Magashi Camp, operated by Wilderness Safaris, sits on the shore of Lake Rwanyakazinga in a remote, low-traffic section of Akagera National Park. Its six tented rooms position guests directly for the park's Big Five game viewing, with elephant, buffalo, and increasingly lion sightings common from camp itself.
Quick facts
- Location: Lake Rwanyakazinga, Akagera National Park
- Rooms: Six tented rooms
- Operator: Wilderness Safaris
- Best for: Big Five game drives and boat safaris in a quiet, low-traffic part of the park
Why Magashi Camp stands out
Akagera's northern reaches, where Magashi sits, see considerably less vehicle traffic than the park's more accessible southern sections, giving a genuinely remote big-game safari feel that's increasingly rare to find within a short flight or drive of a major East African capital. The camp's small room count reinforces that sense of exclusivity.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get to Magashi Camp?
By light aircraft charter or road transfer from Kigali, roughly 2 to 3 hours by road to the park, with a further transfer to the camp's northern location.
What wildlife is most reliably seen from Magashi Camp?
Elephant and buffalo are common; lion sightings have increased steadily since the park's 2015 reintroduction, though are not guaranteed on any single visit.
Magashi Camp is included in our 8 Days Rwanda Grand Safari Collection.