Akagera National Park

Akagera National Park, known for savannah wildlife like lions and elephants. Home to the “Big Five”: lions, elephants, buffalo, leopards, and rhinos. The destination is perfect for travelers who wants to spot big five in one park on a Game Drive Encounter in Akagera National Park – The Big Five Experience in Rwanda

The park’s reintroduction of lions (2015) and black rhinos (2017) restored its full Big Five status

This park in North east still covers a sizeable chunk of savannah. A mix of rolling grassland with broad leafed and acacia woodland, this land is dissected by the Akagera River. The diversity of habitats supports a wide range of species, from large mammals to delicate wetland birds.

The Akagera River runs through the park, creating a mosaic of wetlands and lakes. The sought after species here would be red-faced barbet, Sousa’s shrike and white collared oliveback amongst others. The park has mosaic of wetlands and lakes, along the course of Akagera river and eastern boundary

The park has several lakes best for spotting the birdlife including famous Lake Ihema and Shakani (popular for fishing and birdwatching) – and very popular for Eastern Palearctic migratory routes, very many wetlands and lake ecosystem which acts as habitat for key species- the destination is recognised as International Bird Area (IBA) due to its role in supporting migratory and resident species.

Over 500 bird species recorded, making it one of Africa’s premier birding destinations

Akagera is not just a wildlife haven—it’s a conservation success story. Once threatened by poaching and encroachment, it has rebounded through strong community involvement and effective management

3 days Big five Encounter in Akagera National park