Akagera National Park lies in eastern Rwanda, hugging the border with Tanzania. It’s characterized by woodland, swamps, low mountains and savannah.
Akagera National Park is a protected area located in eastern Rwanda, along the border with Tanzania. It covers an area of approximately 1,200 square kilometres and is named after the Akagera River, which flows through the park. The park was established in 1934 to protect the animals and vegetation of the region, and it is now home to a wide variety of wildlife, including elephants, giraffes, zebras, lions, leopards, hyenas, hippos, crocodiles, and many species of birds.
Akagera National Park is divided into several zones, including the savannah plains, wetlands, and mountains. The savannah plains are home to large herds of herbivores, such as impalas, topis, and buffaloes, which are preyed upon by lions, leopards, and hyenas. The wetlands are home to hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of waterbirds, including the shoebill stork, while the mountains are home to primates, such as baboons and colobus monkeys.
Game drives are one of the best ways to explore the park and see its amazing wildlife. The park offers both morning and afternoon game drives, and visitors can choose between a guided game drive in a park vehicle and a self-drive game drive. The guided game drives are conducted by experienced rangers who are familiar with the park and can help you spot animals and provide information about the wildlife and their habitats.
