiences accessible to people living with disabilities. We offer the following accommodations:
Customized experiences based on individual needs, including shorter walking distances and adjusted activities.
Trained staff and guides who provide personal assistance with mobility and communication support where needed
Inclusive cultural activities that do not require physical exertion, such as cooking classes, storytelling, and craft workshops. We are continually improving accessibility based on visitor feedback and available resources.