Rubondo is a lushly forested island national park in the southwestern corner of Lake Victoria — a true off-grid sanctuary. Chimpanzees introduced decades ago are now being habituated for tracking, sharing the island with elephant, giraffe, sitatunga and prolific birdlife, while the lake offers world-class Nile perch fishing. With a single exclusive lodge and almost no other visitors, it’s one of Africa’s most secluded and original safari experiences.
Ratings
Wildlife Density: ★★★☆☆ Infrastructure: ★★☆☆☆ Photography: ★★★★☆
Adventure: ★★★★☆ Exclusivity: ★★★★★ Value for Money: ★★★☆☆ Scenery: ★★★★★
Location: Lake Victoria, northwestern Tanzania; access by air via Mwanza
Key wildlife: Chimpanzee, elephant, giraffe, sitatunga, otter, birds; Nile perch
Best for: Seclusion, chimp tracking, fishing, honeymoons
Best time: June–October (drier); chimp habituation ongoing
More about this park will be added here over time.
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