Akagera National Park Public Campsites (Muyumbu, Shakani, Mutumba) safari lodge

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

    Bush Camp · Western Tanzania & Lake Victoria, Tanzania

    Bush Camp
    Akagera National Park, Tanzania
    Luxury
    Night Drives
    Eco
    PlnrScore 64

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

    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.

    Score
    64
    Price
    Luxury
    Species
    304

    At a Glance

    Night Drives

    Available

    Dietary

    Self-catering

    Eco-Friendly

    Basic facilities, encourages leave no trace principles

    Family Friendly

    Children welcome

    Location

    Latitude

    -1.600000

    Longitude

    30.700000

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

    Activities

    Game Drive, Birding, Cultural Tour, Fishing, Spa, Gorilla Trekking, Chimpanzee Trekking

    Amenities

    Spa, Bar, Library

    Nearest Airport

    Milambi Airport

    TZ-0144
    28 km away

    Nearest International Airport

    Kigali International Airport

    KGL
    71 km away

    304

    Total Species

    28

    Mammals

    159

    Birds

    Most Observed Species

    Impala
    92 obs
    Plains Zebra
    89 obs
    Maasai Giraffe
    76 obs
    Common Hippopotamus
    62 obs
    Waterbuck
    61 obs
    Tsessebe
    49 obs
    Olive Baboon
    44 obs
    African Savanna Elephant
    42 obs
    Common Warthog
    37 obs
    African Fish-Eagle
    35 obs
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