Park and conservation fees
Conservation and park fees and transfers may be extra.
Wilderness Magashi Camp
Akagera, Rwanda · Private concession
Lodge describes itself as: Luxury. Self-declared by the lodge, not an official grade.Tented camp
Luxury · How we rate: Explore Africa level, based on the typical lowest nightly rate per person sharing: Value under A$400, Mid-range A$400 to A$899, Luxury A$900 to A$1,799, Ultra-luxury A$1,800 or more.
How we rate
Explore Africa level, based on the typical lowest nightly rate per person sharing: Value under A$400, Mid-range A$400 to A$899, Luxury A$900 to A$1,799, Ultra-luxury A$1,800 or more.
Photo: Wilderness (as credited by Wetu gallery) · Source ↗
All inclusive (AI)
Accommodation, All meals and 6 more
8 tents
Twin/Double Tents
By air
5 hrs from Kigali International Airport
Wi-Fi in rooms
Solar power
From about A$1,440
per person / night, sharing
Overview
About Wilderness Magashi Camp
A lakeside tented camp in Akagera National Park with guided game and boat activities.
“A strong choice for wildlife lovers and birders who want variety: explore Akagera by vehicle and boat, then return to a small tented camp beside the lake.”
Best for
BirdersLuxury seekers
Known for
What you can expect to see
Big FiveLionLeopardRhinoElephantBuffaloGiraffeZebraHippoBirdlife
A lakeside safari combining Akagera’s Big Five wildlife with boat trips and birdwatching.
Your stay
What's included
Board: All inclusive (AI)
Included
- Accommodation
- All meals
- Local drinks
- Laundry
- 3% tourism tax
- Guided nature walks
- Birding
- Community visits
- Game drives
- Night drives
- Boat safaris
- Walking safaris
- Birdwatching
Not included
- Park fees
Park fees and the conservation levy are charged separately.
Optional extras (at a cost)
Reserve wines and champagne cost extra.
2026 published camp rate bands
Operator 2026 rates
From US$1,397 per person per night (1 June–31 October 2026) and US$1,117 (1 November–15 December 2026).
Facilities
Comforts and facilities
At the property
- Swimming pool
- Bar
In your room
- Wi-Fi in your room
- Mini bar
- Tea/coffee station
- Safe
- In-room WiFi
Rooms
Where you sleep
- Twin/Double Tents8 at camp · Eight en-suite canvas tented suites.
Tented suites
Eight twin or double en-suite tents facing Lake Rwanyakazinga.
Activities
Things to do
Included in your stay
Akagera experiences
Game drives, boat safaris, birding and catch-and-release fishing.
Getting there
How you'll arrive
- Kigali International Airport
- 5 hrs transfer
- Wilderness Magashi Camp
- How you arrive
- By air · 5 hrs from Kigali International Airport
- Transfers
- The private road transfer from Kigali International Airport to camp takes five hours.
Park access
Transfers run via Akagera's North Gate.
Good to know
Before you book
- Power
- Solar power
Practical details
Mobility
Some tents involve a longer raised-boardwalk walk. Discuss mobility needs and the assigned tent before booking.
Booking details
Published camp package
Operator 2026 package
Includes accommodation, meals, local drinks, laundry and tourism tax.
When to go
Best time to visit
- January: Dry season, best game viewing
- February: Dry season, best game viewing
- March: Green season
- April: Green season
- May: Green season
- June: Dry season, best game viewing
- July: Dry season, best game viewing
- August: Dry season, best game viewing
- September: Dry season, best game viewing
- October: Green season
- November: Green season
- December: Dry season, best game viewing
- Dry season, best game viewing
- Green season
Month-by-month notes
Jan
Dry season, best game viewingWildlife: Drier weather makes wildlife easier to see around water sources.
Drier weather makes wildlife easier to see around water sources.
Feb
Dry season, best game viewingWildlife: Drier weather makes wildlife easier to see around water sources.
Drier weather makes wildlife easier to see around water sources.
Mar
Green seasonWildlife: Rainy season for birdwatching, fishing and boat safaris.
Rainy season for birdwatching, fishing and boat safaris.
Apr
Green seasonWildlife: Rainy season for birdwatching, fishing and boat safaris.
Rainy season for birdwatching, fishing and boat safaris.
May
Green seasonWildlife: Rainy season for birdwatching, fishing and boat safaris.
Rainy season for birdwatching, fishing and boat safaris.
Jun
Dry season, best game viewingWildlife: Drier weather makes wildlife easier to see around water sources.
Drier weather makes wildlife easier to see around water sources.
Jul
Dry season, best game viewingWildlife: Drier weather makes wildlife easier to see around water sources.
Drier weather makes wildlife easier to see around water sources.
Aug
Dry season, best game viewingWildlife: Drier weather makes wildlife easier to see around water sources.
Drier weather makes wildlife easier to see around water sources.
Sep
Dry season, best game viewingWildlife: Drier weather makes wildlife easier to see around water sources.
Drier weather makes wildlife easier to see around water sources.
Oct
Green seasonWildlife: Rainy season for birdwatching, fishing and boat safaris.
Rainy season for birdwatching, fishing and boat safaris.
Nov
Green seasonWildlife: Rainy season for birdwatching, fishing and boat safaris.
Rainy season for birdwatching, fishing and boat safaris.
Dec
Dry season, best game viewingWildlife: Drier weather makes wildlife easier to see around water sources.
Drier weather makes wildlife easier to see around water sources.
How we judge each month
- Dry season, best game viewingAmong this property's strongest months for conditions, access and key experiences.
- GoodVery favourable conditions for this property and its key experiences.A generally good time to stay, with some normal seasonal compromises.
- Green seasonWorkable for specific priorities, with notable seasonal compromises.The property operates, but seasonal conditions bring substantial trade-offs.
Seller game-viewing guidance
June–September and December–February are the best viewing periods.
Suggested months for this interest
JunJulAugSepDecJanFeb
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Details checked November 2026. Rates and availability are confirmed when you enquire.