4 Day - Rubondo Island Tanzania Safari

Rubondo Island Safari Extension

Rubondo Island, located in the remote southwest corner of Lake Victoria, is one of Tanzania’s most extraordinary and untouched wildlife destinations. Ideal as an add-on to any Serengeti safari, this forest-covered island offers rare wildlife encounters and a tranquil, off-the-beaten-path experience.

Approximately 80% of the island is dense tropical forest, creating rich habitats for indigenous species such as sitatunga, hippos, bushbuck, bush pigs, crocodiles, velvet monkeys, and genet cats. Rubondo also hosts thriving introduced populations of chimpanzees, elephants, giraffes, black-and-white colobus monkeys, suni, and African grey parrots.

Guests can enjoy boat safaris on Lake Victoria, guided forest walks, short game drives, and the unique chimpanzee habituation experience—a rare opportunity to observe chimps in the wild. Rubondo Island offers a remarkable blend of aquatic wildlife, pristine forest, and true wilderness adventure.

Key Highlights

• Optional extension to any Serengeti safari

• 80% forested island supporting diverse wildlife

• Indigenous species: sitatunga, hippos, bushbuck, bush pigs, crocodiles, velvet monkeys, genet cats

• Introduced and thriving populations of chimpanzees, elephants, giraffes, colobus monkeys, suni, African grey parrots

• Chimpanzee habituation experience (rare and exclusive)

• Boat safaris on Lake Victoria for aquatic wildlife viewing

• Guided forest walks and short game drives

• Remote, peaceful, and ideal for nature enthusiasts and photographers