Rubondo Island National Park with the area covers 457 sq km (176 sq miles), might just be the most unique destination in Africa for those seeking exceptional adventure experiences in the wilderness. As the matter of fact that, it is a largest island national park in the whole of Africa, found in Lake Victoria (the second largest lake in Africa). About 80% of the island is covered in thick dense tropical forest, and it’s become a haven for a variety of wildlife. It is an important breeding ground for both migratory birds and fish species (especially Tilapia and Nile perch) as for a long time it stood to be the only area in the waters of Lake Victoria which was well protected and preserved.
Animals
Animal species including aquatic Sitatunga, Elephants, Mash mongoose, Genet, Giraffes, Hippos, Bushbucks, Pythons, Crocodiles, Chimpanzees (not fully habituated), Bush pigs and Suni. The Lake Victoria forms a spectacular sight for visitors with the deepest point in the lake (Irumo).
Birds
With bird species numbering over 200, you can refers to it as “Birds Islands”, breeding sit for water birds where by a variety of water birds , Eurasian migrants and introduced African such as grey parrots with high density of African fish eagles distinctly seen.
Plants
Magnificent view of one of the last remaining representatives of evergreen dense primary lowland Congolese forest with a unique habitat mosaic in the midst of high biodiversity value.
Other features
Beautiful and attracting beaches;
Clear sighting of both sun rise and sun set.
Cultural attraction
Cultural sites such as “Ntungamirwe”, “Maji Matakatifu”, “Altare” and “Solo” which explain the life of natives who once stayed in the park.
The period of long rains and sometime the short rains can be a bit dismal, where as the months from mid-May to may-October are usually relatively dry and comfortable.
Game Drives, Bird Watching and Walking Safaris for more experience.