Giraffes gathering on the plains of Akagera National Park

3 days · Rwanda · Easy

3-Day Akagera Big Five Safari

Lions returned in 2015 and rhinos in 2017. Akagera is a conservation comeback story you can see from an open-roof Land Cruiser, and an easy add-on to any gorilla trip.

Check availability WhatsAppFrom US$1,650 pp

Duration: 3 days
Route: Kigali → Akagera NP → Kigali
Best for: Families of all ages, Photographers
From: US$1,650 pp

Highlights

Big Five game drives
Lake Ihema boat safari
Optional night drive for leopards and hyenas
Over 480 bird species, including the shoebill

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1

Kigali to Akagera

Drive east to Akagera National Park with a game drive en route to your lodge. Late-afternoon boat safari on Lake Ihema.

Lodge or tented camp in AkageraMeals: L, D

Day 2

Full-day game drive

A full day exploring the park's savanna, woodland and wetlands. Optional guided night drive (extra fee).

Lodge or tented camp in AkageraMeals: B, L, D

Day 3

Morning drive, return to Kigali

Early game drive when the animals are most active, then return to Kigali by early afternoon.

Meals: B, L

Herd of elephants in the savanna of Akagera National Park

Topi antelope running on a hillside above the lakes of Akagera

Rolling savanna and lakes of Akagera National Park

What's included

Akagera park fees, game drives and Lake Ihema boat trip
Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
English-speaking professional driver-guide
Airport pick-up and drop-off at Kigali International Airport
Accommodation as listed, two people sharing
Meals as listed (B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner)
Park entry fees and activities named in the itinerary
Bottled drinking water in the vehicle
24/7 local support from our Kigali team

Not included

International flights
Visa fees (Rwanda issues visas on arrival for most nationalities)
Travel and medical insurance
Tips for guides, trackers and porters
Drinks, laundry and personal expenses
Optional activities not listed

Prices are per person based on two travellers sharing and depend on season, lodge choice and group size. Solo travellers, families and groups are welcome; ask us for an exact quote. Itineraries can be changed to suit you.

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