Akagera National Park, situated in eastern Rwanda along the border with Tanzania, is the country’s top destination for classic savannah safaris. Famous for its Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo), rolling grasslands, lakes, and wetlands, Akagera offers a unique wildlife experience that complements Rwanda’s primate-focused parks. To make the most of your Rwanda
70 Southern White Rhinos Relocated to Akagera
In the golden grasslands of Akagera National Park, something extraordinary unfolded in early June 2025. Seventy southern white rhinos massive, prehistoric-looking beasts with their signature wide mouths and two horns arrived after an epic trek from South Africa. This wasn’t just any wildlife move. It was Rwanda’s largest-ever rhino translocation, a bold chapter in Africa’s
What to Expect on Safari in Rwanda
Our modern-day lifestyles can sometimes be a bit monotonous, and every once in a while it’s worth taking a step away from your day-to-day routine to embark on an adventure into the wilderness for some well deserved rest and relaxation. With so many destinations to choose from, here is more information about why you should go
Why Combine Akagera and Volcanoes Park for Rwanda safari
Combining a visit to Akagera National Park and the Volcanoes National Park on a Rwanda safari offers a diverse and comprehensive experience, showcasing the country’s rich wildlife, stunning landscapes, and cultural heritage. Akagera national park is the only destination in eastern province of Rwanda where travelers can spot savannah wildlife animals including Africa’s famous big
Elephants in Akagera National Park
The elephants of Akagera National Park have been transported from Bugesera (Kigali) in in the year 1975. By that time they were about 7 years old. Among those elephants, only 3 (Mwiza, Hélico and Mutware (the Chief) have been habituated, while the others remained wild. The two (Mwiza and Hélico) ended up by following the
Black Rhinos Return to Akagera National Park
Since 10 years that the Black Rhinos were last spotted in Rwanda, they have finally returned to the Akagera National Park in unforgettable relocation effort. The Eastern Black Rhinos were last seen within this Savannah National Park in 2007 before they became extinct but now their population has increased to 20 Black rhinos after they