1 Day Akagera National Park Safari
A full day of game drives in Rwanda's Big Five park, with lunch by the lake and an optional boat safari on Lake Ihema.
Enquire About This TourOverview
Akagera covers the savanna, lakes and papyrus swamps along Rwanda's eastern border with Tanzania. Lions and rhinos have been reintroduced, and a single day can bring elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, hippos and crocodiles, plus hundreds of bird species. We leave Kigali before dawn so you are in the park for the best morning light.
- Game Drive
- Boating
Highlights
- Big Five country, with lions and rhinos reintroduced
- Morning and afternoon game drives
- Picnic lunch by the lake
- Optional boat safari on Lake Ihema
- Over 500 bird species
Itinerary
A typical running order. Justin adjusts timings around your group, the weather and park conditions.
- 1
5:30 am: Pick-up in Kigali
A 2 to 3 hour drive east through the countryside to Akagera.
- 2
Park briefing
An introduction to Akagera's history, ecosystems and conservation story.
- 3
Morning game drive
Across the savanna and wetlands looking for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras and antelope.
- 4
Lunch by the lake
A picnic lunch or lunch at a lodge overlooking the water.
- 5
Afternoon game drive and Lake Ihema
Deeper into the park for buffalo, hippos, crocodiles and hyenas, with an optional boat safari on Lake Ihema if time allows.
- 6
Evening: Back in Kigali
Arrive back at your hotel at around 6:30 to 7:00 pm.
What's Included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Kigali
- Private 4x4 vehicle with pop-up roof
- Professional English- or French-speaking guide
- Lunch and bottled water
- All taxes
Not Included
- Park entry fees and activity permits (we book these and quote them with your trip)
- Lake Ihema boat safari (optional, can be added)
- International flights and visa
- Travel insurance
- Tips for guides, trackers and porters
- Drinks and personal purchases
Plan Your Visit
The practical details, so you know what to expect before you enquire.
Duration
Best time to visit
Fitness level
Getting there
What to bring
- Neutral-coloured clothing
- Binoculars
- Camera with a zoom lens
- Sun hat and sunscreen
- Insect repellent
Want to Book This Trip?
Every tour is quoted individually for your group size, dates and accommodation style. Send Justin your plans and he will come back with a tailored itinerary and quote.
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