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Five years ago, my visit to Akagera National Park was marked by unexpected rainfall that obscured the presence of the Big 5 animals. However, this did not dampen my spirits as I was delighted to witn… Full review by Inspire23413067408
Mar 22, 2024
This little known park has so much to offer. We spent 3 full days there with our own private guide ($US40/day 6am-6pm). He told us where to drive our own rental car while contacting other guides to k… Full review by ScubaPhil1
Mar 2, 2024
I travel all over Africa for safari like Tanzania, Namibian, Uganda, South Africa, Zambia, Botswana, …. And I never had such a bad experience like here. We been driving for game ride for 4 days and … Full review by 632yaeln
Hi, I am planning to visit Akagera National Park next year and I had a question. If I can make it to the entrance of the park and the visitor centre (at Kabarondo), can I join a game drive or any of the other activities without having my own car? And will I be dropped off again at the same visitor centre? Thanks, Sam
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Hi, Thanks for your answer. If I can reach the visitor centre can I then just rent a car with guide/driver for myself even if its with empty spots left? What would be the price for that, or do I …
Hi, Thanks for your answer. If I can reach the visitor centre can I then just rent a car with guide/driver for myself even if its with empty spots left? What would be the price for that, or do I also need to do it via a local tour company? Cause I will be able to get there, but just with a normal car, not a 4x4. Thanks, Sam
Hi, thank you for the information, it sounds you have good fun. I am in Kigali and I wanted to know if I should take the guide (tour) from Kigali or I should drive to the park and then take the guide there? what do you recommend? Thanks Yuval
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Hello Yuval, It’s best you have a tour guide/driver while in the park. We had a PR with us. Safety first. Enjoy your trip!
Hi! Wondering how likely it is that one would see elephants and the lions in March?
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It is very hard to know. Our lion population is increasing (now at 22) and sightings are therefore getting more frequent. And although we do have a population of over 100 elephants, …
It is very hard to know. Our lion population is increasing (now at 22) and sightings are therefore getting more frequent. And although we do have a population of over 100 elephants, they can be difficult to find! You do need time to explore Akagera, i would not say that it is a park to go to and tick off the 'Big Five'. It's strengths are really its inspiring conservation story, spectacular scenic beauty and huge diversity.
I was under the impression that one was able to simply show up and reserve a campsite upon arrival. Is this not the case? I emailed someone from park headquarters (?), and that's what he told me. This post seems to suggest otherwise.
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Yes, you can. We don't take bookings for camping and there are 3 sites in which you are able to camp. We do only suggest that you book in advance if you are wanting to hire a tent from …
Yes, you can. We don't take bookings for camping and there are 3 sites in which you are able to camp. We do only suggest that you book in advance if you are wanting to hire a tent from the park, since we have a limited number of tents for hire.
Hello! We will be visiting there in a few weeks. Could you tell me more about the details of how you booked your driver and guide, etc? thanks! Brynn
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A local Safari Ranger guide will normally cost around USD 40 for a full day safari, about 20-30 for half day / night safari. A driver with an offroad car will cost you nearly USD 20++ …
A local Safari Ranger guide will normally cost around USD 40 for a full day safari, about 20-30 for half day / night safari. A driver with an offroad car will cost you nearly USD 20++ for driver + USD 50++ for the car (both quotes are per day excluding fuel)
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