3-Day Akagera Game Drive Safari
3-Day Akagera Game Drive Safari — Big Five Rwanda | Akagera & Apes
Tour Overview
Rwanda's Greatest Conservation Success Story
Embark on an unforgettable 3-Day Akagera Game Drive Safari with Akagera & Apes. This expertly curated itinerary offers a perfect blend of classic East African savannah adventure and immersive local culture, all starting and ending in the vibrant city of Kigali.
Akagera National Park stands as one of Africa's greatest conservation success stories, recently named one of National Geographic's Best of the World destinations. As Rwanda's only savannah park, it plays proud host to the iconic Big Five — lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and buffaloes — alongside thriving populations of giraffes, zebras, and topis.
Over three days, you will traverse breathtaking rolling hills, cruise across a complex wetland system teeming with hippos and giant Nile crocodiles, and connect with the heritage of the hospitable communities living along the park's borders. It is the ultimate compact safari experience for wildlife lovers and cultural explorers alike.
In the Wild
Safari Gallery
Primary Highlights
What You'll Experience
Day-by-Day
Detailed Itinerary
Activity
Warm welcome in Kigali by your professional Akagera & Apes guide. Scenic 2.5-hour drive eastward through Rwanda's signature winding hills to Akagera National Park, arriving in time for lunch at your lodge.
Highlights
In the late afternoon, head to the tranquil waters of Lake Ihema — Central Africa's largest protected wetland system — for a spectacular Sunset Boat Cruise. Drift past massive pods of yawning hippos and some of the largest Nile crocodiles on the continent basking on papyrus-fringed banks. Bird enthusiasts will enjoy over 500 recorded species, including African fish eagles, colourful kingfishers, and potentially the rare Shoebill stork.
Quick Reference
Tour Summary
| Day | Activity Highlights |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Pick up in Kigali · Transfer to Akagera · Sunset Boat Cruise |
| Day 2 | Morning Big Five Game Drive · Evening Community Walk |
| Day 3 | Mid-morning park departure · Return transfer to Kigali |
What's Covered
Included & Excluded
Included
- Meals (full board)
- Bottled water
- Private safari vehicle & driver
- English-speaking expert guide
- Accommodation
- Park access fees
- Sunset boat cruise on Lake Ihema
- All activities detailed in the itinerary
Not Included
- Tips & gratuities
- Laundry services
- Beverages & drinks
- International flights
- Rwanda visa
- Travel insurance
- Items of a personal nature
- Optional activities & extras not listed
Logistics
Departure & Return
Departure / Return
This tour starts and ends in Kigali, Rwanda
Departure Time
Please arrive at least 2 hours before your flight
Starting From
$350
per person
No payment required to enquire
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Spaces are limited to 8 guests per departure. Our team will reach out within 48 hours to confirm availability and handle every detail of your Rwanda safari.
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