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Explore Akagera National Park in March – Wet Season Wildlife Adventures

Easter Safari Guide - Exploring Akagera National Park in Rwanda

Akagera National Park in March – March marks the start of the wet season, meaning the pathways can get muddy, so be sure to pack gumboots and rain jackets.

During this time of year, it is advisable to rent a four-wheel-drive car to ease movement throughout the park as you enjoy sightings of zebras grazing or giraffes resting alongside the tree branches.

Make sure to carry warm clothes, as the nights at the park can be extremely chilly. However, hotels are available to provide the best services, offering cozy rooms with warm blankets. Campfires are also set up to add a unique flavor to your safari experience.

Explore Akagera National Park in March - Wet Season Wildlife Adventures

Warm tea or American coffee is served in such settings for a lovely stay, with lunch and dinner provided at the appropriate times.

In Akagera National Park, visitors can engage in various activities, such as bird-watching. Birds are lively species, and you will spot them throughout the park, especially in the forest.

An interesting aspect of bird-life is that many species migrate from other countries, and during this season, they move to areas with favorable conditions.

Other activities include game drives, which remain comfortable during the rainy season.

You can tour the park from the comfort of your seat, or dive into hiking if you brought suitable hiking shoes for the weather.

Experienced tour guides are always on hand to lead you through the adventure.

Once the rain stops, you can also enjoy fishing, using either local or advanced methods. The waters are teeming with tilapia, mud-fish, catfish, and many other species.

March sounds the trumpet, inviting you to join one of the most enticing adventures of the year!

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We plan safaris in Akagera National Park and across Rwanda, from one-day trips out of Kigali to longer journeys with gorilla and chimpanzee trekking. Our guides cover when to go, where to stay and what you can expect to see, so you can plan with confidence.

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