Rubondo Island National Park

Rubondo Island national park is a pristine jungle island located in the south west region of Lake Victoria in jurisdiction of Geita district in the Geita region covered by virgin equatorial rainforest with tall trees stunning rocky land and green plants, experience this largest unique Island national park in Africa covering an area of about 456.8km² by tailoring a spectacular safari itinerary that suits your preferences with Ifude Tours and Safaris Tanzania. Rubondo island national park is a home to rare species of Chimpanzees, more than 300 bird species, you will be able to encounter and spot some indigenous wild animals such as hippos, crocodiles, velvet monkeys, genets, dik-diks, mongooses that share their habitats with the stunning chimpanzees, witness other primates such as black and white colobus monkeys as well as some big animals including elephants, antelopes and giraffes that have subsequently settled here due to the remoteness of the Rubondo Island national park allowing them to develop freely here. The present of about 40 orchid species has attracted beautiful array of stunning butterflies in the Rubondo Island national park. This park is accessed by air as it has its own airstrip within the park or it can also be accessed by boat. Travelers at Rubondo Island national park can embark on a guided walking and hiking safari, Canoeing safari, and engage on a number of water sports. Presence of some nice accommodation on the Rubondo Island national park gives you an opportunity to relax on well-designed view decks where you can relax while viewing some of spectacular and breathtaking moments in the island. Our team of dedicated experts will always be happy to assist you on the entire process of planning your unique and unforgettable Tanzania safari with accuracy and expertise knowledge of the destination.  

THINGS TO DO RUBONDO ISLAND
NATIONAL PARK

Rubondo Island National Park has diverse of exhilarating and captivating things that makes it a destination that you should consider adding to your Tanzania trip. Rubondo island national park is open and accessible through out a year, Mid-November to Mid-May is the wet and green season making the park to have its own charm as it vegetation transforms into lush green making this island park a paradise on earth. Rubondo island national park is at it is at its best time to visit during the dry season between June to early November when the weather is pleasant and wildlife can easily be viewed congregating near the water sources. It offers a unique combination of chimpanzee encounters, abundant wildlife sightings, and a number of adventures that can make your visit to Rubondo island national park unforgettable. Either you are enthusiast in exploring some dense tropical forests, witnessing incredible bird species, or immersing yourself in the beautiful activities in Lake Victoria then you will be at the right place when you choose to visit Rubondo Island National Park.

Game drive in the Rubondo island national park offers a superb opportunity to comfortably explore and discover the diverse park wildlife such as elephants, giraffes, hippos, crocodiles, antelopes and more than 300 bird species plus beautiful butterflies on a guided safari with an expert and friendly driver guide, you will explore the park mesmerizing wildlife on an open top game vehicle allowing you feel and breeze the cool wind in the island while venturing into the untamed wilderness of this spectacular park. Game drive in the Rubondo Island national park offers a thrilling adventure allowing you to experience and navigate the rugged landscapes of the park.

Walking and hiking Safari in the Rubondo Island national park gives you an opportunity to explore the pristine forest of this park on foot with our knowledgeable guide giving you chance to discover the fascinating park ecosystems offering a once in a life time experiences. Discover some hidden gem in the Rubondo island national park including some beautiful waterfalls, encounter some unique species of plants, and ancient trees on a guided waking safari in the island. This walking safari allows you to enjoy the captivating journey into the heart of the island with an experienced guide allowing yourself to immerse in the tranquility and the raw beauty of the stunning forests of the park. Discover Chimpanzee habitats, and other beautiful wildlife. Walking safari in the Rubondo island national park is truly a once in a life time experience allowing you to follow your expert guide through the lush green forest of an island while learning about research and tracking the chimps and other primates. 

Rubondo island national park offers an excellent destination and diverse opportunities for conducting different water sports and fishing since it is surrounded by clear water of the Lake Victoria. Travelers at Rubondo Island can choose to embark on a Lake Victoria canoeing safari, boat safari exploring the lake shore while observing abundant aquatic life. Here you can enjoy some important catch of enormous Nile perch and Tilapia while on a boat safari giving you exhilarating exploration of the unique and diverse landscapes and an encounter of the rich wildlife of the Rubondo island national park. As you explore the park on a boat on scenic clear water of the Lake Victoria you are likely to encounter some hippos, elephants, crocodiles, otters, monitor lizards and abundant bird species including water birds such as King Fishers, fish eagles can also be spotted in this pristine island. This experience is really rewarding and gives you an opportunity to explore the Rubondo island national park on a unique and different perspective.

Rubondo Island Chimpanzee

 

 

When to visit

The best time to visit Rubondo Island National Park in Tanzania is during the dry season, which runs from June to October. During this period, the weather is more favorable with less rainfall, making it easier to explore the park and enjoy activities like wildlife viewing, birdwatching, and boat safaris. Wildlife tends to be more concentrated around water sources, increasing the chances of spotting animals. The wet season, from November to May, brings lush greenery and is ideal for birdwatching as migratory birds arrive. However, some roads and trails may become difficult to navigate due to rain.

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