Akagera game lodge is found in Rwanda within Akagera national park which is located in the Eastern region of the country and shares boarders with other countries like Tanzania and it covers a total surface area of about 1,122 square kilometers and takes tourists about a 3 hour drive to be able to access the park. Akagera national park is considered to be among the biggest national parks in the country and it is commonly visited and famously known because it is the only national park in Rwanda that is a home to the big five animals such as; lions, rhinos, elephants, leopards and buffalos. More so, its archetypal African beautiful landscape, montane and swamps, low mountains and savanna woodlands characterize this national park. Akagera national park was established as a national park in 1934 and it is a perfect destination to visit while on an adventurous safari in Rwanda because it is home to many wildlife species to not only the big five but also other animals like; zebras, giraffes and large numbers of bird species.
Akagera game lodge is situated within the Southern region of the park and it is easily accessed because it is about 3 kilometers away from the southern entrance of Akagera national park and this safari lodge has been under the management of the Mantis Resorts since 2018. More so, Akagera game lodge has around 60 luxurious expensive rooms which are always available for most especially tourists who spend their time to travel and explore within Akagera national park, its gives them ample time and comfort to rest after a long day. the rooms at this lodge consist of king size beds, en-suite bathrooms which have both cold and warm showers, fitting mosquito nets which protect visitors from suffering from diseases like malaria, electric kettle, flushing toilets with free toiletries, towels, work desk, good air conditioning, wardrobe where guests keep their clothes, hair dryer, television, charging sockets, a private veranda where guests sit as they chill and capture stunning views of Lake Ihema. More so, Akagera safari lodge is interconnected and spacious and it offers its guests with services like; free WI-FI that is always available which helps guests to maintain clear communication with their people back at home, free breakfast that is always served within the rooms, ironing and laundry services, a 24 hour security which enables guests to be attended to any time they are in need of something, a 24 hour tight security that is available to ensure the safety if their guests, free parking, first Aid kit, children’s television networks and many others.
More so, Akagera Safari lodge also offers its guests with facilities like; a good restaurant that was refurbished and it has good experienced chefs and well trained waiters who serve the guests with delicious meals which are either local or international depending on what one prefers to eat, a swimming pool where guests with good swimming skills happen to go and cool off their hot long day, tennis court, business conference centre where guests always happen to held their business meetings and workshops, it also has board games for guests where they relax and have fun during their free time, a pool side bar which stocks many different drinks such as; liquor, spirits, and soft drinks like soda and water.
However, individuals planning to stay at this lodge should note that for all the bookings and payments at this safari lodge are not accepted in cash payments but one is encouraged to use their credit cards or pay through the bank. More so, people who plan to stay this lodge should endeavor and be there by 6:00pm because this safari lodge closes its gates at 6:00pm. And individuals staying at Akagera game lodge always have great opportunities to engage themselves in many interesting activities during their stay at this lodge due to the fact that it is located within Akagera national park, therefore these activities include; game drives which are always conducted either in the morning or afternoon and it is during these drives that individuals get to chances to see many wildlife species such as; zebras, rhinos, antelopes given that the park is surrounded by forests and swamps, boat cruises which are best done on Lake Ihema, fishing which is commonly done in Lake Shakani where people are able to get types of fish like; tilapia and cat fish, bird watching and guided nature walks, swimming and many others.
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