Magashi

Magashi Camp is situated in the productive and phenomenally diverse north-eastern corner of Akagera National Park, overlooking scenic Lake Rwanyakazinga. Akagera comprises some of the most scenic savannah in East Africa – open plains, woodlands, lakes, swamp, and grassy low mountains – and is home to one of Africa’s highest hippo densities, some very large crocodiles as well as rare sitatunga and inscrutable shoebill stork.

Magashi is the only private access area in Akagera. Teeming with plains game, Akagera now also boasts a healthy population of lion which were introduced by African Parks in 2015 after a 20-year absence; black rhino were reintroduced in 2017.

Six spacious and airy tented guest rooms offer uninterrupted views over Lake Rwanyakazinga while Magashi’s main area comprises a luxurious lounge, dining and bar area, wine cellar and pool, as well as an expansive viewing deck with convivial fire pit. The architecture and interiors pay homage to traditional Rwandan culture.

Guest Tents
Six spacious and airy tented guest rooms offer uninterrupted views over Lake Rwanyakazinga. The architecture and interiors pay homage to traditional Rwandan culture.

• Canvas tented accommodation on an elevated deck with elevated wooden walkways connecting tents to the main areas

• Each tent comprises en-suite facilities with an indoor shower, single vanity basin and separate toilet.

• Wardrobe, luggage rack, writing desk and chair, hat and coat stand, easy chairs, seating area, mosquito net, electronic safe, tea and coffee making facilities, multi-plug adaptor charging facilities for mobile devices, mini-bar and outside deck with seating area.

• There is no air-conditioning, however, a pedestal fan in each tent.

• Two-way emergency radios have been fitted in the tents and may be used by guests to contact camp management in the event of an emergency only. Said radios are on a closed circuit and inter-tent communication is not available.

• Amenities include; bathrobes, slippers, liquid soap, shampoo and conditioner, body lotion, insect repellent, shower caps, vanity kit with cotton tipped swabs and cotton balls, tissue dispenser, washing powder (for smalls), umbrella and room spray.

Game Drives
Explore the area in an open 4x4 vehicle; each vehicle accommodates a maximum of seven guests, allowing each individual an outside seat.

Boating
Boating in eight-seater swamp cruisers is offered; this is an excellent way to view the water birds and many other aquatic animals seen around Lake Rwanyakazinga.

Birding
Akagera is renowned as one of the best birding areas in the world with more than 500 species recorded here.

Fishing
Fishing on a catch and release basis.

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Located in eastern Africa, Rwanda is known as the Land of a Thousand Hills. The majority of the country is at a high elevation. Visitors are awed by Rwanda’s geography, defined by majestic mountains in the west, savannas in the east, and beautiful lakes throughout the country. Travelers are able to explore and experience the beautiful landscapes of the Virunga volcanoes in the northwestern part of the country, observe the world’s last remaining mountain gorillas, and enjoy some of the most impressive inland beaches at Lake Kivu.

International travelers and voluntourists preparing for a trip to Rwanda can find many opportunities to create a big impact on the communities. In Africa, there are a large number of service groups dedicated to improving the environment and the local standards of living, health care, and education. Visitors in Rwanda who are interested in responsible tourism can support community improvement projects and non-profit organizations through thoughtful donations.

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