2-Day Akagera Wildlife Safari – Big Five & Sunset Boat

• A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Igali – Akagera National Park – Sunset Boat Safari

Your adventure begins with a morning pickup from your hotel in Kigali around 7:00 AM. Enjoy a 2.5-hour scenic drive to Akagera National Park, passing through Rwanda’s beautiful countryside.

Arrive at the park gate and check in, then embark on a short introductory game drive, exploring the southern sector of the park where you may spot zebras, antelopes, buffaloes, baboons, and giraffes.

In the late afternoon, head to Lake Ihema for a relaxing sunset boat safari, offering a chance to see hippos, crocodiles, and water birds, all set against the backdrop of a glowing African sunset.

After the boat ride, transfer to your lodge inside or near the park for dinner and overnight stay.

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:

Mantis Akagera Game Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Akagera NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Full-Day Game Drive – Return to Kigali

After an early breakfast, set off on a full-day game drive exploring the park from south to north. Drive through a variety of landscapes—open savannah, woodland, swamps, and lakes—offering diverse wildlife sightings.

With a bit of luck, you may encounter lions, elephants, rhinos, and a wide range of antelope species. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park, surrounded by nature.

In the afternoon, exit the park via the northern gate and begin your journey back to Kigali, arriving in the early evening. Drop-off at your hotel or residence.

Main Destination:

Akagera National Park

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.