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Kigali & Akagera in 2 Days

Two days from Kigali cover the city and a safari. Here is how to spend two perfect days — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Day 1: city & memorial
  2. 2Day 2: Akagera safari
  3. 3Game drive
  4. 4Boat safari

Day 1: the city

The memorial, markets and coffee.

Day 2: the safari

A Big Five game drive in Akagera.

On the water

A boat safari for hippos and birds.

Kigali & Akagera in 2 days — FAQ

Is 2 days enough for Kigali and Akagera?
Two days lets you explore the city and memorial on day one and take a Big Five safari in Akagera on day two.
What is the best safari from Kigali?
An Akagera National Park game drive, about 2.5 to 3 hours away, is the top safari option from Kigali.
Can you do Akagera as a day trip?
Yes — day safaris run from Kigali, though an overnight trip gives more time for game drives and a boat safari.