Walking Along Akagera National Park Fence
Walking along Akagera National Park fence is extremely rewarding. This starts from the park entrance after a short briefing on the safety measures to be followed and takes visitors about 7 kilometers through the verdant rolling hills while following the fence on the outside of the Park. Guided by an experienced community freelance guide, the two-hour walk usually climaxes at the top of the ridge with jaw-dropping views of the surrounding savannah plains, woodlands, and hills from all directions.
Akagera, Rwanda’s only savannah-dominated National Park is full of unforgettable natural wonders but what amazes visitors more is the chance to undertake unique tourist activities that include walking along the park fence. Visitors can therefore choose to spend their morning in the shoes of a fence attendant who daily takes a stroll through a section of the 120-kilometer fence line. Book Now
When to undertake the walk along Akagera National Park Fence
The walks along Akagera National Park Fence can be done throughout the year, although June to September and December to February provide the best walking conditions marked by drier trails. This is because there is less rainfall in these months hence making it perfect for walking along the Park Fence. The wet months of March to May and October to November are normally avoided due to heavy rains and muddy/slippery trails. However, there are lower numbers of visitors doing Park activities hence more privacy.
What to wear/carry for the walk along Akagera National Park Fence
Comfort is crucial when undertaking walks anywhere in the wilderness and for this reason, you should wear a long-sleeved shirt, long safari pants of neutral color, sturdy hiking boots, and a hat. Make sure that you don’t forget to carry enough drinking water (hence a reusable water bottle is a must-have), energy-giving snacks, a rain jacket, a waterproof backpack, a good camera, and a pair of binoculars for sighting different bird species during the walk along Akagera National Park Fence.
Where to stay in/around Akagera National Park
The best way to explore more of Akagera National Park beyond the walk along the Park Fence is by spending more nights and there are a number of accommodation facilities that include Magashi Camp, Akagera Game Lodge, Ruzizi Tented Lodge, Karenge Bush Camp, Akagera Transit Lodge, and Campsites, to mention but a few.
Besides walking along Akagera National Park Fence, other adventures to enjoy in Akagera National Park include game drives, boat rides on Lake Ihema, bird watching, guided bush/nature walks, behind-the-scenes Tours, sport fishing, community walks/tours, biking tours, Camping, and hot air balloon tours.
