🇷🇼 Rwanda Savannah Big 5

Akagera National Park

Central Africa’s Largest Protected Wetland & Big Five Savannah Revival

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Protected Area 1,122 sq km (433 sq mi)
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Altitude Range 1,250m – 1,825m (Mutumba Hills)
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Accessibility 2.5 hrs scenic drive from Kigali / 25 mins by helicopter
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Climate Warm savannah, 20°C–30°C

About Akagera National Park

Located along Rwanda’s eastern border with Tanzania, Akagera National Park is a triumph of African conservation managed by African Parks. Comprising rolling acacia hills, savannah grasslands, and a labyrinth of papyrus swamps and lakes feeding into the Akagera River, the park is home to lions, black rhinos, white rhinos, leopards, and giant elephant herds.

Key Wildlife Species to Encounter

Akagera National Park boasts extraordinary biodiversity and unique habitat corridors. Top species include:

🐾 Eastern Black Rhinos & White Rhinos
🐾 Lions (Reintroduced pride)
🐾 Leopards
🐾 Elephants
🐾 Lake Ihema Giant Crocodiles & Hippos
🐾 Shoebill Storks

🌤️ Best Time to Visit

June to September and December to February (dry periods for prime game viewing around Lake Ihema).

🎟️ Permits & Park Access

Park Entry: $100 USD (Day 1) with discounts on subsequent days.

*Valverde Safaris secures all required wildlife and gorilla permits directly on your behalf.

Signature Experiences & Activities

  • Lake Ihema Boat Safaris
  • Day & Night Savannah Game Drives
  • Behind-the-Scenes Anti-Poaching Conservation Tour
  • Magashi Luxury Tented Camp Experience

Frequently Asked Questions — Akagera National Park

Yes! Our signature "Rwanda Grand Circuit" combines 2 nights of Big Five savannah game viewing in Akagera with 2 nights of mountain gorilla trekking in Volcanoes NP.