3 Day Luxury Flying Tour to Rubondo Island
Overview
3 Day Luxury Flying Tour to Rubondo Island
Fly to the largest island national park in Africa, located in the northwestern part of Tanzania in southwestern Lake Victoria, for a tropical island wildlife experience. Rubondo Island National Park is home to diverse wildlife, including elephants, giraffes, chimpanzees, and over 300 bird species. The park offers an exclusive, remote safari experience, with opportunities for game drives, forest walks, chimpanzee tracking, and boat safaris on Lake Victoria. The best time to visit is during the dry season from June to September, when animal sightings are easier, trails are drier, and mosquitoes are fewer. This tour provides a luxury, off the beaten path experience, combining comfort, adventure, and immersive wildlife encounters in one of Tanzania’s most unique destinations.
Included / Excluded
At Akika Adventure & Tours, we provide clear and transparent safari packages. The following details outline what is included in your 3-day Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara safari, as well as any exclusions, to help you plan your trip with confidence.
- All meals during the safari (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner)
- Professional, English-speaking tour guide
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof for game viewing
- Park entry fees and government taxes
- Bottled drinking water throughout the safari
- Accommodation as per itinerary
- International and domestic flights
- Visa fees and travel insurance
- Personal expenses (laundry, telephone, souvenirs, etc.)
- Alcoholic and soft drinks (unless specified)
- Tips and gratuities for guide and staff
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
Top Highlights
Discover the very best of Tanzania’s wildlife and landscapes on this carefully curated safari experience with Akika Adventure & Tours. This journey is designed to provide exceptional game viewing, scenic exploration, and comfortable travel through some of the country’s most iconic destinations, including Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara. Enjoy guided game drives in a private 4x4 safari vehicle, offering flexibility and optimal wildlife viewing opportunities. Witness diverse ecosystems, abundant wildlife, and remarkable natural beauty while traveling with experienced professional guides who enhance your safari with expert knowledge and insight.
- Guided game drives in Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara
- Opportunity to see the Big Five and diverse wildlife species
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop up roof for optimal viewing
- Scenic landscapes, including crater views and lake ecosystems
Gallery
Explore captivating moments from our safari experiences, showcasing Tanzania’s breathtaking landscapes, rich wildlife, and unforgettable encounters. The gallery highlights real safari scenes from Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara, giving you a glimpse of the natural beauty and adventure that awaits with Akika Adventure & Tours.
Itinerary
Experience an unforgettable 3 day luxury flying safari to Rubondo Island National Park, one of Tanzania’s most unique and remote wildlife destinations, located in the southwestern part of Lake Victoria. This carefully crafted itinerary is ideal for travelers seeking an exclusive, immersive, and off the beaten path wildlife experience over multiple days. Your adventure begins with a scenic flight from Dar es Salaam, Arusha, or Serengeti to Mwanza Airport, followed by a short connecting flight to Rubondo Island. Upon arrival, you will be welcomed by your lodge staff and safari guide, settle into your accommodation, and take in your first views of the island’s lush forest and lakeshore landscapes. Over the three days, you will explore the island’s diverse habitats, including tropical forests, open woodlands, and the shores of Lake Victoria. Enjoy guided forest walks, wildlife tracking, and boat safaris, with opportunities to spot chimpanzees, elephants, giraffes, sitatunga antelopes, hippos, crocodiles, and over 300 bird species. In addition to wildlife experiences, you will enjoy scenic boat rides on Lake Victoria, relaxing moments at the lodge, and breathtaking sunsets over the lake. Each activity is guided by professional and experienced staff, ensuring a safe, educational, and deeply memorable safari experience. This 3 day flying safari offers a perfect combination of luxury, adventure, and immersive wildlife encounters in one of Tanzania’s most extraordinary island national parks.
Day 1: Flight to Rubondo Island National Park
Fly from Dar es Salaam, Arusha, or Serengeti to Mwanza Airport. From Mwanza, take a 30‑minute flight to Rubondo airstrip (on Rubondo Island National Park). On arrival, you’ll be welcomed by your safari guide and transferred (about 20 minutes) to your lodge on the forested island. Settle in and enjoy the cool breeze from Lake Victoria, relax, and take in your first views of the island wildlife.
Day 2: Explore Rubondo Island National Park
Spend the day exploring different areas of Rubondo Island National Park. Look out for native wildlife including vervet monkeys, hippos, bush bucks, marsh mongooses, sitatunga antelopes, genet cats, crocodiles, and otters. You may also see introduced species such as chimpanzees, black and white colobus monkeys, African elephants, giraffes, and grey parrots. Today includes game drives through the forests and open woodlands, followed by an afternoon boat safari on Lake Victoria—a rewarding way to see wildlife and waterbirds.
Day 3: End of Safari
After breakfast, your 3‑day luxury flying tour to Rubondo Island comes to an end. You will be transferred to Rubondo Airstrip for your flight back to your next destination — whether that’s Mwanza, Serengeti, Arusha, or Dar es Salaam.
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Rubondo Island National Park is one of Tanzania’s most unique and remote wildlife destinations, known for its diverse ecosystems and island wildlife experiences. Located in the southwestern part of Lake Victoria, Rubondo Island offers an exclusive safari experience that combines forest, savannah, and lakeshore habitats. The park is characterized by dense tropical forests, open woodlands, and pristine beaches along the lake, creating a lush and vibrant environment for a wide range of animals. Key features include forest trails that lead visitors through wildlife habitats and scenic points along the lake. Rubondo is home to chimpanzees, elephants, giraffes, sitatunga antelopes, hippos, crocodiles, and over 300 bird species, making it a paradise for wildlife enthusiasts. Visitors can enjoy guided forest walks, wildlife tracking, and boat safaris on Lake Victoria. The island’s remote location and limited visitor numbers ensure a private and immersive experience, allowing guests to connect deeply with nature. The lakeshore also provides a tranquil setting to relax, swim, or take in stunning sunsets. This map overview helps visitors understand Rubondo Island’s forest trails, wildlife hotspots, key landmarks, and lakeshore access points, making it easier to plan a well guided and rewarding multi day safari adventure.
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