2 Day Akagera National Park Safari

Price

From 800 USD

Duration

2 Days

Tour Type

Wildlife Tour

Language

English

Tour Summary

This 2 day Akagera National Park Safari is a perfect short getaway for wildlife lovers seeking a classic savannah experience in Rwanda’s only savannah national park. Akagera National Park is home to over 1,500 large mammals and approximately 500 bird species, and it is the only park in Rwanda where you have a chance to see the Big Five.

The safari includes thrilling game drives across open plains and a scenic boat cruise on Lake Ihema, where you will encounter aquatic wildlife such as hippopotamuses and crocodiles, as well as a rich variety of birdlife. The tour starts and ends in Kigali, making it ideal for travelers with limited time.

Arrival

You will be picked up from Kigali International Airport or your hotel.
Pre-tour accommodation can be arranged at an extra cost.

Day 1: Kigali – Akagera National Park | Game Drive & Boat Cruise

After an early breakfast, your professional driver-guide will pick you up from your hotel in Kigali at 7:00 AM and begin the drive to Akagera National Park. Along the way, you may stop for photography and to visit roadside vendors.

Upon arrival at the park, you will enjoy a short introductory game drive before proceeding to your lodge for check-in, lunch, and relaxation.

In the afternoon, depart for a boat cruise on Lake Ihema, one of the highlights of Akagera National Park. During the cruise, you will see hippopotamuses, crocodiles, and numerous bird species including shoebill storks, herons, jacanas, ibis, and gonoleks.

After the boat cruise, return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation Options:

Luxury: Ruzizi Tented Camp / Magashi Camp
Mid-range: Akagera Game Lodge
Budget: Dereva Hotel

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 2: Morning Game Drive & Return to Kigali

Enjoy an early breakfast before setting out for a morning game drive in Akagera National Park. Game drives offer excellent opportunities to spot wildlife such as lions, elephants, leopards, buffalos, giraffes, zebras, rhinos, topis, and antelopes, among others.

After the game drive, return to the lodge area for lunch. You will then depart for Kigali, with drop-off at your hotel or Kigali International Airport, marking the end of the safari.

Accommodation: No overnight stay
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 1: Pick-up from Kigali, drive to Akagera National Park, short game drive & afternoon boat cruise
Day 2: Morning game drive, return drive to Kigali

Cost Includes

Park entrance fees
Game drives
Boat cruise on Lake Ihema
Accommodation
Meals
Transport
Professional guide services

Cost Excludes

Packing List

Comfortable walking shoes
Rain jacket
Camera
Binoculars

Age Limit

There is no age limit for this safari. Families and children are welcome.

Transport

The drive from Kigali to Akagera National Park takes approximately 3–4 hours.

Budget option: Safari vans
Mid-range & luxury: 4×4 Safari Land Cruisers

All vehicles feature pop-up roofs for wildlife viewing, air conditioning, ample legroom, and are driven by professional driver-guides.

Best Time to Visit

Akagera National Park can be visited year-round. The most preferred months are June–September and December–February, which are generally drier and offer excellent wildlife viewing.