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The 15 best akagera safari & game drives in Rwanda, with what each day actually involves, the operators who run them, and what you can expect to pay.
One-day Akagera safari from Kigali with 4x4 game drive, optional Ihema boat ride, picnic lunch, and WiFi photo uploads.
“This was among the best tours I have ever taken and the experience at the park was almost spiritual. My guide, Ben, was so knowledgeable, affable, and thorough that we managed to see four of "the big five"!”
One-day private Akagera Big Five safari from Kigali with hotel pickup, lunch, and a mid-route Imigongo arts stop.
“My Driver Christian was amazing. He arrived at my hotel 20 minutes early, and was with me from 5:30am until 9:30pm. I am traveling for business by myself so I went on the tour solo. He was always polite and professional, and an expert driver on the very bumpy roads. We sRead more”
1-day Akagera National Park safari from Kigali with morning and afternoon game drives, picnic lunch, and Big Five chances plus Rift Valley views.
“Joseph was an excellent and very knowledgeable driver would recommend but the tour was a little pricey”
One-day Akagera safari from Kigali with 6 hours of game drives, Lake Mihindi lunch, art stop, optional boat safari, and 4x4 transport.
“We really enjoyed this safari in Akagera National Park. Although we only managed to see only three of the big five (missed the lions and the leopards) and even though there were a few gaps throughout the day without any sightings it was still a very good day trip. Our guide Read more”
Early Kigali pickup, Big Five game drive in Akagera, and a Lake Ihema boat cruise with hippos, crocodiles, and shoebill birds.
“BEAUTIFUL park! Our guides Peter and Vianni were EXCELLENT! Pick up and drop off times were as promised. The vehicle was comfortable. They provided so much information and went out of their way to make sure we had a full experience! This trip is worth every Read more”
Full-day Akagera safari from Kigali with Big Five chances, 500+ birds, picnic lunch in-park, and optional Lake Ihema boat ride.
“Mico was one of the best guide we ever had. He is the one that made the trip interesting and joyful. He made a very rainy day into sunshine.”
Kigali to Akagera in one day: early 4WD game drives, an Ihema lake boat ride, lunch, and easy hotel pickup.
“My guide was knowledgeable and friendly — I didn’t think I was going to be able to see Akagera on this short trip and am delighted with my day trip. It is an amazing park and seeing it this way was easy and fun!”
Big Five safari day trip from Kigali to Akagera National Park with a pop-up roof vehicle, pickup, snacks, and a top guide. Starts 5am.
“I had the best day with Go Further and my guide, Cedric, while going on safari day trip in Akagera. Cedric was extremely knowledgeable about the landscapes and wildlife and great at spotting animals big and small while driving the vehicle – iRead more”
One-day Akagera safari from Kigali with a private 4x4, Big Five chances, optional boat cruise, and a picnic lunch at Lake Mihindi.
“zijn begin januari met zijn tweeën op een 1-daagse safari geweest, met boottocht, we hebben er enorm van genoten, veel gezien, waaronder de big4 en 2x een lionpride. de gids wist ons veel te vertellen, en het vervoer was goed, met verfrissende drankjes, wifi en oplaadpunten voor de telefoon.”
Private Akagera safari day trip from Kigali with early 5:30am departure, guided drives, Lake Ihema hippos, birds, and lunch for $400 pp.
“We had an amazing time visiting Akagera Park from Kigali. Beautiful scenery and we saw many animals. Zidane, our guide, was very knowledgeable. We’re planning a future trip with them and would recommend to friends.”
A full-day private safari in Akagera National Park with a long game drive, Lake Ihema boat ride, Kigali pickup, and former-ranger guidance.
“Long drive on dirt roads and heavy traffic Water was not available as promised Xx man f hi j e f c,!(/!(.,!,,!,,!”
Two days in Akagera from Kigali with boat cruise, evening and full-day game drives, and lodge stay—meals, park fees, guide included.
“Fantastic tour and well worth the money! The guides are great, and we saw a ton more animals than I expected. I would definitely recommend.”
1-day Akagera safari from Kigali with a private 4x4, Big Five chances, guided game drives, Lake Ihema boating, and lunch included.
“We had a great day with Jean Claude at Akagera National Park. The scenery was stunning and we saw a lot of animals in spite of the rain (which only made it more adventurous!). I highly recommend Vazquez Tours & Travel!”
2-day Akagera Big Five safari with night camping near Mutumba Hills. Pickup from Kigali, 4x4 drives, guided wildlife spotting.
“very nicece experience. tent sleeping was a little cold, but great”
Shared safari from Kigali to Akagera National Park with Big Five odds, lunch and coffee, plus an Imigongo art stop for a full 12-hour day.
“Amazing safari with a flexible company owner, Emmanuel from Universal Rwanda was good , caring and responding to all our needs, my husband and I planned the safari on last minutes and the guy was available for a simple call and agreed ouRead more”
