MANTIS AKAGERA GAME LODGE Updated 2025 2026 Prices & Reviews (Akagera National Park, Rwanda)

Mantis Akagera Game Lodge

Safari Comfort at Lake Ihema’s Edge, Akagera NP

Located on the tranquil southern shore of Lake Ihema, Mantis Akagera Game Lodge offers warm hospitality and a relaxed safari atmosphere within Akagera National Park. Surrounded by papyrus swamps and lush woodland, the lodge serves as an ideal base for wildlife exploration, birdwatching, and wildlife boat cruises. The setting is both serene and wildlife-rich—hippos splash just steps from your window, while pods of waterbirds drift by on the lake.

The lodge features 15 well-appointed stone cottages, each with a private balcony or deck overlooking the lake or gardens. Interiors are elegantly styled with local décor, cushioned beds, and en-suite bathrooms. Soft lighting, comfortable furnishings, and warm service create a peaceful ambiance that feels intimately connected to the surrounding wilderness.

Ideal For:

  • Nature and birdwatching enthusiasts

  • Families and small groups seeking lakeside tranquility

  • Couples desiring relaxed yet immersive safari stays

  • Guests combining comfort with authentic safari experiences

Key Features:

  • 15 individual cottages with en-suite bathrooms and panoramic lake or garden views

  • On-site bar, lounge, infinity pool, and lakeside fire pit

  • Guided game drives and boat safaris on Lake Ihema

  • Excellent biodiversity—including hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and over 400 bird species

  • Sustainability focus: locally sourced furnishings, solar heating, and wastewater treatment

  • Boat-based sunset cruises and lakeside sundowner experiences

  • Easy access to park landmarks like the East African Papyrus Swamp and stunning viewpoints

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