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We were quite late, we spent only 2.5 hours. |
Despite of that we saw quite some animals. |
The park stunning! |
With two big lakes, with hills, blue sky and the afternoon light. |
It was magic. |
We ha a good guide so he made the best of our time. |
Thank you! |
Do not compare the number of wild life with Kenya or Tanzania as yet. |
But enjoy the beautiful nature and great variety of bird life in this park. |
Roads well maintained and still good variety of game. |
Saw on one day: zebra, impala, topi, buffalo, giraf, warthog, velvet monkeys, baboons, hippos, bush bucks and even the leopard! |
Not to talk about birds like African fish eagle, brown snake eagle, pied kingfisher, lilac breasted roller, saddle-billed stork, grey-crowned crane, marabou stork, Guinea fowls or the shoe bill stork. |
The kind people at Heaven Tours in Kigali convinced us during our stay at The Retreat to take a day and night at Akagera and we are so glad that we did. |
We stayed at Ruzizi lodge which is remarkable and wonderful and had a park guide - Alfonse - who was amazing. |
We saw so much game as we drove up to the North Gate - lions, elephants, hippos, - a veritable garden of eden! |
A group of seven young adults visited Akagera National Park for a weekend in July and we all agreed that it was the highlight of our trip! |
We arrived from Kigali on the Saturday and stayed until Sunday afternoon and managed to pack in two full day Safaris, a boat trip and an evening Safari. |
We stayed in the Muyumbu campsite which was very pleasant as they put the tents up for us before we arrived. |
There was also plenty of space and equipment to cook on the barbecue. |
Definitely better to bring your own food and drink as the cafe at the reception and is inaccessible from the camp site. |
It was amazing to see all the different types of wildlife and we were so lucky to see 3 of the big 5 over the two days. |
The landscapes are beautiful and there are over 500 different species of birds so it really is an incredible reserve. |
Our guide Justus was so knowledgeable and attentive so I would definitely recommend booking with him if you can. |
I also suggest paying the little bit extra to be driven in the special safari cars which will help to make your trip that more enjoyable. |
You are going to be spending around 8 hours a day in the car so it is always better to be driven by a guide rather than doing it yourself. |
It was my first time on a Safari. |
After that, visiting zoos for me is lame. |
The best part of this trip was when we saw a herd of elephants!!! |
Went to the place for 1 day from Kigali, you can go throughout the park in 4-6 hours. |
It is very great and highly recommended, quite a lot of various animals and birds that you can see quite near! |
The trip thru this National Park was a full day with many animal sightings. |
We hired a guide available at the entrance and she rode with us thru the park and answered questions about the park and the animals. |
It's definately Worth it to get a guide-great experience! |
I was able to spend a day and a half in Akagera. |
The best part of the trip was the sunset boat tour. |
Our guide Theogen with Akagera Park was amazing! |
He was so professional and knowledgeable about the animals, especially the birds. |
His passion when talking about the birds, animals and the land is unparalleled and moved me to tears. |
You could tell the love and respect he has for the park and it's animals. |
He was even able to take us to see a bull elephant playing in the water. |
The lodging and hospitality was wonderful. |
Everyone was polite, professional and fun! |
Our safari tour guide, Emanuel, with Bizidanny guides was knowledgeable about the animals and the area and he was so much fun to be around! |
I would highly recommend Akagera for anyone who wants to go on safari and see and experience the animals and the land of Rwanda. |
The time we spent in the park was amazing, really nice to explore the different landscapes, the stunning views and the different animals. |
Unluckily we didn't see elephants nor lions, but it was still an adventure. |
You should know in advance that the streets are mostly in very bad conditions. |
The guidance including the numbers on the signs and on the card are totally confusing and most of the time wrong - I recommend the Park to go over it again and refresh it. |
The camping side in the north is just perfect with the best views. |
Loved it!! |
AMAZING! |
I have been here with other six friends of mine all between 19 and 23 years old. |
We spent here two days, we arrived on Saturday morning and left on Sunday afternoon. |
I must say that we have been lucky because we had an amazing guide: Justus. |
We managed to book our visit only two days before going. |
In fact, the first day we had to use our car even if it was not completely suitable for the safari. |
However, as soon as we arrived there Justus helped us booking another car for Sunday that made our safari way more enjoyable. |
The most incredible thing of this park is the hug variety of landscapes and of animals. |
We have been very lucky even because of the animals that we saw (in fact, we even managed to see the elephant that no other visitor saw that weekend). |
We even managed to do the night safari, which has been quite intense after a long day of driving, but definitely worth it. |
This is the National Park of a thousand hills! |
We slept in Muyumbu campsite. |
I must say that it was the only campsite available but we have been happy with it because of the location and because of the proximity to the main reception. |
We hired two tents but there were many visitors that brought their own. |
Since the lodge is self-catered i would strongly recommend future visitors to be self-equipped to feed themselves. |
The reception is the only place where it is possible to buy sandwiches. |
If you are real adventurers a really enjoyable thing to do is to cook food on the grill provided by each campsite. |
I think that this National Park is perfect for people who love birds. |
In fact, it has more than 500 species of birds. |
The boat trip allows the visitors to visit an island that is mainly inhabited by birds and crocodiles. |
Practicalities: - Every visitor should bring a car and a driver in case the Park does not have any available car to provide - I would suggest to book the campsite in advance in order to have a larger choice - Food, food, food. |
Apart from the reception, there is no place that sells any kind of food or beverage. |
You will spend 8 (if not more) hours per day in the car, there is no problem, but be prepared. |
We had such an amazing visit to the park it is beyond words. |
This is not a very commercial safari per se, which is truly wonderful. |
Make sure you hire a guide. |
Our guide Justus was so knowledgeable and professional. |
He made the difference. |
He was able to spot animals from afar and he and our driver went out of their way to find animals! |
We did not see elephants (we kept missing the elephants) or lions, but saw topis, waterbucks, African fish eagles, lilac breasted rollers, impalas, cape buffalos, antelopes, hippos, zebras, giraffes, crocodiles, baboons, warthogs, storks, cranes and others. |
The Rwandan government has done an really amazing job in animal conservation. |
Two thumbs way up. |
This was my first safari and I was not disappointed. |
We saw lots of wildlife, only the lions and elephants did not make an appearance. |
It took about 5 hours and next time I would definitely go for the 2 day option - well worth a visit. |
It was my first safari & I was so much excited about it. |
I have heard about the Akagera National Park & I must say that it was a great day spend in the wildlife. |
Lovely birds (never seen before) along with the Elephant herd (40+ in a group) were the best of the day. |
Recommend to arrive & stay in the game lodge a day before, go for the evening boat ride to experience the birds & Ihima lake peace, start safari the next day. |
First time to Akagera Nat Park and loved it. |
Highly recommend for all visitors to Rwanda for a slightly cheaper safari experience wth many animal sightings. |
Arrive earlymorning to see animals on the move but huge variety seen. |
Hippo's, elephants, giraffes, lions, baboons, warthog, impala (many types), monkeys, zebras and more. |
Took about 2 1/2hrs to get there from Kigali and need 5-6hrs (min) to see all. |
Next time I will do it over 2 days to catch morning and evening time when most animals visible and at leisurely pace. |
Animals are closer than I expected.Cafe at park entrance and spots to picnic at designated spots in park. |
There are numerous companies who offer driver and 4WD (don't think of car). |
Park guide travels in vehicle with you to explain background information. |
So good! |
I would wait for wet season to end as drive would be difficult. |
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