
Eight lakefront cottages with en suite bathrooms, private verandas, and open air showers. Main lodge with dining, lounge, bar, swimming pool, and fire pit by the lake. Family cottage available.
Chimpanzee trekking. Forest walks. Boating. Birding safaris. Fishing. Game drives. Sundowners. Kayaking. Island picnics. Cultural experiences.
Lakefront cottages. Wild chimpanzee encounters. Boating and fishing on Lake Victoria. Birding paradise. Eco friendly, remote, and adventurous.
Rubondo Island Camp is for intrepid travelers, couples, families, and wildlife lovers looking for true island adventure. Experience chimpanzees, forest, and water all in one off-grid destination.


Africa’s Island Eden
Rubondo Island Camp is perfect for adventurers, families, couples, and anyone seeking wild chimpanzee tracking, unique lake experiences, and the magic of remote island wilderness.
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Set out on foot with researchers to track and encounter Rubondo’s remarkable chimpanzees

Cruise Lake Victoria, fish for Nile perch, and spot hippos, crocodiles, and birdlife.
Guided walks through lush jungle to see monkeys, butterflies, and rare island species.

Explore varied habitats for brilliant forest, water, and savanna birds.

Dine in wild settings with gourmet picnics on forested shores or beaches.

Visit fishing villages and learn about life and culture on Africa’s greatest lake.
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Island, Forest, and Future
Rubondo Camp helps fund chimpanzee research, anti-poaching, local education, and conservation of rare species. The camp runs on solar and practices responsible tourism.

Contact Wild Earth Stays for a custom Rubondo itinerary, from chimp trekking to fishing, boating, and family adventure.
Request a personal experience or see our list of sample itineraries.

Set out on foot with researchers to track and encounter Rubondo’s remarkable chimpanzees


Cruise Lake Victoria, fish for Nile perch, and spot hippos, crocodiles, and birdlife.

Guided walks through lush jungle to see monkeys, butterflies, and rare island species.

Explore varied habitats for brilliant forest, water, and savanna birds.


Dine in wild settings with gourmet picnics on forested shores or beaches.


Visit fishing villages and learn about life and culture on Africa’s greatest lake.

<h2 class="ts--heading-l">rewilding, rainforest and lake victoria magic <br/><span class="u-capitalize--none u-italic">protecting one of africa’s last true island refuges</span> together</h2>
Island, Forest, and Future
Rubondo Camp helps fund chimpanzee research, anti-poaching, local education, and conservation of rare species. The camp runs on solar and practices responsible tourism.

Set out on foot with researchers to track and encounter Rubondo’s remarkable chimpanzees


Cruise Lake Victoria, fish for Nile perch, and spot hippos, crocodiles, and birdlife.

Guided walks through lush jungle to see monkeys, butterflies, and rare island species.

Explore varied habitats for brilliant forest, water, and savanna birds.


Dine in wild settings with gourmet picnics on forested shores or beaches.


Visit fishing villages and learn about life and culture on Africa’s greatest lake.

<h2 class="ts--heading-l">rewilding, rainforest and lake victoria magic <br/><span class="u-capitalize--none u-italic">protecting one of africa’s last true island refuges</span> together</h2>
Island, Forest, and Future
Rubondo Camp helps fund chimpanzee research, anti-poaching, local education, and conservation of rare species. The camp runs on solar and practices responsible tourism.
<h2 class="ts--heading-l">rewilding, rainforest and lake victoria magic <br/><span class="u-capitalize--none u-italic">protecting one of africa’s last true island refuges</span> together</h2>
Island, Forest, and Future
Rubondo Camp helps fund chimpanzee research, anti-poaching, local education, and conservation of rare species. The camp runs on solar and practices responsible tourism.

Set out on foot with researchers to track and encounter Rubondo’s remarkable chimpanzees


Cruise Lake Victoria, fish for Nile perch, and spot hippos, crocodiles, and birdlife.

Guided walks through lush jungle to see monkeys, butterflies, and rare island species.

Explore varied habitats for brilliant forest, water, and savanna birds.


Dine in wild settings with gourmet picnics on forested shores or beaches.


Visit fishing villages and learn about life and culture on Africa’s greatest lake.

Trek through the forest with expert guides to encounter Rubondo’s wild chimpanzees.

Set out on Lake Victoria for fishing adventures or scenic boat trips.

Spot over 300 species, from kingfishers to fish eagles, in forest and lakeshore habitats.

Relax by the pool with panoramic views of Lake Victoria and hippos below.
Guided walks reveal the secrets of Rubondo’s ancient forest and wildlife.

Every stay supports chimpanzee research, community schools, and lake conservation projects.

Meet your dedicated Stay Host and the Wild Earth Stays team during a live consultation, and together we’ll plan your perfect journey.
Your host will be joined by members of the Wild Earth team to walk you through your stay and answer your questions live.

Meet your dedicated Stay Host and the Wild Earth Stays team in a live consultation to plan your perfect journey together.
Your host will be joined by members of the Wild Earth team to walk you through your stay and answer your questions live.
