About this experience
Akagera game drive, combined with Ihema Lake Boat Ride. We leave Kigali early and drive for an estimated 3.5 hours to reach Akagera National Park. With our local and friendly tour guide, the transport is assured with a 4x4 Toyota Rav4 car with WIFI onboard to keep you connected with your loved ones and the world (***Some spots in the park do not have connectivity***).
The game-drive is spiced with the stunning one-hour Ihema boat ride.
Spend the entire day through the park to depart back and reach Kigali in the evening. Akagera National Park has a diversity of wildlife including buffaloes, elephants, giraffes, zebras, impalas and many others. After a long time being extinct, the black rhinos and lions have recently been restocked though their sighting is always not guaranteed due to their small number and the hiding character of the black rhino. Enjoy the game drive viewing the natural habitat of different animals, birds and enjoying the view of different lakes and landscape.
At a glance
- Duration: 14 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 14 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- A Stunning Ihema Boat Ride in Akagera National Park
- WiFi on board
- Pick-up and drop-off anywhere in Kigali City or along the way to Akagera
- Drinking water with reusable bottles required by park. Single-use plastic bottles no longer allowed.
- A driver-guide by Countryside Tours-Rwanda
- 220-240V electrical current for phones and portable devices
- Akagera Transit Lodge picnic lunch
- Transport: 4WD Toyota Rav4 vehicle or another safari car
Not included
- Akagera entry fee
- Akagera National Park guide
- Breakfast
- Anything not explicitly mentioned in the inclusions
Itinerary and highlights
Mid-way: Stop-over by Imigongo Art Center and cafe for leg stretching, viewing Imigongo arts, using the washrooms. You may also opt to buy a cup of coffee or your takeaway lunch there.
1. No Covid test required
2. Buy entry permits: registration and departure for the whole day in Akagera National Park.
3. Game-drive through the park including a one-hour Ihema lake boat ride.
4. Estimate to exit Akagera by 14h00-15h30 for departure to Kigali.
Reach Kigali City by 18h30-20h00 and drop-off to respective places.
One-hour Ihema lake boat ride. Proceed with a game drive throughout the day.
Meeting and pickup information
- In the notes, please provide the name of the hotel for pick-up or the street number of the house (place) of pick-up in Kigali City or along the way to Akagera National Park.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Countryside Tours-Rwanda
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- 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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