Akagera National Park Public Campsites (Muyumbu, Shakani, Mutumba) - Akagera National Park

These are designated public camping areas within Akagera National Park, offering a budget-friendly option for self-sufficient travelers. Muyumbu offers panoramic views, Shakani is by the lake with hippos, and Mutumba is in the northern sector. Visitors bring their own camping gear or rent basic tents and equipment from the park.

Location
Akagera National Park, Western Tanzania & Lake Victoria, Tanzania, East Africa
Type
budget_camp
Coordinates
-1.600000, 30.700000
Price range
budget
Website
https://www.akageranationalpark.org/plan-your-visit/accommodation/camping/
Dietary options
Self-catering
Night drives
Available
Child-friendly
Yes

PlnrScore: 33/100

Best Time to Visit Akagera National Park Public Campsites (Muyumbu, Shakani, Mutumba)

The best months to visit Akagera National Park Public Campsites (Muyumbu, Shakani, Mutumba) are June, July, January, based on temperature, rainfall, weather conditions, and wildlife viewing opportunities.

Month-by-Month Safari Conditions

  • January: Great, temperature 21.12°C, rainfall 58.9mm, sunshine 10.2 hrs, humidity 74.9%
  • February: Great, temperature 21.78°C, rainfall 54.6mm, sunshine 10.2 hrs, humidity 73%
  • March: Great, temperature 21.64°C, rainfall 79.3mm, sunshine 10.4 hrs, humidity 75.1%
  • April: Good, temperature 20.88°C, rainfall 93.6mm, sunshine 10.1 hrs, humidity 80.2%
  • May: Great, temperature 21.6°C, rainfall 41.8mm, sunshine 10.8 hrs, humidity 72.4%
  • June: Great, temperature 22.37°C, rainfall 3.8mm, sunshine 10.8 hrs, humidity 54.7%
  • July: Great, temperature 22.39°C, rainfall 4.1mm, sunshine 10.7 hrs, humidity 48.8%
  • August: Great, temperature 22.14°C, rainfall 30.6mm, sunshine 10.8 hrs, humidity 59.7%
  • September: Great, temperature 21.52°C, rainfall 49.3mm, sunshine 10.8 hrs, humidity 70.7%
  • October: Great, temperature 21.67°C, rainfall 62.2mm, sunshine 10.8 hrs, humidity 71.8%
  • November: Good, temperature 20.53°C, rainfall 113.7mm, sunshine 9.8 hrs, humidity 79.6%
  • December: Good, temperature 20.64°C, rainfall 74.4mm, sunshine 10.5 hrs, humidity 79.2%

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