Trip Info
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4x4 safari vehicle or Prado and a boat
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2 people to 18
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approximately 1,200 meters to nearly 2,000 meters
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Minimal to moderate.
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Kigali city
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June to September and December to February
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English, French and Kinyarwanda
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Lunch, Local Snacks, Water and Soft drinks
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1 day Tour
Overview
Akagera Big Five Safari & Lake Ihema Boat Tour
Experience an unforgettable Akagera Big Five Safari on this exciting 1-day Rwanda wildlife adventure. Located in eastern Rwanda, Akagera National Park is home to lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, hippos, crocodiles, and more than 500 bird species.
Your journey begins in Kigali and takes you through Rwanda’s scenic countryside to one of East Africa’s most successful conservation areas. During your game drive, you’ll explore diverse landscapes including open savannah, rolling hills, wetlands, woodlands, and lakes while searching for iconic African wildlife.
After your safari, enjoy a relaxing Lake Ihema Boat Tour, one of the best wildlife-viewing experiences in Rwanda. Watch hippos, crocodiles, and colorful birdlife from the water while taking in the beauty of Akagera National Park.
This Akagera Big Five Safari is perfect for wildlife lovers, photographers, families, and travelers looking for an authentic Rwanda safari experience in a single day.
Safari Highlights
- Search for the Big Five in Akagera National Park
- Enjoy a scenic Lake Ihema Boat Tour
- Spot elephants, giraffes, zebras, hippos, and crocodiles
- Explore Rwanda's only Big Five safari destination
- Travel with an experienced local guide
- Capture incredible wildlife photography opportunities
- Enjoy a comfortable day trip from Kigali
- Support responsible and community-based tourism in Rwanda
