Rubondo Island national park has a size of 240 km². It is only one of two Tanzanian national parks located on an island in Lake Victoria, the world’s second-largest lake. It is located in the southwest corner of the lake. Rubondo became a game reserve in 1965, to provide a sanctuary for animals. Tanzania gazetted Rubondo in 1977 as a national park. It is uninhabited and consequently 90% of the island remains forest today. With nine smaller islands under its wing, Rubondo also protects precious fish breeding grounds.

Take a break from the hustle and bustle of your Tanzania safari and visit the tranquil Mufindi Highlands. This peaceful retreat in the southern highlands offers you a much-needed break from the heat and dust of the safari route. The Mufindi Highlands are home to tea plantations, wild flowers and cool mountain air. Take a deep breath and relax in this picturesque and tranquil destination.

In Mufindi you are off the beaten track and that means you have time to enjoy the beautiful nature. This area has volcanic mountains, grassland, some forests, lakes and winding country lanes, tea and timber plantations and beautiful natural rainforest. Explore the area during the day and relax in the evening with a cosy open fire in a lodge.

Selous is one of Africa’s largest protected wilderness areas and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.