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Akagera National Park
Akagera National Park
Akagera National Park
Akagera National Park

Watch out for hippos in one of Africa’s oldest national park.

Akagera National Park

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Akagera, now a 'Big 5' national park...
...is located in the northeast of Rwanda, bordering Tanzania.
The Park covers about 1,120km² and is one of Africa’s oldest national parks.
Big game can be found here, but it is more limited than other parks in East Africa.
That said, populations of plains game are healthy, such as giraffe ...
... and zebras.
Inquisitive waterbuck are usually found in groups ...
... and are widely found in sub-Saharan Africa.
... and are widely found in sub-Saharan Africa.
As are the common impala ...
... hippos ...
... and baboons.
But don't forget to look out for smaller things, like this agama lizard with its colourful display.
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Akagera, now a 'Big 5' national park...
Akagera, now a 'Big 5' national park...
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...is located in the northeast of Rwanda, bordering Tanzania.
...is located in the northeast of Rwanda, bordering Tanzania.
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The Park covers about 1,120km² and is one of Africa’s oldest national parks.
The Park covers about 1,120km² and is one of Africa’s oldest national parks.
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Big game can be found here, but it is more limited than other parks in East Africa.
Big game can be found here, but it is more limited than other parks in East Africa.
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That said, populations of plains game are healthy, such as giraffe ...
That said, populations of plains game are healthy, such as giraffe ...
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... and zebras.
... and zebras.
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Inquisitive waterbuck are usually found in groups ...
Inquisitive waterbuck are usually found in groups ...
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... and are widely found in sub-Saharan Africa.
... and are widely found in sub-Saharan Africa.
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... and are widely found in sub-Saharan Africa.
... and are widely found in sub-Saharan Africa.
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As are the common impala ...
As are the common impala ...
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... hippos ...
... hippos ...
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... and baboons.
... and baboons.
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But don't forget to look out for smaller things, like this agama lizard with its colourful display.
But don't forget to look out for smaller things, like this agama lizard with its colourful display.
AKAGERA GAME LODGE in AKAGERA

Safaris visiting Akagera

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Golden Monkey Safari

12 days • 5 locations
KIGALI AIRPORT TO KIGALI AIRPORT

Combine four key areas of Rwanda on this excellent-value trip, for a true wildlife and cultural experience. The perfect itinerary for those who want to see all the highlights of Rwanda.

US$9,710 - US$11,270 per person

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Where to stay in Akagera

Our suggestions for safari camps in Akagera National Park

Ruzizi Tented Lodge

Ruzizi Tented Lodge

Ruzizi Tented Lodge opened in 2012 on the shore of Lake Ihema. It's a pretty place, with 9 ensuite tents and a dining deck.

100% (6 reviews)
Magashi Camp

Magashi Camp

Magashi Camp is a very smart camp that opened in 2019 on its own private concession just north of Akagera National Park.

100% (3 reviews)
Akagera Game Lodge

Akagera Game Lodge

The biggest place to stay in Akagera National Park, Akagera Game Lodge is a large hotel with excellent views.

80% (2 reviews)

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