Spend a wonderful day at Lutembe bay - Uganda Safari tours

In case you are looking for a place where nature and beautiful birds are readily available for relaxation and breathtaking experience,then look no further than Lutembe bay located just on the shores of Lake Victoria.For many years,this place has been gaining rapid growth as various tourists from different countries have been educed to extend their Uganda safaris.It is one of the best places in the country where a visitor relaxes while enjoying some wonderful views.

Bird watching at Lutembe bay is a lifetime experience due to the presence of various species including the endemic,pandemic and migratory birds.Its location on the shores of lake Victoria enables it to attract various waterbirds and also migritory birds from different parts of the world especially Europe which mix with other rare birds only found in Uganda.Relaxing at Lutembe bay especially in the evening hours enables one to have a clear view of the different species of birds and trust me,your safari tour will be spiced up by this experience.

Located in Mpigi district about 35 kilometers from Kampala,the capital city of Uganda,Lutembe Bay is one of the few places in the world where birds are found in abundance yet not in captivity.It harbors over 1000 bird species which fly above the whole area making it even hard sometimes to see the sky.Some are too small that one must use binoculars to view them clearly.

Apart from the Palearctic migrant birds,there are various bird species at Lutembe bay including;-papyrus yellow warbler, shoebill,Madagascar Squacco,African skimmer great snipe, papyrus gonolek, shoebill, great knot,White winged black terns,cattle egrets,gull billed terns,grey-headed gulls,long-toed plover,papyrus gonolek,parlearctic ducks,Madagascar squacco and many more.\

We can help you tour this place at low costs all you need to do is to inquire with us and we shall arrange a safari trip basing on your desires.

Best time to visit Rwanda - Rwanda Safaris

Rwanda has a fairly temperate temperature that favours travel throughout the year.The country is near  the equator at a high altitude,which gives it a natural highland atmosphere and consistent temperature.Variations in the countries climate is due to the difference in the altitude or seasons but not regions.

One of Rwanda's hills

The northeast of Rwanda experiences more rainfall compared to other parts of the country.This is the area with most highlands including the Volcanoes.In other areas, climate does not fluctuate frequently month to month and this makes it steady all year around.

Rwanda has mainly 4 seasons that a visitor should know before planning a visit to this wonderful country.The highland areas are cooler than other areas that have a temperature of about 30 degrees Celsius,during daytime.
The capital city of Rwanda (Kigali) has an average temperature that is about 21 degrees Celsius.

Activities between March and Mid May
This is the time when Rwanda experiences a long rainy season which is unrelenting.This season is so serious in the highland areas.Gorilla Safaris during this season is not suitable but chimpanzee tracking in Nyungwe area can workout.During this season chimp tracking is possible because the fruits in the forest ripen and the chimpanzees come out in large numbers to eat them.

Activities between  mid May and Mid October
During this period,it is always a dry season in Rwanda and it is the best time for gorilla trackers to visit the country.Gorilla tracking during this time is easy and it is mainly carried out in Volcanoes National Park.
Game viewing is also recommended during this time because wild animals converge at the water sources during day so as to take water.Some of the animals to see in Rwanda at this Time include;Buffaloes,golden monkeys,mountain gorillas and elephants.After taking water ( in the evening),the animals go back to their respective places where they stay and gorillas go back to the rainforest.

Activities between Mid October and November
A short rain period is experienced during this period and it is also known as a birding period.Most trees and plants flower during this period and so different birds gather to eat the fresh seeds.
A birding Safari is advisable during this period.Another activity that can be done during this season is taking photographs at the beautiful hills covered by flowers.The scenery at the highlands is magnificent.

Activities between December and February
This is a short dry season and it is also a suitable period for game viewing.Hiking safaris are also at a peak during this period plus mountain climbing.

Akagera National Park - Rwanda Safaris

Where is it found?
Akagera National Park is found in the East of Rwanda near Kibungu city.Covering an area of about 2500 square kilometers of Savannah the park has a magnificent view of the Kagera River that denotes the frontier with Tanzania.
The park is on Rwanda's border with Tanzania in the east and it is the most standing out site at the place.The park has rolling sandstone hills in the west that are cut by a narrow,deep valley.In the east,there are predominant swamps and flood-plains that are breathtaking.

What a visitor should expect at the Park?

Hippos in Akagera River

Akagera National Park is composed of wonderful touch of the wild life due to the presence of rare mammals that roam about the whole area.These mammals and birds are easily seen and a visitor can take clear photos with them.
Some of the wild animals that one cannot miss out on a Safari to this park include;elephants,zebras,buffaloes,bush babies,crocodiles, hippopotamus and many more.Sometimes visitors get a chance to see hiding animals at the park such as lions,leopards and the black rhinos.

Birding is another adventure that the park has to offer with over 150 bird species.These birds are well seen in the morning and evening as they fly few meters from the ground.The park is also known for harboring waterbirds that are rare to find.Some of the birds include;black-headed gonalek,heuglin's robin-chat, gorgeous lilac-breasted roller,giant horn bill,crested barbet, Ross's turaco and many more.

What are some of the activities carried out at the Park?
There are numerous activities that the park can offer and this include the following:
-Game drive:Get a chance to get close to the wild animals and even take photos with them on your game drive at the park.These game drives are guided and are organised both in the morning and evening.While on the drive,many wild animals are seen as they graze and pay in the Savannah.
Strong vehicles are used to get you through this East African wild.

-Birding;Presence of a wide variety of birds at this park offers birders a paradise to embrace.The rare birds that are seen flying and sailing on River Kagera,spices up the safari.

Other activities at the park include;Evening walks,cultural walks,nature walks and boat cruising.

Akagera Lodge

Where to stay 
-Akagera game Lodge:This is the only accommodation in the park.The Lodge is magnificent with great views of the park.At the front of the Lodge,there is a pool where visitors go for sunbathing and relaxing.The Lodge has comfortable rooms and modern facilities.

Alternatively,one can decide to camp at Akagera Camp site.This site overlooks the Akagera River and one can have a wonderful view of the Lake while at his/her tent.

How to get to the Park
The park can be accessed from  Kigali and this is about 12km which takes about 2 hours while using the road,while from Kibungo,it takes 1 hour.
It is advisable to use 4  by 4 vehicles while travelling to this park.