Rwanda Camps & Lodges
Karenge Bush Camp, Akagera National Park, Rwanda
A Tented Camp in Rwanda
Camp Details
Karenge Bush Camp is a rustic, fully catered bush camp featuring seven en-suite tented chalets (canvas on raised wooden decks).
The canvas central area includes a lounge, dining area and bar, an outdoor fire pit and a wooden deck with wonderful views over the bushveld below. Karenge means ‘small footprint’ in Kinyarwanda, which reflects this camp’s rustic charm and light ecological footprint.
Perched on a ridge overlooking the wildlife-rich Kilala Plains below, Karenge is an off-the-grid getaway for safari enthusiasts seeking privacy and solitude. In the remote north of Akagera National Park, the camp is completely unfenced to give guests a natural safari experience. The camp is conveniently located a short drive from the north (exit only) gate to the national park – near productive game-viewing areas.
WHY CHOOSE KARENGE BUSH CAMP?
- Sizeable herds of buffalo, topi and zebra are everywhere in Akagera, taking advantage of bountiful grasses.
- Spotted hyenas and leopards are found in healthy numbers in the park.
- Elephants feed peacefully in woodland valleys below and the breathtaking vistas are almost primaeval.
Questions about Karenge Bush Camp
How does Karenge differ from the other camps in Akagera?
It is the rustic, off-the-grid option: seven en-suite tented chalets of canvas on raised wooden decks, with a canvas central area, fire pit and a deck over the bushveld. The camp is completely unfenced and sits on a ridge above the Kilala Plains in the remote north of the park.
Can we bring young children?
Children aged six and over are welcome at Karenge. The unfenced setting and the emphasis on privacy and solitude mean it suits older children and adults more than toddlers; for younger families we can suggest alternatives in Akagera.
What do the rates include?
Rates are US$220 per person per night in the shoulder months and US$250 from mid-December to February and June to September, and they cover accommodation and all meals only. Activities and park fees sit outside that, so we will lay out the full picture when we quote.
Activities
Karenge Bush Camp Rates, Activities & Amenities
Rates
| Year | Season | Type | Rates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 01 March - 31 May; 01 October - 14 December | – | US $ 220 |
| 2026 | 15 December - 28 February; 01 June - 30 September | – | US $ 250 |
Rates are Per Person Per Night unless otherwise specified.
Inclusions
Karenge Bush Camp rates include – Accommodation and all meals only.
Questions about Karenge Bush Camp
How does Karenge differ from the other camps in Akagera?
It is the rustic, off-the-grid option: seven en-suite tented chalets of canvas on raised wooden decks, with a canvas central area, fire pit and a deck over the bushveld. The camp is completely unfenced and sits on a ridge above the Kilala Plains in the remote north of the park.
Can we bring young children?
Children aged six and over are welcome at Karenge. The unfenced setting and the emphasis on privacy and solitude mean it suits older children and adults more than toddlers; for younger families we can suggest alternatives in Akagera.
What do the rates include?
Rates are US$220 per person per night in the shoulder months and US$250 from mid-December to February and June to September, and they cover accommodation and all meals only. Activities and park fees sit outside that, so we will lay out the full picture when we quote.
Activities
Child Policy
Children 6 years and older are welcome at Karenge Bush Camp.
Questions about Karenge Bush Camp
How does Karenge differ from the other camps in Akagera?
It is the rustic, off-the-grid option: seven en-suite tented chalets of canvas on raised wooden decks, with a canvas central area, fire pit and a deck over the bushveld. The camp is completely unfenced and sits on a ridge above the Kilala Plains in the remote north of the park.
Can we bring young children?
Children aged six and over are welcome at Karenge. The unfenced setting and the emphasis on privacy and solitude mean it suits older children and adults more than toddlers; for younger families we can suggest alternatives in Akagera.
What do the rates include?
Rates are US$220 per person per night in the shoulder months and US$250 from mid-December to February and June to September, and they cover accommodation and all meals only. Activities and park fees sit outside that, so we will lay out the full picture when we quote.
Activities
Activities
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