1 Day Akagera National Park Safari from Kigali

Kigali, Rwanda
Duration10h - 12h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover the wild beauty of Rwanda in a single day safari at Akagera National Park, the country's only savannah wilderness. Departing Kigali at 5:00 am, experience a thrilling game drive where majestic wildlife roams freely. Encounter giraffes, elephants, and buffalo amidst stunning landscapes of open plains and serene lakes. Enjoy a leisurely lunch near a lake while observing hippos and crocodiles, followed by an afternoon drive that reveals more of the park's diverse habitats. This immersive adventure captures the heart of an African safari in just one unforgettable day.

- Early morning departure from Kigali for a full-day adventure
- Wildlife sightings include giraffes, elephants, lions, and rhinos
- Relaxed lunch near a lake with views of hippos and crocodiles
- Experience the diverse habitats and stunning landscapes of Akagera

What's included

  • Park Entry Fees
  • Bottled water
  • Vehicle
  • Lunch
  • Driver Guide
  • visa
  • tips

What to expect

  1. Akagera National Park
    10h
    A 1-day safari to Akagera National Park offers a fast yet immersive experience of Rwanda’s only savannah wilderness. You depart Kigali at 5:00 am, driving east through rolling hills to reach the park by 7:00 am. After registration, the game drive begins across open plains, lakes, and acacia woodlands. Along the way, you may see giraffes, zebras, elephants, buffalo, antelopes, and, with luck, lions or rhinos.

    By midday, you pause near a lake to watch hippos, crocodiles, and birdlife while enjoying a simple lunch. The afternoon drive reveals different habitats as animals become active again in the softer light.

    In the evening, you exit the park and return to Kigali, ending the day with a true African safari experience packed into a single unforgettable journey.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

The driver guide will be holding a placard displaying your full names and our company logo. He will be dressed in full company uniform, and the vehicle will be fully branded with company stickers for easy identification.

Additionally, he will contact you one day prior to your arrival to confirm the pick-up time and location.

Thank you.

Additional information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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