Wilderness Magashi Peninsula is an exclusive luxury safari camp in Rwanda’s Akagera National Park. The remote property occupies a private 4,287-hectare peninsula extending into Lake Rwanyakazinga. Accessible only by boat, it offers privacy, tranquillity, and a low-density safari experience.
The Mutumba Mountains create a dramatic backdrop to the lakeside wilderness. Accommodation includes two couples’ suites and one exclusive-use villa. Each features a private plunge pool and rooftop Star Bed for sleeping beneath the night sky.
Contemporary safari design blends with traditional Rwandan craftsmanship throughout the property. Guests can enjoy private dining, personalised service, and unhurried relaxation.
Safari activities offer opportunities to encounter lions, black rhinos, elephants, leopards, buffalo, and abundant birdlife. The private-access setting creates secluded wildlife viewing away from busier areas.
Wilderness Magashi Peninsula combines refined hospitality with pristine landscapes and meaningful conservation. It offers a restorative Rwanda safari shaped by nature, privacy, and purpose.
Their story
Wilderness Magashi Peninsula supports the restoration and long-term protection of Akagera National Park. The park remains Rwanda’s last major refuge for savannah wildlife. Wilderness operates the concession with Akagera Management Company. This organisation represents a partnership between the Rwanda Development Board and African Parks.
The camp contributes to habitat protection, wildlife recovery, and responsible park management. These efforts include supporting the successful return of lions and black rhinos. Its tourism model also creates employment and economic opportunities for neighbouring communities. Every stay helps fund conservation and sustainable local development. Read more about them.
Sustainability actions
Lowest impact construction and operation
- The camp features an eco-conscious design that blends contemporary safari accommodation with local culture, utilizing natural textures and hand-crafted materials inspired by traditional Rwandan craftsmanship.
Highest level of energy efficiency
- The property operates on 100% solar power and is designed with an eco-conscious infrastructure to ensure a light environmental footprint.
Pioneer in waste management
- Wilderness’ regional operations reduce waste through composting, recycling, reusable containers, and plastic-free packaging. Food scraps support camp gardens, local farmers, preserves, and dehydrated snacks.
Using organic and chemical-free products
- The camp’s culinary offerings are designed with sustainability in mind, highlighting indigenous Rwandan ingredients, local dishes, and fresh produce. The kitchen works with locally grown vegetables and ingredients supplied directly by Rwandan farmers.
Actively protects nature and community
- Wilderness Magashi Peninsula actively supports the long-term conservation of Akagera’s savannah, woodland, wetland, and lake ecosystems by funding initiatives such as predator monitoring, invasive plant management, and youth educational programs.
- Through its partnership with the Akagera Management Company, the camp aids in wildlife rehabilitation and species reintroductions, including lions and black rhinos.
- On a community level, the camp employs staff from neighbouring villages, sponsors professional guiding certifications (including training Rwanda’s first female FGASA-certified guide), and partners with Akayange village through Children in the Wilderness (CITW) to support local education, scholarships, and long-term community upliftment.
Most Popular Activities Near Wilderness Magashi Peninsula
- Morning and afternoon game drives
- Night game drives with filtered spotlights
- Boat safaris on Lake Rwanyakazinga
- Catch-and-release fishing
- Guided nature walks
- Wildlife and birdwatching
- Rooftop Star Bed sleep-outs
- Traditional Kugisha dinners with stories and songs
Best Time To Visit Wilderness Magashi Peninsula
- The best time to visit is during the dry seasons from June to October and December to February. These months offer the most optimal conditions for game viewing, clear skies for stargazing on the rooftop Star Beds, and comfortable weather for outdoor boat safaris on Lake Rwanyakazinga.