Ruzizi Tented Lodge

Eco Lodge · Akagera National Park, Rwanda

Luxury

PlnrScore 53

Best time: Jun–Aug
Suggested stay: 2-3 nights

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An award-winning eco-lodge nestled on the shores of Lake Ihema, offering a unique blend of comfort and nature. Its nine tents are spaced along the lake, providing privacy and excellent opportunities for birdwatching and spotting hippos and crocodiles. It's known for its sustainable practices and tranquil atmosphere.

Why stay at Ruzizi Tented Lodge

Intimate: only 9 rooms
32 mammal species recorded nearby
Night drives offered

Rooms & inclusions

Rooms

9 (up to 18 guests)

Night drives

Offered

Children

Welcome

WiFi

Available

Eco credentials

Solar powered, uses local materials, strong community involvement, run by African Parks

Dietary options: Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free available upon request

Wildlife near this lodge

Species recorded within 20 km (iNaturalist research-grade observations).

483

Species

Mammals

247

Birds

Most observed

Olive Baboon90 sightings
Impala77 sightings
Plains Zebra72 sightings
African Fish-Eagle68 sightings
African Darter57 sightings
Common Hippopotamus52 sightings
Waterbuck47 sightings
Vervet Monkey46 sightings
Nile Crocodile46 sightings
African Savanna Elephant45 sightings

Best time to stay at Ruzizi Tented Lodge

Best months:

June

July

August

Jan

Great21°C59mm

Feb

Great22°C55mm

Mar

Great22°C79mm

Apr

Good21°C94mm

May

Great22°C42mm

Jun

Excellent22°C4mm

Jul

Excellent22°C4mm

Aug

Great22°C31mm

Sep

Great22°C49mm

Oct

Great22°C62mm

Nov

Good21°C114mm

Dec

Great21°C74mm

Great (4-5)

Good (3)

Poor (1-2)

Best month

Map & getting there

Nearest airport

Milambi Airport (TZ-0144)

28 km from the park

International airport

Kigali International Airport (KGL)

71 km from the park

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