Tracking White Rhinos in Akagera National Park

Tracking White Rhinos in Akagera National Park

There is an exciting new wildlife experience in Akagera National Park: tracking white rhinos. Recently, the Rwanda Development Board (RDB) and African Parks, which manage Akagera, introduced a significant number of white rhinos into the park. This group includes 19 females and 11 males, aged 4–27 years, to encourage breeding and population growth. As a result, visitors now have an opportunity to witness one of Africa’s Big Five up close.

Why This Experience Is Unique

With these majestic animals roaming the vast savannah plains, Akagera now offers a unique tourist activity in Akagera National Park. Therefore, tourists can join a guided walking safari with rhino trackers. Moreover, the activity allows visitors to learn about rhino conservation while observing these rare animals in their natural habitat.

What to Expect when Tracking White Rhinos in Akagera National Park

Tracking white rhinos in Akagera takes place early in the morning. During the walk, tourists accompany rhino trackers across the Kilala Plains, observing the rhinos’ health and ensuring their safety. Along the way, visitors may also spot other wildlife, such as elephants, lions, buffaloes, antelopes, zebras, giraffes, and various bird species. This guided adventure not only guarantees sightings of the rarely seen rhinoceros but also offers a broader wildlife experience.

Accommodation for Rhino Tracking

This activity is currently available for guests staying at Karenge Bush Camp, a seasonal accommodation facility inside Akagera National Park. Here, visitors enjoy a remarkable camping experience in the wilderness. In addition, the camp offers magical encounters with lions, leopards, rhinos, and other wildlife, making each stay memorable.

Group Size and Costs

Each tracking session allows a maximum of four guests to join the rhino trackers on foot. Consequently, visitors enjoy an intimate and safe wildlife encounter. The cost for this exclusive experience is 75$ per person, which includes expert guidance throughout the safari.

Other Wildlife Experiences in Akagera

Akagera National Park, Rwanda’s only savannah park, also offers exceptional wildlife adventures. These include day and night game drives, boat trips on Lake Ihema, fishing, “Walk the Line” experiences, camping, behind-the-scenes tours, and community cultural encounters. In addition, these activities increase your chances of seeing diverse wildlife across the savannah plains.

Combine Adventures when Tracking White Rhinos in Akagera National Park

You can complement rhino tracking with other exciting experiences in Rwanda. For example, visit Volcanoes National Park for Gorilla Trekking, Golden Monkey trekking, and hikes on Mount Bisoke and Mount Karisimbi. Similarly, in Nyungwe National Park, enjoy Chimpanzee trekking, Canopy Walk, Colobus monkey trekking, waterfalls hiking, and guided nature walks. Therefore, visitors can create a multi-destination adventure across Rwanda.

For bookings and inquiries, email us at info@rwandaecocompany.com to arrange your tailored adventure across the beautiful land of a thousand hills.