The best accommodations inside and around Akagera national park include:

LUXURY ACCOMMODATIONS.

1. Ruzizi Tented lodge (within the park)

Found along the shores of lake Ihema, Ruzizi tented lodge is Akagera’s most iconic luxury property. The intimate, eco-conscious lodge offers nine tents, blending seamlessly into the natural environment. The lodge has the following features.

• Ensuite safari tents with hot showers and private decks
• Solar powered lighting and locally made furniture
• Lakeside dining and firepit overlooking the water
• Frequent sightings of hippos, monkeys as well as birds from within the camp.

The lodge is ideal for couples, honeymooners and eco-luxury travellers

2. Magashi Camp

The lodge is located within the remote areas of the Northern plains of Akagera and it was opened in the mid-2019. Magashi camp is offering prime access to game rich areas. It’s among the few places where you can spot the Big five from your room. The following are the features:

• The lodge has a 6 spacious canvas suite with stunning lake views.
• The lodge has a swimming pool and viewing deck.
• Infinity pool, gourmet dining and a high-end service
• Game drives, boating safaris and guided walks included
• Excellent predator sightings as well as leopards and lions

The luxurious camp is suitable for the luxury safari seekers, photograhers and wildlife enthusiasts.

MIDRANGE ACCOMODATIONS

3. Akagera game lodge

The akagera game lodge is perched on a hill at the southern tip of the the national park and it’s the most established hotel next to the Kiyonza Gate which is the main entrance of the national park.

The hotel has beautiful views of lake Ihema as well as lake Shikani. The hotel is located just 5 kilometres from the parks south entrance.

The following are the features of the hotel;

• The hotel has 60 air-conditioned rooms with en-suite bathrooms.
• The rooms have 30 standard rooms and 30 balcony rooms.
• Theres a restaurant, bar, swimming pool and conference facilities.
• The hotel has security guards on the gate 24hours a day.

The hotel is suitable for families, group tours as well as corporate retreats

4. Karenge Bush camp

The hotel is located within the national park and the name Karenge means a small footprint in the Kinyarwanda. The hotel as well obtains its name from the area where it was established. The hotel offers more than rustic, semi-permanent camp experience without compromising on comfort. Its ideal for those seeking an authentic wilderness feeling without the luxury price tag. The following are the features;

• The hotel has 6 charming canvas tents and comfortable beddings.
• The hotel accommodates a maximum of 12 guests thus making it an intimate wilderness experience.
• The hotel is eco-friendly with minimal impact design.
• The dining under the stars and storytelling by the fire.
• The hotel offers an immersive safari vibe with fewer distractions.

Therefore, the lodge is ideal for Adventure travellers, nature lovers and couples.

BUDGET ACCOMODATIONS

5. Dereva hotel.

The hotel is suited in Rwamagana district and it only takes 40 minutes to drive to akagera national park. The hotel offers a budget friendly accommodation to the travellers. The following are the features;

• The hotel has simple rooms with private bathrooms
• On-site restaurant and secure parking
• Great base for early entry within the park.

The hotel is ideal for backpackers, local tourists and budget concious safari goers

CAMPSITES IN AKAGERA NATIONAL PARK

Besides the hotels, akagera national park has 3 campsites that offer basic facilities for an overnight stay and these include:

6. Mayumbu campsite

The campsite is located on the ridge and it offers an amazing and spectacular views of two lakes that is Ihema and shakani. The campsite is as well found close to the park entrance and Kiyonza and the following are the features;

• The camp has 10 comfortable tents that overlook the views of the lake
• The camp has a fireplace for storytelling and relaxing
• Theres a restaurant, bar and rangers on request for safety.

7. Shakani campsite

The campsite is located on the banks of lake shakani which is the only lake where fishing is allowed. The camp offers an amazing opportunity to see hippos within that area. the features include;

• The campsite has a low-lying stone wall.
• The ablution block with flushing toilets.
• Solar heated showers and two rondavels with wood-fired barbeques.
• Tents are available but one can carry their own matresses and other beddings.

8. Mutumba campsite

The campsite is located just 2-3 hours from the parks southern main gate. Mutumba campsite is found in the remote areas and has scenic, wildlife rich mutumba hills which is the highest point within the park. The following are the features;

• The camp has low lying electric fence, bucket showers and pit latrines.
• The camp has open sided communal rondavel shelter and barbeques.
• Camping within the area gives you a close meeting with wildlife in the national park

In conclusion, Akagera national park is not just a safari destination but it’s a deeply healing and grounding experience. Whether one is looking for lakeside luxury, bush comfort as well as a budget friendly wilderness adventure, theres a place for you to relax after the wildlife exploration.