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2 Days Akagera Wildlife Safari with Night Game Drive

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2 Days Akagera Wildlife Safari with Night Game Drive
2 Days Akagera Wildlife Safari with Night Game Drive
2 Days Akagera Wildlife Safari with Night Game Drive
2 Days Akagera Wildlife Safari with Night Game Drive
2 Days Akagera Wildlife Safari with Night Game Drive
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Description

Experience one of Rwanda’s most thrilling short safaris with our 2-Day / 1-Night Akagera Wildlife Safari, perfectly designed for travelers seeking intense wildlife encounters, scenic landscapes, and a rare night game drive experience. This unforgettable safari takes you to Akagera National Park, Rwanda’s only savannah park and home to the Big Five, diverse birdlife, and stunning lakes. With expert driver-guides, comfortable 4x4 safari vehicles, and carefully selected lodges, this safari delivers exceptional value and authentic African adventure in just two days. Why a Night Game Drive in Akagera? A night game drive reveals a completely different side of the African bush. Using powerful spotlights, you may encounter lions on the hunt, leopards, hyenas, bush babies, and other nocturnal wildlife. You’ll also hear and spot night birds such as nightjars and owls, making this a truly immersive safari experience.

Tour Options

Southern Akagera – Game Lodge
  • Akagera Game Lodge: Stay at Akagera Game Lodge, overlooking Lake Ihema. •Boat Safari, Night Game Drive: Evening night game drive starting at 5:30 PM Morning boat safari on Lake Ihema at 9:00 AM Full-day game drive All-Inclusive, world-class: Park entry fee and Accomodation are included Duration: 2 days Kigali - Kayonza - Akagera NP Kigali - Kayonza - Akagera NP 4WD Open-Roof Safari Vehicle Pickup included
Northern Akagera, Karenge Bush
  • Karenge Bush Camp : Stay at Karenge Bush Camp, deep in the wilderness. Night Game Drive & Boat Safari: Enjoy a night game drive in Kilala Plains, a morning savannah drive, and a 3:00 PM boat safari in southern Akagera NP. All-Inclusive, world-class: Park entry fee and Accomodation are included Duration: 2 days Kigali - Kayonza - Akagera NP Kigali - Kayonza - Akagera NP 4WD Open-Roof Safari Vehicle Pickup included

Highlights

•Complimentary bottled water & soft drinks (eco-friendly)
•Night game drive experience •Boat safari on Lake Ihema
•Park entrance fees (Akagera National Park) •All meals: breakfast, lunch & dinner
•1-night accommodation (Akagera Game Lodge or Karenge Bush Camp)
•Wi-Fi and charging ports onboard
•Pick-up & drop-off anywhere in Kigali or Kigali Airport
•Private 4x4 safari vehicle and Professional driver guide by Afri Safaris
•Incredible wildlife photography opportunities

What's included

Included
•Complimentary bottled water & soft drinks (eco-friendly)
•Night game drive experience •Boat safari on Lake Ihema
•Park entrance fees (Akagera National Park) •All meals: breakfast, lunch & dinner
•1-night accommodation (Akagera Game Lodge or Karenge Bush Camp)
•Wi-Fi and charging ports onboard
•Pick-up & drop-off anywhere in Kigali or Kigali Airport
•Private 4x4 safari vehicle and Professional driver guide by Afri Safaris
•Incredible wildlife photography opportunities
Not included
•Tips •Personal Expenses •Everything else not mentioned in the Inclusions.

Pickup Locations & Times

Please give some details about the hotel name for pickup or the street number of the house and the neighborhood in Kigali city. Or along the way to Akagera National Park

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Important Information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(2)

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286juryc
August 11, 2025
Akagera and your guide Venant make a great experience!

What a beautiful experience Akagera National Park was! It was made special from beginning to end starting the seamless booking to the wonderful care and attention provided by our guide Venant. He knew the wilderness of Akagera and where the beautiful creatures who roamed freely and took great lengths to make our experience a special and unforgettable one. I highly recommend this trip.

Operator response

Dear Jury, We appreciate your time and leaving a review about your Akagera wildlife safari experience with us, we are delighted that you enjoyed our service and your experience with our Driver guide Venant. We appreciate your review and high ratings we look forward to welcoming you back! Best Regards, Afri Safaris Team

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B2879ZHalea
May 12, 2025
Amazing experience with AfriSafaris

I took a food and overnight tour to Akagera National Park with AfriSafaris. The experience was superb. We managed to see four of the Big Five. The accommodations and food were excellent. I went alone and always felt safe. It was a great experience, I highly recommend the tour. Ben Alfa also helped me with the paperwork before the tour to pay for the tour and everything was friendly and reliable.

Operator response

Dear Ale, Thank you for choosing Afri Safaris. We appreciate your time and leaving a review about your 2-Day Akagera wildlife safari experience with us, we are delighted that you enjoyed our service and your experience with our Driver guide. We appreciate your review and high ratings we look forward to welcoming you back! Best Regards, Afri Safaris Team

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