Overview

Guests also have the opportunity to see an abundance of birdlife, including the rare Shoebill stork, the endangered papyrus Gonolex and the much sought-after Red-faced Barbet. With over 500 recorded species, Akagera is one of the best birding environs in the world with the highest recorded number of species per unit area.

The Park has a unique diversity of habitats, including lakes, marshes, savannah, mountains, and woodland, and is the largest protected wetland in central Africa.

Mantis Akagera Game Lodge stands on a hill at the southern tip of the Akagera National Park elevated above the savannah, with exceptional views of Lake Ihema. With 59 rooms, a conference venue, restaurant, bar, and a spectacular pool deck, the Lodge is the perfect home base while conferencing or exploring the conservation treasures of Akagera National Park.

Accommodation

Akagera Game Lodge is the ideal base to experience the only Big Five reserve in Rwanda. The lodge has 59 air-conditioned rooms with en suite bathrooms. Decorated in contemporary Rwandanese style, the rooms offer suitable workspace and Wifi for busy travellers. Rooms can be booked with twin beds or a double bed. The downstairs rooms are larger, allowing space for children under 12 to share, as well as an option for families to book inter-leading rooms. Upstairs rooms are smaller and have balconies overlooking the park.