Private Akagera Wildlife Safari Tour from Kigali
Description
Discover the wonders of Akagera National Park on a thrilling one-day wildlife safari. Starting early in the morning around 5:00 AM from Kigali, this tour includes a scenic 3-hour drive to the park, where you'll enjoy a morning boat trip and an exhilarating game drive, all guided by a local expert. Akagera is home to diverse wildlife, including the Big 5—lions, elephants, buffalos, leopards, and rhinos—along with numerous bird species in a stunning landscape of savannahs and wetlands. Savor a delicious lunch in the park before continuing your safari adventure. - Depart from Kigali at 5:00 am for a full-day exploration of Akagera National Park. - Experience a boat trip and a game drive, maximizing your chances to see iconic wildlife. - Enjoy a hot or packed lunch during your adventure. - Travel in a comfortable 4×4 safari vehicle with Wi-Fi for connectivity.
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Itinerary
The Big Five Destination: Rwanda's only park where you can see lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and both black and white rhino. Scenic Diversity: A beautiful blend of savannah, woodland, wetland, and a chain of lakes following the Akagera River. Boat Safaris: A must-do activity on Lake Ihema for incredible hippo, crocodile, and waterbird viewing. A Conservation Success: The park's incredible comeback from near loss to a thriving ecosystem is an inspiring story. Accessible Wilderness: Located just a 2-3 hour drive from Kigali, making it an easy addition to any Rwanda itinerary.
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"Our safari driver will be waiting for you at the meeting point. You can easily identify them as they will be wearing a company uniform and standing next of a vehicle branded with our company logo."
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(5)
Amazing safari experience at Akagera National Park! A huge thank you to Cedric, our guide and driver. He was patient, kind, incredibly knowledgeable, and somehow found every animal we wanted to see! His professionalism and warm personality exceeded all our expectations. I've shared our photos and videos on Instagram, and everyone wants to experience this trip. Huge thanks to Daisy and Cedric. I highly recommend them!
It was such a fun ride and unforgettable experience at Akagera Wildlife Safari Tour in Rwanda. The Driver/Guide was so kind, generous and took his time throughout the trip. He picked us from our airbnb in the city as early as 5am to Akagera Wildlife Safari and brought us back in the evening! We got to see Elephants, Giraffes, Zebras, Baboons, Monkeys, Buffalos, Impalas, Rhinos, Hippos, Crocodiles, and finally a Pride of Lions 🦁(Thanks to the guide's binoculars) which for me was the highlight of the day!
Thank you very much for sharing your experience, Ogluwa. We are delighted to hear that you had an unforgettable Akagera Wildlife Safari and enjoyed the diverse wildlife sightings. Our team takes pride in providing safe, comfortable, and memorable experiences, and your kind feedback truly motivates us. We look forward to welcoming you again on another adventure in Rwanda.
Amazing trip with the best guide and driver! We had such a good time and it was lovely to sleep there. Cedrick (guide) is super kind, fun and very helpful. He was making sure the trip was exactly as we hoped for!!
Thank you very much for your kind review, Thea. We are delighted to hear that you had an amazing trip and enjoyed the experience. Your appreciation means a lot to us. We hope to welcome you again for another great adventure in Rwanda.
We recently went on a Safari Tour from Kigali, and it was such a memorable experience! It was a two-day trip, we were a group of five and Cedrick was an amazing guide who helped us with everything. The atmosphere was very pleasant. Thanks to him, we really made the most of our time there. I would definitely do it again!
Thank you very much for your kind review, Anna. We are glad to hear that you had a memorable two-day safari from Kigali and enjoyed the experience. It was a pleasure hosting your group, and we truly appreciate your trust. We hope to welcome you again soon.
Very amazing tour! We hired the vehicle and a guide (Cedrick) for an overnight trip to Akagera. He was very lively, professional and informative the whole time. He arrived early with a nice car, helped us load, helped us sort some tent sorting issues and everything. He got us there on time, and he was driving properly. He helped us sort park admission, the campsite, the game drives and everything. Basically, he was a really huge curator for our whole experience, doing everything he could to make sure it we got the most of it. I would take him over and over again. You should too.
Thank you very much for your kind review. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your Akagera overnight tour. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you again in the future.
