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2-Day Akagera National Park Safari Trip

Akagera National Park, Rwanda

2-Day Akagera National Park Safari Trip

5.0 / 5 · 11 reviews Offered by Makisala Safaris 2-Day

Overview

This 2-day safari takes you to Akagera National Park for a mix of wildlife viewing and calm scenery. The park is the only place in Rwanda where you can see the classic savanna landscape with open plains, lakes, and rolling hills. The trip is designed for travelers who want a quick escape from Kigali without rushing through the experience.

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Quick Facts

Tour details

Duration

2-Day

Route

Kigali to Kigali

Via Akagera NP

Country & park

Rwanda / Akagera National Park

Style

Safari

Group size

1-12 travelers

Starts

Any day if available

Minimum age

18 years

Activities

game drives

Accommodation

Ruzizi Tented Lodge - Luxury tented camp inside Akagera NP – All Meals Included

Meals

All Meals Included; Breakfast & Lunch Included

Pickup

Airport transfer included

Booking

Request quote

Currency

USD

2-Day Akagera National Park Safari Trip
Akagera National Park visual context for this itinerary.

Rates

Rates Per Person

USD

Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 n/a* USD $990 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027 n/a* USD $1,045 USD

Before booking

Important To Know

This tour is not available to solo travelers or groups larger than 2 people.
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour is unavailable for children.

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Route

Tour route map
country Rwanda
Start Kigali (Day 1)
Day 1-2 Akagera NP
End Kigali (Day 2)

Tour Features

Luxury tour

This luxury tour uses tented camps.

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.

Not for solo travelers

Solo travelers cannot book this private tour.

18
Minimum age of 18 years

The minimum age for this tour is 18 years.

Activities & Transportation

Activities: game drives
Game drives: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
This operator can book your international flights
A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost

Accommodation & Meals

Ruzizi Tented Lodge

Day 1

Ruzizi Tented Lodge

Luxury tented camp inside Akagera NP – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

Ruzizi Tented LodgeRuzizi Tented LodgeRuzizi Tented Lodge

Day 2

End of tour

No accommodation

(No accommodation)

Breakfast & Lunch Included

Day By Day

Tour step

Arrival

A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Kigali to Akagera and Southern Game Drive

Day 1

Kigali to Akagera and Southern Game Drive

Your driver picks you up in Kigali early in the morning, and you start the journey toward Akagera National Park. The drive takes about two and a half hours, passing small towns and farms before you reach the park gate. After checking in, you begin your first game drive through the southern area of the park. This part of Akagera has a mix of woodland, lakeshores, and open grassland, which gives you a good chance of spotting giraffes, zebras, antelopes, buffalo, and various birds. You take a lunch break inside the park and continue exploring until late afternoon. You arrive at your lodge in the early evening, where you can relax, watch the sunset, and enjoy dinner. Luxury tented camp located inside Akagera NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Akagera National Park Stay: Ruzizi Tented Lodge Luxury tented camp located inside Akagera NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Full Northern Game Drive and Return to Kigali

Day 2

Full Northern Game Drive and Return to Kigali

You leave the lodge early so you can make the most of the cooler morning hours when animals are more active. The northern plains are the best area for wildlife in Akagera and offer wide open views. You will spend several hours following the main game tracks as you look for elephants, rhinos, lions, hyenas, and large herds of herbivores. The landscape becomes drier and more open the farther north you go, which makes spotting wildlife easier. After the game drive, you exit the park through the northern gate and start the drive back to Kigali. You arrive in the late afternoon or early evening, depending on road and weather conditions. Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Akagera National Park Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Tour step

End of tour

Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.

Included

Park fees (For non-residents)

All activities (Unless labeled as optional)

All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)

A professional driver/guide

All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)

All Taxes/VAT

Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Drinking water (On all days)

Excluded

International flights (From/to home)

Roundtrip airport transfer

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
This operator can book your international flights
Fly to/from Kigali Airport (KGL - Check price)
A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Makisala Safaris
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Offered by

Makisala Safaris

5.0 operator rating 11 reviews

At Makisala, we plan life-changing safaris with heart, purpose, and deep local expertise. We know Tanzania and East Africa like home because it is. We believe a great safari isn’t just about what you see. It’s about how it makes you feel more connected, more alive, more in awe of the world. And yes, we’re proud to give back: every trip supports the people and places that make Africa magical.

Offices In

Tanzania, Rwanda

Size

5-10 employees (Founded in 2023)

Member Of

Tanzania Association of Tour Operators, TALA, Tanzania Tourist Board & BRELLA

Tour Types

Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day

Destinations

Rwanda, Tanzania

Traveler feedback

Reviews

5.00 average

Overall

5.0/5

Communication

5.0/5

Accuracy

5.0/5

Value

5.0/5

Safety clarity

5.0/5

Cultural value

5.0/5
Verified

They are amazing

I booked my trip to Rwanda’s Twin Lakes and Mount Bisoke with Makisala Safaris, and it was an incredible experience from start to finish. The team helped me plan everything seamlessly, from transport to permits. So I could just focus on enjoying the adventure. The Twin Lakes were absolutely stunning, and hiking Mount Bisoke was challenging but so rewarding, especially reaching the crater lake at the top. My guide was knowledgeable, encouraging, and made the whole day feel safe and well-organized. I left Musanze with unforgettable memories and a deep appreciation for Rwanda’s natural beauty. Highly recommend Makisala Safaris for anyone looking to explore this side of Rwanda!

Eloi · France

Verified

Exceptional services by Makisala safaris

I was volunteering in Arusha for a few weeks and decided to take a short 3-day safari with Makisala Safaris to Lake Manyara and Tarangire National Park. Everything was arranged so smoothly that I didn’t have to worry about a thing, transfers, park fees, meals, and accommodation were all handled. The guides were incredibly knowledgeable and friendly, pointing out wildlife I would never have spotted on my own. Seeing elephants up close in Tarangire and the tree-climbing lions of Manyara was just magical. I loved how Makisala Safaris built a quick yet unforgettable trip that fit perfectly into my volunteering schedule. I’d recommend them to anyone looking for a short but amazing safari while staying in Arusha.

Hirwa Eduige · Rwanda

Verified

Professional

I travelled with Makisala Safaris this September and visited Tarangire, Lake Manyara and the Serengeti. Everything was so well-organized from start to finish; our guide met us on time every day and handled every detail, so all we had to do was enjoy the parks. Tarangire impressed me with its huge herds of elephants, Lake Manyara was full of birdlife and those famous tree-climbing lions, and then the Serengeti was simply breathtaking with endless plains and incredible wildlife sightings. The accommodations were comfortable and perfectly chosen, and our driver-guide was knowledgeable, friendly and made the whole experience fun. I highly recommend Makisala Safaris to anyone planning a safari in Tanzania, they made my journey smooth, exciting and truly unforgettable.

Louise Mutesi · Rwanda

Verified

Makisala Safaris Made My Trip Special

I had such a great time with Makisala Safaris during my trip to Dar and Zanzibar this August. From the start, their communication made everything so easy. I always felt updated and taken care of. The whole experience was smooth, reliable, and honestly such good value for money. What I loved most was how well everything was organized, which let me just enjoy the trip without stress. Zanzibar was definitely the highlight for me, and the way the team planned it made it really special. I’d happily recommend Makisala Safaris to anyone, they made my trip both fun and memorable.

Sunset  In Zanzibar
Enjoying dinner
A beautiful resort we visited
The caves

Mukantwari Francoise · Rwanda

Practical answers

Tour FAQs

8 answers

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 is unavailable for children.

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 do travelers stay during this tour?

Ruzizi Tented Lodge - Luxury tented camp inside Akagera NP – All Meals Included. Meals: All Meals Included

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 can be arranged for an extra cost

Operator policy

Terms and Conditions

Booking terms

Disclaimer

This tour is offered by Makisala 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.

If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.

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