Akagera National Park Rwanda is home to 12 different species of antelopes; the cute chestnut coated impalas are commonly sighted although even the very small oribi as well as the tsessebe and the secretive bushbucks, in addition to the eland which is the largest antelope in the world can all be seen within Akagera National Park. We recommend our visitor to Camp alongside the beautiful Akagera Lake as this is a genuinely mystical introduction to the amazing wonders of Nature within this African bush. Groups of about 50 hippos groan and play in the shallows of the lake throughout the entire day while crocodiles soak in the sun by the lake shore with their huge jaws threateningly opened. The stillness of the area is broken by the memorable echoes of a high duet of fish eagles, making known their status as the crowned heads of the waterways of Africa. the shores of the lakes crowded with one of the biggest flocks of water birds in Africa, as the nearby swamps are home to the beautiful yet decreasing in number papyrus gonolek, as well as the uncommon peculiar shoebill stork (which is among the most sought-after bird species on the African continent).
Akagera National Park Rwanda Safari Activities
Visitors have at disposal lots of activities to enjoy while in Akagera National park. The memorable boat trips on Lake Ihema which will certainly reward you with an unforgettable experience of cool lake breeze, aquatic wildlife including flocks of water birds and an informative excursion is point to details you might miss with your eyes. However, this necessitates that you make your reservation in advance while you are still in the capital of Kigali through the ORTPN. during this trip you will have closer encounters with large hippos, the giant crocodiles as well as see a great diversity of bird species including the African darter, cormorants in addition to the open-bill storks. In addition the water birds are very may around this lake so you will be able to spot the colorful African jacana on some of the small floating islands vegetation, normally the fish eagles are spotted seen high in the trees, while the malachite kingfisher hawks plus the colorful kingfishers are seen flying over the waters ready to prey fish. Additionally, will also get the chance to spot the marsh specialists such as the marsh flycatcher and the blue headed coucal.
Game Viewing Akagera National Park Rwanda
Akagera National Park offers thrilling Game drives conducted in 4WD vehicle during which you will explore the different game tracks to see the animals here
