5-Day Gorillas & Akagera Big Five Safari
Savanna and rainforest in five days. Search for lions, elephants, rhinos, buffalo and leopards in Akagera, cruise Lake Ihema among hippos, then climb into the Virungas for the gorillas.
- Duration
- 5 days
- Route
- Kigali → Akagera NP → Kigali → Volcanoes NP → Kigali
- Best for
- First-time safari-goers, Families with teens
- From
- US$3,690 pp
Highlights
- Big Five game drives in Akagera National Park
- Afternoon boat safari on Lake Ihema
- Mountain gorilla trek (permit included)
- Kigali city tour
Day-by-day itinerary
Kigali to Akagera National Park
Morning pick-up and drive east to Akagera (about 2.5 hours). Afternoon game drive, then the sunset boat safari on Lake Ihema with hippos, crocodiles and fish eagles.
Full-day game drive in Akagera
Explore from the southern lakes to the northern plains in search of lions, elephants, rhinos, giraffes and buffalo. Picnic lunch in the bush.
Akagera to Musanze via Kigali
Early game drive on the way out, then drive west via Kigali to Musanze at the foot of the volcanoes.
Gorilla trekking
Trek to your gorilla family in Volcanoes National Park. Afternoon optional community visit or rest.
Return to Kigali
Drive back to Kigali with a stop for coffee and crafts. Drop-off at the airport or your hotel.
What's included
- Rwanda gorilla trekking permit (US$1,500 per person per trek)
- 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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