Wilderness Safaris always deliver the very best safari experiences along side conscientious conservation work. The newest addition to their camp portfolio, Magashi Camp in Akagera National Park is no exception to this.
Highlights
Explore Akagera National Park which comprises some of the most scenic savannah in East Africa – open plains, woodlands, lakes, swamp, and grassy low mountains
A stay at Magashi camp contributes to a core Purpose – to help conserve Rwanda’s last protected savannah ecosystem and species like shoebill and black rhino.
View a range of wildlife on expertly-guided game drives, walks and boating trips
Akagera National Park's incredible transformation first began eight years ago, since then the reintroduction of lion and black rhino has been ground breaking for the conservation world. Magashi Camp is based in this 10,000 hectare national park and is at the forefront of repopulating this magnificent wilderness with the abundance of wildlife that once resounded here. Arguably one of the most scenic parks in East Africa, Akagera National Park hosts a variety of different habitats from rolling open plains, lakes, swamps, and grassy low mountains.
This brand new camp will be nestled on the scenic shores of Lake Rwanyakazinga, home to one Africa's highest hippo and crocodile populations, and the elusive stitatunga and shoebill stalk. The intimate Magashi Camp boasts only six tented rooms decorated in a tasteful contemptory style with ensuite bathrooms and impressive panoramic views.
Spend your days participating on a plethora of exciting safari activities including both day and night game drives in search of the parks lions, black rhino and other wildlife, safari walks, boating on the lake and even try your hand at fishing.
When to visit
If Hein is available book him as your guide - a charming South African who has been part of the construction of this beautiful camp and the habituation to humans of all the wildlife there.
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Enquire NowMagashi Camp is based in the 100,000-hectare Akagera National Park is situated in eastern Rwanda, bordering Tanzania
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