Duration
1-Day
Accra, Rwanda
1-Day Akagera National Park Big Five Safari
Overview
Experience Rwanda's only savannah park on this exciting 1-day safari to Akagera National Park. Perfect for travelers with limited time, this trip offers the chance to see wildlife such as elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, hippos, and more in a beautiful natural setting of lakes and rolling plains. Enjoy a guided game drive with a professional driver-guide and discover one of Rwanda's most rewarding wildlife experiences just a few hours from Kigali.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Kigali to Kigali
Country & park
Rwanda
Style
Safari
Group size
1-8 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
1 years
Activities
game drives
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
$615 USD
$439 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027
$659 USD
$461 USD
Jan 1, 2028 - Dec 31, 2028
$681 USD
$472 USD
Before booking
Important To Know
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 1 year and older. Children under 12 receive a discount and children under 6 are free.
Quote flow
Request Guidance
We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators ()
Requests are sent directly to the tour operator
If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly
Route
country
Rwanda
Start
Kigali (Day 1)
End
Kigali (Day 1)
Tour Features
Day tour
This does not include accommodation.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can be customized
You can request changes to this tour.
Suitable for solo travelers
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
1
Minimum age of 1 year
The minimum age for this tour is 1 year.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives
Game drives: normal 4x4 vehicle & pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle & normal 4x4 vehicle
Book your own international flights when using this operator
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Day By Day
Tour step
Arrival
You'll be collected from the airport.
Day 1
Day 1
Early morning pickup from Kigali and transfer to Akagera National Park for a guided game drive. Explore the park’s wildlife and scenic landscapes while spotting animals including elephants, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, buffaloes, and more. Optional boat safari on Lake Ihema available. After lunch, return to Kigali with drop-off at your hotel or airport in the evening. Lunch (Breakfast & dinner not included) Non-alcoholic drinks
Destination: Akagera National Park Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Lunch (Breakfast & dinner not included) Non-alcoholic drinks
Tour step
End of tour
You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Included
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Excluded
International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Getting There
This tour starts and ends in Kigali
Book your own international flights when using this operator
Fly to/from Kigali Airport (KGL - Check price)
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour cannot be arranged by this operator
Offered by
Iriza Tours and Safaris
5.0 operator rating
14 reviews
Iriza Tours & Safaris is a locally owned tour company based in Rwanda. We create personalized tours and safaris across East Africa, designed to be meaningful, memorable, and full of real connections. Our team is small but passionate, with friendly local guides who love sharing their knowledge and culture.
Office In
Rwanda
Size
5-10 employees (Founded in 2019)
Member Of
RTTA, RDB, VISIT RWANDA & Chamber of Tourism Rwanda
Tour Types
Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
Destinations
Rwanda, Uganda
Practical answers
Tour FAQs
Are rates charged per person?
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Which currency is this tour priced in?
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
Can children join this tour?
This tour accepts children who are 1 year and older. Children under 12 receive a discount and children under 6 are free.
Can this tour start on my preferred date?
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can the itinerary be customized?
You can request changes to this tour.
Where does this tour start and end?
This tour starts and ends in Kigali
Are airport transfers included?
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
How does the quote request work?
We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators () Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly
Operator policy
Terms and Conditions
Disclaimer
This tour is offered by Iriza Tours and Safaris, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Iriza Tours and Safaris.
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