Chimpanzees and Beyond

Escape to the exclusive Rubondo Island Camp by Asilia, the only lodge on Tanzania's largest island sanctuary. Immerse yourself in the untouched beauty of Lake Victoria, where luxury tents blend seamlessly with the untamed landscape. Throughout your stay, you’ll have a variety of well-managed activities to pace your time on the island perfectly - explore diverse wildlife on guided game drives, boat safaris, and nature walks unveiling the island's rich biodiversity known for it’s chimpanzee population but also hosting a range of diverse wildlife from elephants to sitatungas.

The following day you’ll embark on a rare chimpanzee excursion, you’ll spend the majority of your day soaking up these charismatic primates with the expert knowledge and insight on the many facets of the chimpanzees and their habitat by your specialist guide. Rubondo’s successful conservation project has made this primate viewing experience a one-of-a-kind sustainable tourism offering. After a full day out, witness the magic of African sunsets over Lake Victoria, painting the sky in vivid hues. Indulge in sundowners on the shores, setting the stage for an evening filled with stargazing and the calls of nocturnal creatures.

Travel from your island escapade to the untamed beauty of Ruaha National Park. Jabali Ridge is eloquently nestled atop rugged terrain with views of the vast landscape that the region is known for. This sanctuary is ideal for those seeking a refined safari experience amidst the raw splendor of the Tanzanian wilderness. Your late afternoon game drive kicks off your safari with a look-out point sundowner.

Wake up to the calls of the wild and set out on an early morning game drive guided by in-house seasoned experts. Encounter Ruaha's diverse wildlife, from elephants to rare antelope species. Return to Jabali Ridge for a leisurely afternoon. Relax by the infinity pool or indulge in spa treatments amidst the sounds of nature. As darkness falls, experience the magic of a bush dinner under the starlit African sky—a culinary journey complemented by the nocturnal sounds of the savannah.

For intrepid guests, a truly immersive experience of a  guided walking safari is available. Engage your senses in the sights, sounds, and scents of the bush. On top of your included game drives, local community visits can be organised for guests looking for an insightful cultural excursion. Conclude your day with a unique dining experience under the ancient arms of a giant baobab tree.

Enjoy your final game drive and maybe take in some extra birding time while out to enjoy the rich bird life of this region. Depart from this architecturally exquisite luxury safari camp on the last day of your journey through these two very unique landscapes and wildlife experiences. 

Spend a few days on the island of Zanzibar at one of our preferred partner destinations - take in the cultural landscape of Stone Town in authentic heritage accommodation or indulge in one of the smaller private islands for the ultimate beach relaxation trip extension. 

Alternatively, extend your trip to remain in Dar Es Salaam longer to enjoy the unique metropolitan city of Tanzania.