Rubondo Island Camp
Rubondo Island Camp offers an exclusive adventure on a secluded island in Lake Victoria, where guests can encounter wild chimpanzees far from the crowds in Uganda.
Life in Camp
Located on Rubondo Island in Lake Victoria, this island camp provides a unique safari experience in one of Africa’s most untouched wilderness areas. The camp features eight waterfront cottages constructed with local materials, each offering en suite bathrooms and views of the lake. Surrounded by lush equatorial forests, guests can engage in activities such as chimpanzee trekking, bird watching or catch-and-release fishing for Nile perch. The island is home to a variety of wildlife, including elephants, giraffes, and the rare sitatunga antelope. With its remote location and intimate setting, Rubondo Island Camp provides an unparalleled opportunity to connect with nature in its purest form.
Timing Your Trip
Rubondo is only open between June and March. April and May are the peak months of the long rains and island access is simply too difficult. Trekking will be at its most comfortable in July and August, the peak of the dry season or January and February.
Jan
Excellent
Feb
Excellent
Mar
Mixed
Apr
Mixed
May
Mixed
Jun
Good
Jul
Excellent
Aug
Excellent
Sep
Excellent
Oct
Good
Nov
Mixed
Dec
Excellent
Famous For
Rubondo Island Camp is renowned for its chimpanzee habituation experience, allowing guests to observe these primates in their natural habitat. The island’s rich biodiversity, including over 300 bird species and unique wildlife like the sitatunga make it a must for people who feel they’ve seen it all and the camp’s commitment to conservation and eco-friendly practices only enhances its reputation as a sustainable safari destination.
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Will's Ideal Pairing
"Those wanting to continue their great ape experience can make it up to Rwanda here with some well timed logistics. Or those looking to stay off the beaten track and away from the crowds ought to consider Tarangire or Ruaha."
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