Lake Gishanju is one of the most magical water bodies that rates Akagera National Park among a few most spectacular safari destinations in the East African region. On the northern side of Mutumba Hills, there is a dense vegetation cover that makes it a bit challenging for one to spot out wildlife animals such as the impalas, zebras, buffaloes, and many others. The papyrus beds on Lake Gishanju make it the most accessible marshy areas in Akagera National Park. A visit to Lake Gishanju is worth it especially if you wish to spot out a variety of papyrus dwellers.Book Now
Birds of Lake Gishanju
In Akagera National Park Lake Shakani, Lake Mihindi, Lake Rwanyakizinga and Lake Ihema as well as Kagera River harbor diverse aquatic species including hippos, crocodiles and water birds and as well, they also support several terrestrial species. It is set strategically in northern part of Akagera National Park which is an ideal area for game viewing. A visit to Lake Gishanju offers visitors a chance to also explore the magnificent Mutumba hills with the opportunity to see variety of wildlife species in the northern track including buffaloes, giraffes, antelopes, birds, elephants, hyenas to mention but a few.
Besides guided game drives, a visit to Lake Gishanju allows you to take part in other amazing activities including walk the Nile, bird watching, helicopter tours, behind the scenes Akagera, boat cruise, sport fishing, nature walks and many others.
Where to stay
The available accommodation choices in Akagera National Park include Magashi Luxury Camp, Ruzizi Tented Camp (Luxury) and Akagera Game Lodge (Midrange).
How to get to Akagera National Park
Lake Gishanju is found in Akagera National Park, northeastern Rwanda about 2 to 3 hours’ drive from Kigali capital city. You will connect to Kibungo or Rwamagana which is one hour’s drive. In your comfortable 4 wheel drive safari vehicle, you get into Akagera National Park through the southern entrance gate.
Rwanda is such a remarkable safari destination from the Big Five to the greatest primates in the massif Volcanoes National Park to Nyungwe forests that holds the biggest number of Chimpanzees in Africa, one fo the best spot to track Chimpanzees in Rwanda.