Akagera National Park is Rwanda’s only savannah national park, offering a remarkable blend of rolling grasslands, scenic lakes, wooded hills and thriving wildlife. Restored through one of Africa’s greatest conservation success stories, Akagera is now home to the Big Five and provides exceptional game viewing in a peaceful, uncrowded setting.
Whether you’re searching for lions, elephants, rhinos and leopards on a game drive, cruising across Lake Ihema among hippos and crocodiles, or enjoying spectacular birdwatching, Akagera delivers an unforgettable safari experience that perfectly complements Rwanda’s famous gorilla trekking adventures.
Why Visit
- ✓ Experience Rwanda's only Big Five safari, with lions, elephants, leopards, buffaloes and rhinos.
- ✓ Enjoy exceptional game drives, spotting giraffes, zebras, hippos, crocodiles, antelopes and abundant birdlife.
- ✓ Take a scenic boat safari on Lake Ihema, home to large pods of hippos, Nile crocodiles and over 500 bird species.
- ✓ Explore diverse landscapes, including open savannahs, rolling hills, lakes, wetlands and acacia woodlands.
- ✓ Perfect for combining with Volcanoes National Park, Nyungwe Forest National Park and Kigali for the ultimate Rwanda safari experience.
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