Rubondo Island, nestled in Lake Victoria, stands as Tanzania’s largest island national park. Encompassing around 456 square kilometers, the park, established in 1977, offers a distinctive safari encounter with its diverse ecosystems, including lush forests, savannahs, and wetlands. Renowned for successful species reintroduction, visitors can encounter chimpanzees, elephants, giraffes, and black-and-white colobus monkeys in this unique haven for ecotourism and conservation efforts.

The island’s tranquility, surrounded by Lake Victoria’s waters, provides a serene backdrop for activities such as game drives, birdwatching with over 400 species, boat safaris, and fishing, making Rubondo Island National Park an off-the-beaten-path gem for those seeking a tranquil and distinctive wildlife experience in Tanzania.