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1-Day Akagera Safari Adventure

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  • Duration : 1 Day
  • Adventure Tour

Tour Planning

Destination 1 Rwanda
Sub Destinations:
Nyamasheke
Nyungwe
Western Rwanda
Chimps

Experience the magic of Akagera National Park on a one-day safari. Located in eastern Rwanda, Akagera is home to rolling savannahs, lakes, and diverse wildlife. Spot the Big Five, giraffes, zebras, and over 500 bird species. This short but rich adventure is ideal for nature lovers, photographers, and anyone seeking a true taste of Rwanda’s wild beauty—all within easy reach from Kigali.

Activities and Transportation

  • A transfer from and back to the airport is included
  • Activities: game drives
  • Game drives: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
  • Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle

Tour Features

  • Can be customized
  • Can start any day
  • Day tour
  • Minimum age of 15 years
  • Shared tour
  • Suitable for single travelers

    Included

  • Park fees (For non-residents)
  • All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
  • All Taxes/VAT
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Drinking water (On all days)

    Excluded

  • International flights (From/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Getting There

  • This tour starts and ends in Kigali
  • This operator can help select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
  • Fly to/from Kigali Airport (KGL - Check price)
  • A transfer from and back to the airport is included
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost

Tour Itinerary

  • Your adventure begins at 5:00 AM with a pick-up from your hotel in Kigali for a scenic 2-hour drive to Akagera National Park. After check-in at the park entrance, you'll enjoy breakfast at a nearby lodge before starting your morning game drive. You'll explore the park’s open plains and rolling hills in search of elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, hippos, rhinos, and a wide variety of birds. If you're lucky, you might even spot a lion, leopard, or hyena. Around midday, you'll pause for a picnic lunch in the heart of the park. In the afternoon, you'll continue your safari through different areas to capture more of Akagera’s wildlife and breathtaking scenery. As the day winds down, reflect on the incredible sights and sounds as we drive back to Kigali. You'll arrive in the evening and be dropped off at your hotel or the airport, carrying unforgettable memories of Rwanda’s wild beauty.

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Frequently Asked Questions

We provide flight bookings, hotel reservations, holiday packages, visa assistance, travel insurance, and customized travel itineraries.

Visit our office, or contact us by phone or email. Our travel consultants are here to assist you.

Yes, we offer discounts for group bookings. Please contact us for details and availability.

Absolutely! We specialize in creating tailor-made travel itineraries to suit your preferences and budget.

We accept credit/debit cards, bank transfers, and online payments. Cash payments can also be made at our office.

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