Fishing in Akagera National Park is one of the tourist activities available to visitors who visit the park situated in the east of Rwanda for a savannah wildlife experience.
Akagera National Park covers an area of 1,122 square kilometers, and part of this area is covered by swamps, marshes, and lakes, making the park the largest protected wetland in East and Central Africa.
The park has 10 lakes within its boundaries, and these lakes are fed by the famous Kagera River. The most visited lakes among the 10 lakes in Akagera National Park are Lake Ihema (the largest), Lake Shakani, Lake Gishanju, Lake Mihindi, and Lake Rwanyakazinga.
Sport fishing in Akagera National Park is mostly carried out on Lake Shakani. It is a catch-and-release activity, but with an opportunity to keep one of your lucky catches and enjoy the deliciousness of fresh fish.
For those who would like to take part in fishing while on their visit to Akagera National Park, they should carry their own fishing equipment.
During the fishing activity in Akagera, participants get to learn about different fishing methods used in Rwanda, like the gill net method, cast net method, spearing and arrow method, the lampara, and the hooking method, among others.
Tilapia and catfish are among the most common fish species in Lake Shakani, so be sure you will catch one of the two species or both.
Those interested in fishing in Akagera National Park should book with the park directly or through their chosen tour operators at a fee of $25 for adults and $15 for children (6-12 years).
Also, do not forget to carry your own fishing equipment and gear.
There is also an annual catch-and-release fishing tournament carried out in Akagera National Park. This tournament is organized by the Akagera Game Lodge located within the park.
Therefore, booking for the fishing tournament should be done through the game lodge.
While out fishing in Akagera National Park, do look around for the hippos submerged in water and the different water bird species.
Other activities in Akagera National Park include game drives, boat trips, hot air balloon safaris, cultural tours, birding, behind-the-scenes tours, and walking safaris.
Combine any of these activities with fishing on your safari to Akagera.
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