The Ruzizi Tented Lodge is the only one of its kind in Rwanda.
The Ruzizi Lodge is located in Rwanda’s only protected Savannah Park, The Akagera Reserve. The lodge was built in 2012 on the shores of Rwanda’s second largest lake, Lake Ihema. The carefully planned lodge blends perfectly into its beautiful scenic background. The surrounding nature, from the trees to the vegetation and the lake, has all been incorporated in the lodge’s overall look.
Originally, Ruzizi Tented Lodge had only 7 tents to accommodate 14 guests, but recently added a luxury tree top tent that is set 4 meters above the ground overlooking Lake Ihema. The new tent has polished wooden floors, a double hammock on the deck, a luxurious king-sized bed, freestanding bath, double sinks and an outdoor shower.
All lodge tents have an en-suite bathroom with hot and cold running water, a dressing area and comfortable beds with a small front terrace. The tents are all connected to the main lodge via a wooden boardwalk. With the addition of the luxury tree top tent, Ruzizi can now accommodate 20 people.
The lodge has a thatched central reception area with a lounge bar and dining area. It also has a large deck with a fireplace overlooking Lake Ihema. The Ruzizi Tented Lodge also happens to be powered entirely by Solar Energy.
Surrounding the lodge, the Akagera National Park is the only protected Savannah area in Rwanda. The unique park has Buffalo, Impala, Zebra, Topi and various species of the smaller antelope, Elephants, Hippo, Crocodile, Baboons, Vervet Monkeys, Blue Monkeys, Leopard, Hyena, Jackal, Genet, Bushbabies, Porcupine, Sitatunga and Shoebill birds.
Tourism is Rwanda’s largest foreign exchange earner with $282 million earned in 2012. Ruzizi is a major attraction and a contributor to Rwanda’s tourism earnings. With the addition of the luxury tree top tent, Ruzizi can now accommodate 20 people. Tourism is Rwanda’s largest foreign exchange earner with $282 million earned in 2012. With the addition of this new unit, the country will draw a lot of revenue from the industry.
