Zebra in Akagera national park

Akagera national park

Created in 1934 the only savannah Wildlife park in Rwanda is located between Coordinates: 01°38'S 30°47'ECoordinates: 01°38'S 30°47'E and covers and approximate Area of 1,122 km2 (433 sq mi) It borders with Tanzania on the east side of the country.

If you are considering adding a savannah wildlife experience on your Africa Visit then Akagera National park gives you this experience in Rwanda.

It is an amazingly scenic park where you have the opportunity to go on day and night game drivesboat safaris, nature walks, hiking, fishing, birding, village visits and stay in one of two lodges within the park.

There are 12 species of antelopes including the cute chestnut coated impalas also the most commonly seen, the very small oribi as well as the tsessebe and the secretive bushbucks can be spotted here, in addition to the eland which is the largest antelope.

Groups of about 50 hippos can be seen playing in the shallow waters of Lake Ihema throughout the entire day while crocodile busk in the sun with their huge threatening jaws out. The silence of this wilderness is spiced by the enchanting fish eagles.

The shores of Lake Ihema are crowded with one of the biggest flock of water birds in Africa, and the nearby swamps are home to the beautiful papyrus gonolek, as well as prehistoric shoebill stork one of the most sought after bird species on an African safari.


Safari Activities within Akagera National Park

Visitors can enjoy memorable boat safari on Lake Ihema which will certainly reward you with an unforgettable experience. During this trip you will have closer encounters with large groups of hippos, giant crocodiles as well as a great diversity of bird species including the African darter, cormorants in addition to the open-bill storks.

Other unique birds that should attract your attention are the colorful African jacana, the fish eagles, the malachite kingfisher, hawks plus the colorful pied kingfishers which can be seen flying over the waters ready to prey fish.

Most importantly, Akagera National Park offers thrilling Big five safaris which expands your luck to spotting leopards search for black rhinos, savanna elephants and lions. The national park is home to over 500 species of birds, making it a top destination for birding tours in Rwanda.


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