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Description
Park history:
Rubondo National Park, covering an area of 457square km,became a game reserve in 1965 to provide a sanctuary for animals. Located in on the south – western corner of Lake Victoria, it was gazetted as a National park in 1977.
How to get there:
- By road :From Mwanza to Muganza/Kasenda via Chato (260km) and then by boat to the park (8km) From Mwanza to Nkome via Geita (193km) and then by boat to the park (30km)
Boat hiring fees (return trip): From Kasenda From Nkome
- EAC Citizens TZS 100,000 TZS 340,000
- Non EAC Citizens (NR) US$ 100 US$ 190
By Air: Scheduled and charter flights from Mwanza Arusha, Bukoba and Dar es Salaam
Best time
- June- August(dry season) is the best time to watch large animals, butterflies and wild flowers.
- November- March (wet season) is the best time for watching migratory as well as breeding resident birds.
Game drives
This activity is conducted from 0630 – 1830 HRS
Walking safari
Both long and short walking safaris which are conducted in the natural forest along the beach. Walking trails include: Airstrip - Pongo view ( 3.5km), Maji Matakatifu – Mchangani(1.5km), Airstip - Mamba point( 1.8km), Mamba point - Mlaga Kageye road(2.7km) , Bandas - Pongo camp(1.5km)
Birding:
More than 200 bird species, including both resident and migratory, has been recorded. The common resident birds include fish eagles, herons, storks, ibises, egrets, cormorants, kingfishers and other birds of prey.
Camping: – Two types
Public campsites: A number of public campsites exist in the park. Available facilities include bathroom, toilet, kitchen and dining.
At the moment the park has no special campsite.
Public campsites: There is 1 Public campsite which has 1 toilet, 1bath & 1 kitchen facilities located at Mlaga area about 8 kms from Kageye park head quarters. The campsite is in good condition. Water is ferried by tractor and direct pump from the lake.
Note: Mlaga public campsite (is long time not in use, visitors prefer staying at Bandas, rest house and Asilia camp)
Main Tourist attractions (Main attractions)
High population density of birds: The Park is famous for hosting a variety of migratory birds from different parts of the world. Apart from other water birds, the park has a remarkable high density of fish eagles.
Lake Victoria: The second largest lake and the source of the longest river in the world (River Nile), this lake forms a spectacular sight for visitors with its deepest point (Irumo) in the Park.
Variety of Large Mammals and Reptiles: Animal species including Sitatunga, Elephants, Giraffes, Hippos, Bushbucks, Pythons, Crocodiles, Chimpanzees (semi habituated), bush pigs and Suni.
Rules & Regulations
Please ensure you understand and comply with all park rules and regulations Please, be aware of crocodiles and hippos, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SWIM. Please avoid leaving the door open; Velvet Monkeys, Insects & other wildlife
Wildlife & Birds
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