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Overview
Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime journey through Rwanda’s breathtaking wilderness with Afri Safaris’ 3-day luxury Akagera safari the perfect escape for honeymooners, nature lovers, and thrill-seekers. This exclusive adventure blends romance, comfort, and raw African beauty for memories that last a lifetime.
Begin with a scenic drive to Akagera National Park, where golden plains and shimmering lakes host the Big Five — lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and rhinos — alongside giraffes, zebras, and antelope. Glide across Lake Ihema on a private sunset boat safari as hippos and crocodiles emerge beneath fiery skies, then embark on a thrilling night drive to spot elusive nocturnal wildlife.
At dawn, soar over Akagera in a hot air balloon, witnessing elephants and antelope from above as the sunrise paints the savannah gold. Celebrate with a champagne bush breakfast and a personalized flight certificate — the perfect finale to an unforgettable romantic adventure.
What's included
•Unforgettable photo opportunities that last a lifetime – every moment is wild and wonderful.
•Professional driver guide by Afri Safaris
•We provide a selection of cool beverages and ample fresh water in eco-friendly reusable bottles
Lunch
Dinner
•Hot Air Balloon Ride •Night Game Drive •Boat safari in Ihema lake
Breakfast
•Pick-up and drop-off anywhere in Kigali City and or Kigali airport
•Private Transport : 4x4 Open roof safari vehicle
•Entry/ Admission fee: Akagera National Park and Accommodation
•Tips and •Everything else not mentioned in the Inclusions.
What to expect
Day 1: Kigali city tour & Transfer to Akagera National Park with Sunset Boat safari
Kigali Genocide Memorial
1h
After your breakfast, Afri safaris guide will pick you up from your hotel or where you are staying in Kigali around 8h Am, with private safari vehicle after a short briefing then you will start a city tour heading to Kigali genocide memorial site, the tour ends at 10 am
10 am Leaving Kigali towards Akagera National Park for an estimated 2.5 - 3 hours drive with local expert driver guide by Afri Safaris. The transport is assured with a choice 4×4 safari vehicles with Wi-Fi connectivity to keep you connected with your lovely ones and the world.
1h · Admission ticket included
11.30 am Stop by: Bashana Companies & Imigongo Art Center. 4F4C+C4J, Kayonza
with 45 minutes stopover at Imigongo Art Center for lunch, coffee, restroom, snacks, check arts, handcrafts and relaxing.
Akagera National Park
15h · Admission ticket included
12.30 pm After having lunch, you will then be transferred to Akagera National Park for an estimated 1 hour drive.
1:30 pm - 2 pm Clearing at the park entry & Reception
2 pm - 4 pm check-in at Hotel
where you will freshen up, relax/swim and dinner.
4.30 pm - 6 pm Sunset Boat Departure
The sunset boat trip in Akagera National Park departs daily from Lake Ihema at 4:30 PM for a roughly one-hour cruise, offering views of hippos, crocodiles, and a vibrant sunset.
• Dinner & Overnight stay at Akagera Mantis Game Lodge
The Akagera National Park is one of central Africa's last-remaining refuges for endemic savannah wildlife in Rwanda and the largest protected wetland in the region.
Big 5 in Akagera National Park are one of the biggest attractions in Akagera whereby travelers get to see the Lions, Elephants, Buffalos, Leopards, and Rhinos.
Day 2: Hot air balloon ride, Safari Game Drive and Night Game Drive
Akagera National Park
1h
Hot Air Balloon
5:40 am pick up from Hotel & one way to Hot air balloon
Welcome breakfast while watching the preparation of balloon
•Balloon ride is 45 minutes to 1 hour depends on wind direction. Always we’re doing only morning sunrise time.
Visitors doing the hot air balloon tour in Akagera national park are expected to be at the takeoff place at 5:15 a.m. (this time will be altered depending on dawn time). Royal Balloon Rwanda staff will meet you & provide information as you watch the hot air balloon being prepared.
While you are enjoying your early morning coffee and snack, our skilled pilots begin to fill the balloon, providing you with the opportunity to capture beautiful photographs.
The experience concludes with a champagne celebration after landing, as is customary for hot air balloons, and the receipt of a flight certificate signed by our pilots as a memento of this amazing day.
Guests are urged to wear covered shoes and, owing to the cold temperature, to bring a coat.
Akagera National Park
20h · Admission ticket included
After your morning hot air balloon ride over Akagera National Park, you will begin a full-day game drive, traveling north through the park and stopping for a picnic lunch at the Mihindi Picnic area. This full-day activity allows you to see various animals, such as the "Big Five," grazing and hunting, and the day concludes with a drop-off at Karenge Bush Camp.
2 pm - 4 pm check-in at Hotel
where you will freshen up, relax before a night Game drive in Kilala Plain the North of the Park.
5.30 pm - 8 pm Night Game Drive
• Dinner & Overnight stay at Karenge Bush Camp
Day 3: Akagera safari game drive & Transfer back to Kigali
Akagera National Park
6h
5 am before your breakfast then you'll be picked up by Afri Safaris driver guide and start an early morning safari game drive in Kilala plain and Nyamatete that will give you more chances to spot big cats and more nocturnal animals.
9:00 am- 9:30 am Breakfast
10 am checkout at hotel and one way back to Kigali with an estimated 3 - 3.5 hours drive
Exit in the north of the park and one way back to Kigali.
We hope that you would have enjoyed your time in Akagera. The driver will drop you at the airport in Kigali or at your stay in Kigali.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
Please give some details about the hotel name for pickup or the street number of the house and the neighborhood in Kigali city. Or along the way to Akagera National Park
Additional information
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
