3-Day Akagera Midrange Safari Escape

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Enter the Wilderness & An Afternoon Game Drive

Your adventure begins with a pick-up from Kigali for a scenic 2.5-hour drive to eastern Rwanda. You'll pass through picturesque rural landscapes before arriving at the entrance to Akagera National Park, a stunning conservation success story. After checking into your comfortable midrange lodge or tented camp, enjoy lunch with a view. In the afternoon, embark on your first game drive. Head into the park's southern section, keeping your eyes peeled for elephants, giraffes, zebras, and a plethora of antelope. This initial drive sets the stage, introducing you to the beautiful mosaic of wetlands and savannah. Return to your accommodation for dinner, listening to the sounds of the African night.

Main Destination:

Akagera National Park

Best Time To Visit June to September and mid-December to mid-February (It is drier and wildlife is easier to spot)

High Season June to September (The park is busiest at weekends)

Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Akagera NP

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

HippoAbundant

White RhinoOccasional

LionOccasional

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ElephantOccasional

Black RhinoRare

LeopardRare

HyenaRare

CheetahNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Karenge Bush Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Akagera NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Wildlife Discovery & A Boat Safari

Today is dedicated to exploring the full diversity of Akagera. After an early breakfast, embark on a full-day game drive with a packed lunch. Venture north towards the more remote and rugged sectors of the park, which offer the best chance of spotting Akagera's famous predators like lions and leopards, as well as the elusive rhino. The landscape transforms into rolling hills and vast plains. In the afternoon, trade your vehicle for a boat and enjoy a serene and unforgettable boat safari on Lake Ihema. Glide past massive hippo pods and enormous Nile crocodiles while watching elephants drink from the shore and identifying the park's rich birdlife. Return to your lodge, exhilarated by the day's sightings.

Main Destination:

Akagera National Park

Accommodation:

Karenge Bush Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Akagera NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

A Final Morning Search & Return to Kigali

Enjoy one last early morning activity perhaps a short game drive to catch the animals at their most active or a guided nature walk on the lodge's grounds (if available). This is your last chance to photograph the majestic giraffes or a herd of buffalo. After returning to the lodge for a hearty breakfast, it's time to check out. Begin your journey back to Kigali, reflecting on the incredible wildlife you've witnessed and the inspiring story of Akagera's revival. You will be dropped off at your hotel or the airport in Kigali for your departure.

Main Destination:

Kigali International Airport (Kigali)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.