Embark on an exhilarating safari adventure as you venture into Akagera National Park, the only Savannah park in Rwanda. Prepare to be awe-struck by the diverse array of wildlife that calls this park home. Immerse yourself in the untamed beauty of the African wilderness as you encounter majestic Lions, mighty Elephants, graceful Giraffes, magnificent Hippos, elegant Kobs, striking Zebras, elusive Bushbucks, and graceful Waterbucks. Witness the recent reintroduction of Black Rhinos from South Africa, which has elevated Akagera National Park to its status as an official Big 5 park, reminiscent of its past glory. Experience the thrill of observing these incredible creatures in their natural habitat, as expert guides lead you through the park's captivating landscapes. Capture unforgettable moments on your safari, surrounded by the sights, sounds, and scents of the African bush. Let the enchantment of the safari immerse you in a truly extraordinary and transformative wildlife encounter.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Professional driver-guide/ English & French speaking
✔ Private Transportation: Safari car with pop up roof/ jeep 4x4
✔ Bottled water
✔ Pick up and drop off any where in Kigali.
✔ Boat trip fees
✔ Admission fees for the park.
✖ Accommodation and meals , we help you to book it depend to availability.
✖ Anything not explicitly mentioned
Pickup Locations
1. Guevara Boutique Hotel & Restaurant
2. The Hideaway Boutique Hotel
3. Amigo Hostel Kigali
4. Home Free Hotel
5. Kigali Homestay
6. Kim Hotel
7. Macchiato Suites
8. Silver Motel
9. Trois Payote Accomodations
10. BB1 Kiyovu
11. Governor's Residence
12. IGITEGO Boutique Hotel
13. Igitego Boutique Hotel
14. Secret Place Guest House
15. Kigali Delight Hotels
16. Nature Kigali
17. Gardenia Apartment by Rokxy Apart-Management
18. Cari Hotel
19. Maison De Omashi Guest Room And Suites
20. Kami Executive Apartments
Additional Info: Travelers can present their location via Google map.
Itinerary
Transfer to Akagera national park from Kigali
1
Kigali
Today, after your relaxed morning breakfast at your hotel, you will be picked by our safari guide and leave for Akagera national park, the journey to Akagera national park takes about 2.5 hours depending on the stopovers along the way, with the beautiful un winding landscape en route to the park, feel free to ask the guide for stopovers to capture some photos. On arrival at the park, we shall proceed to our accommodation after a short game drive and check in for lunch. We order lunch and later head for a boat trip on Lake Ihema watch Hippos and crocodiles in the water or by the shores and meet the buffaloes and elephants wallowing by the water banks. Later return to the lodge for dinner and evening stay.
Duration: 2.5 hours
2
From Kigali, mid-way: Stop-over by Imigongo Art Center and cafe for leg stretching, viewing Imigongo arts, using the washrooms. You may also opt to buy a cup of coffee or anything else there.
Duration: 20 minutes
3
Akagera National Park
Reaching Akagera by 12h30, proceed with registration and Covid-19 formalities. Head to Akagera Mantis Lodge or Ruzizi Tented Lodge for lunch and check-in before diving through the park to Ihema lake, the largest lake in the park and the second largest in Rwanda. Enjoy the one-hour boat ride exploring the nature in the forest.
Duration: 4 hours
4
Akagera National Park
Reach Akagera Game Lodge or Ruzizi Tented Lodge, depending on your accommodation for lunch and check-in before going for the boat ride.
Duration: 1.5 hours
Game drive and Transfer back to Kigali.
1
Akagera Live Tour
After an early morning breakfast at 7:30 am and leave for a early morning game drive in Akagera national park to catch up with late hunters and early risers. We will be searching for the big mammals like Elephants, Giraffes, Buffaloes, several Antelope species, and recently the re-introduced Lions and Rhinos. The park is a varied habitat for wildlife and a number bird species with over 500 bird species in the park making it a birding paradise. Meal Plan Breakfast- lunch.
You will leave the lodge with parked lunch for the game drive which will last about 6 hours depending on your interests before starting the journey back to Kigali. You will take the route along the lake which more often has a variety of animals to site along. You will later be dropped at the lodge/hotel/home or airport to catch up with your evening flight.
Duration: 6 hours
Additional info
• Service animals allowed
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
