About this experience
This tour takes you to Akagera National Park, a Big Five destination that is emerging as one of the best off-the-beaten-path Safari Parks. It lacks of tourist hordes sets it apart from other destinations in East Africa and the fact that you can enjoy an optional boat Safari at lake Ihema (offered by the Government) makes it a unique experience.
The tour will be led by an experience guide, who is not only at home in the park but also knowledgeable on all-things-Rwanda
At a glance
- Duration: 10 hr 12 min
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 10 hr 12 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What is included
- All Transportation in a Customized Safari Vehicle with a pop-up roof for easy game viewing
- Pick up and Drop off in Kigali
- 1 Bottled Water Per Person
Not included
- Akagera Park Entrance Fee 100 USD Per Person (Offered by the Government)
- Optional Lake Ihema 1 Hour Boat Safari 35 USD Per Person
- Lunch 5 - 20 USD - Kindly Discuss/Request guide for Options
- Items and Services of Personal Nature
Itinerary and highlights
Pick up from your hotel at 5:00 AM and drive through the dramatic, cultivated hills define Rwanda arriving at Akagera National Park 8:00AM.
Enjoy an optional Boat Safari at Lake Ihema as you drift along the forest fringed body of water on the midst of hippos resting and Nile crocodiles patrolling for breakfast. The lake is also rich in birdlife with over 450 different species.
Spend an entire day in Akagera a spectacular chain of low grassy mountains that slope down to a tract of undulating savannah, hemmed in by an extensive wetland comprising a dozen lakes, extensive papyrus swamps.
Search for Lions, Rhino, buffalos, elephants, Maasai giraffe, Burchell’s zebra, warthog, olive baboon, vervet, antelopes and other animals to your heart's content
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- French — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Expedition Happy Hour
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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