Park type
National Park
Region
Kagera
Size
245 km²
Elevation
1,150-1,450 meters
WetlandsBirdwatchingMigration CorridorLake VictoriaLake RumanyikaHipposSwampsNew Park 2019Over 300 Bird Species
Why visit Rumanyika-Karagwe
A 2019-designated wetland paradise with over 300 bird species, featuring Lake Rumanyika, diverse habitats, and important migration corridors near Lake Victoria.
Ecosystem & vegetation
Wetlands (1,150-1,450m elevation), woodlands, Lake Rumanyika, Rumanyika River, Nsonge Swamp, seasonal swamps, Lake Victoria adjacency. Wetland vegetation, woodland species, aquatic plants in Lake Rumanyika and swamps, grasslands, riverine vegetation along Rumanyika River.
Best time to visit
December to February (bird migration); June to October (dry season)
Getting there & practical
Access
Located near Karagwe, approximately 120 km from Bukoba. Access via regional roads in Kagera Region.
Opening hours
6:00 AM - 6:00 PM daily