4-Day Safari at Rubondo Island National Park
Highlights
Mwanza, Rubondo Island National Park
nature, sightseeing, Wildlife
Group Tour
4 Days
Easy
Description
Embark on a 4-day adventure to the serene Rubondo Island National Park, nestled in the heart of Lake Victoria. Begin your journey with a tranquil stay at Rubondo Island Camp, offering waterfront chalets, breathtaking sunsets, and moonlit dinners. Experience the thrill of chimpanzee tracking, boat safaris to spot exotic wildlife, and immerse yourself in the culture of Kasenda village. Conclude with a relaxing day in Mwanza, savoring the charm of Tanzania.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Mwanza to Rubondo Island National Park
- Rubondo Island camp creates an atmosphere of serene tranquillity.
- Set on an island in the middle of the world’s second-largest freshwater lake, its manicured velvet lawns stretch to the water’s edge, and its exotic trees are a haven for birds— 369 species of them, including African Fish Eagle! With renowned hospitality, delightful hosts and indulgent accommodations, Rubondo is divine.
- Romance resides in breathtaking sunsets over the lake, moonlit dinners on the jetty and can-delight champagne along the shore of Lake Victoria. Get settled in your waterfront chalet; beds beautifully draped in sheer white netting offer splendid views from verandas facing the sweep of the lawn to the lake beyond.
Overnight stay at Rubondo Island Camp
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Day 2: Chimpanzee Tracking at Rubondo Island
- A boat trip to Bird Island reveals thousands of roosting water birds, giant monitor lizards, spotted-necked otters on the rocks, you can easily spot Rubondo’s giant crocodiles, monitor lizards, and hippos.
- Take a guided walk to the lakeside village of Kasenda, and get to know the friendly people of Kasenda village and their way of life. Back at the camp, keep your eyes watching for sitatunga, otters, bushbuck, vervet monkeys.
- Rare sightings are black and white colobus monkey, genet, marsh mongoose, and elephants.
- Our friendly guide is always happy to share stories with you about the behind the scene perspectives of this beautiful island and much much more!
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Day 3: Boat Safari at Rubondo Island
- Today is your last day at Rubondo Island National Park. As a last highlight of your stay we will go on a boat safari to see the smaller surrounding islands and to observe the animals from another perspective.
- Along the shores of Lake Victoria you will see a colorful variety of birdlife but also bigger animals can be spotted.
- This is a full day boat trip that will end around 4pm. You will be back at your accommodation around 5pm to relax and to enjoy the sunset.
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Day 4: Departure Day
- The day is left free to wind down after your safari and before your flight back home.
- Depending on flight times you could explore Mwanza town, have a good cup of coffee or buy some souvenirs before heading to the airport.
*Safari, Zanzibar and other add-ons are available if you wish to continue exploring Tanzania
Meals: Breakfast Included
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
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| 1 to 1 | /person |
| 2 to 4 | /person |
| 5 to 9 | /person |
| 10 to 50 | /person |
| Child | |
| 1 to 1 | /person |
| 2 to 4 | /person |
| 5 to 9 | /person |
| 10 to 50 | /person |
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This is a group tour |
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