During the wet season, roads become muddy and slippery, making certain areas inaccessible. However, it’s a much-desired time for butterfly lovers. This time of year brings a variety of butterflies to admire, surrounded by dense vegetation that flourishes with the rain.
The thick vegetation, however, can hinder proper sightings of some animal species such as lions, buffaloes, and rhinos.
During the dry season, animals are more visible due to the scorching sun, which increases their thirst and hunger.
Wake up early in the morning and pause near any water source—you will spot a variety of wild species coming to quench their thirst, while predators often stand at an angle, waiting to catch their prey.
Birds also gather in the cool environment in search of food, including species like the white-browed coucal, bare-faced go-away bird, brown-chested lapwing, blue-headed coucal, ring-necked francolin, bush shrike, long-tailed cisticola, and the white-winged swamp warbler, to mention a few.
Scientists claim that mosquitoes are fewer during the dry season, but regardless of the season, always carry insect repellent and visit your doctor beforehand to check your health.
Carrying anti-malaria drugs is also recommended to protect your health during your trip.
There are a variety of activities you can engage in once in Akagera during the dry season, such as game drives, where you tour the corners of the park from the comfort of a safari car.
While nature walks are less common during the dry season, they are one of the most exciting ventures, allowing you to explore areas where safari cars cannot reach.
Following the directions of a tour guide, you can track animal species by their footprints, which are much easier to spot during the dry season than in the rainy season.
This provides a once-in-a-lifetime experience, as you get the chance to walk behind some species, though always at a safe distance.
Bird-watching is another popular activity, followed by camping and stargazing at night.
Akagera National Park is the best tourism destination for every visitor.
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