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National park in Rwanda
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Akagera National Park is in the northeast of Rwanda measuring over 1,200 square km. After being decimated by high levels of poaching following the return of refugees and farmers after the 1994 Genocide, the park has been revived and is now the only 'Big 5' reserve in the country. Its inspiring conservation journey has seen the reintroduction of black rhinos in 2017, lions in 2015, and other game animals over the years.
You can rent a car in Kigali and make the 2 hour drive to the park yourself. If you are staying at a lodge in the park, game drives and walking safaris are offered as part of your stay.
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