Visit Lake Shakani in Akagera National Park, the only lake where spot fishing is done as a tourist’s activity in Rwanda. Lake Shakani, located a few kilometres northeast of the park headquarters. Perched in the Sothern section of Akagera National Park, Lake Shakani is great birding site with plenty of beautiful bird species. More than 482 species are recorded in the park.Book Now
The view of lake Shakani found in Rwanda
Adjacent to Lake Shakani is the Shakani Campsite a great campsite for visitors to overnight, it is secure to take a night here. As you arrive at the Park headquarters you are advised to secure a park guide that will take you on a guided game drive in Akagera. Your game drive guide will assist you in spotting animals and making your safari informative and so memorable.
Fishing in Akagera is permitted at Lake Shakani and visitors are advised to carry their fishing gears. Majority guests have enjoyed the fishing activity that sees them making a roast of their catch of the day on fire. The most common fish in the lake include Catfish and Tilapia fish.
Akagera National Park has a lot to see and do and here’s is more for you to explore
Guided game drive
Explore Akagera National Park at your pace on a self –drive or take an experienced guide to accompany you. They are well informed and have keen eye for spotting wildlife!
Boat Safari
Popular on Lake Ihema. Meander along the forest –fringed lake edges, disturbing the slumber of hippos and crocodiles basking on shores. The amazing birdlife cannot be compared elsewhere. Very spectacular!
Night Game Drives
The sun in Akagera National Park might go down but the park does not sleep. Get on a night safari to see the nocturnal animals including the lions. Leopard, hyenas etc
Behind –The –Scenes-Tour
Be part of the conservation story in Akagera National Park by participating in the being the scenes tour experience. Learn more about what happens in the management of the park. Visit park headquarters, meet the staff, ask questions and hear more about conservation efforts in Akagera National Park
Walk the Nile
Stretch your legs with a 7km guided walk along the fence line. Understand how the fence works and its importance for the park management and the local community. Medium to difficult scenic walk are available for you.
Community Cultural Tours
Around the Akagera National park, several options are available for visiting the local community and learning about the social life in rural Rwanda, accompanied by a community freelance guide to ensure your village visit is informative and memorable.
Spare time and know more about Rwanda than just the Akagera National Park and it’s Lake Shakani. We want to see visitors tracking gorillas in Rwanda and seeing the Golden monkeys in Volcanoes National Park or spending time with the Chimpanzees in Nyungwe Forests.