Experience the ultimate one-day safari adventure in Akagera National Park, renowned as one of Africa’s best. Traverse the park from south to north in a single day, with exceptional chances to spot the Big Five—lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, and rhinos. Set in Rwanda’s “Land of a Thousand Hills,” Akagera boasts stunning landscapes of open savannahs, over 10 lakes, and breathtaking views.
Our expert guides, with daily park experience and strong ranger networks, will take you to the best spots for wildlife encounters and scenic beauty. Along the way, learn fascinating stories about the park’s diverse wildlife, including giraffes, zebras, hippos, and over 500 bird species.
This tour offers unforgettable photographic moments and a deep connection with nature.
1 Day Akagera wilderness Experience
Itinerary and Packing List
Pick up
You will be picked up from your residence early in the morning, and then take on the journey driving to Kayonza district in the Eastern province of Rwanda.
Heading to Akagera
The 2.5 hours journey to Akagera national park will reward you with planned en-route stopovers along the route mesmerizing on the beautiful landscaping views of Rwanda’s beautiful nature and scenery. Feel free to ask your driver-guide questions about the wonderful scenery and even request for photographic stopovers along the way.
Arriving to the Park
When you arrive at the park, while the guide will be organizing the entrance permit, you will receive briefing about the safari and learn about the park history.
Stretch your legs and get ready to embark on the game drive.
We shall be expectant to see the big five safari game such as Lions, Rhinos, Elephants, Giraffes, Buffaloes, Antelopes, leopard, Baboons, among others. Akagera National park is a varied habitat for wildlife species in Rwanda and a birders haven with more than 500 bird species in the park.
End of the Tour
After the game drive which takes up to 6 hours depending on your schedule, you will have your picnic lunch and then exit the park through the northern gate to start the journey back to Kigali.
Packing List
– Passports for entrance permit
– Dress in neutral colors.
– optional: Camera, Binocular
What’s included in Day Trip Akagera National Park Tour Park entrance fees
Private Safari vehicle
Service of a professional English-speaking driver guide
Bottled Drinking water & refreshments
Game drive
SAFARI EXCLUSIONS
Visa
Tips
Porter fees
Flights/airfares
Telephone
