Duration
7-Day
Akagera National Park, Rwanda
7-Day Rwanda Wild Life Safari & Mountain Gorillas Tour
Overview
This 7 days tour is the most popular tour package as it helps tourists/travelers to have an experience of a combination of two main national parks in Rwanda, which are Volcanoes National Park and Akagera National Park, the one and only savannah park that is in Rwanda.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Kigali to Kigali
Via Akagera NP, Volcanoes NP (Gorillas)
Country & park
Rwanda / Akagera National Park
Style
Mid-range safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
15 years
Activities
game drives & gorilla trekking
Accommodation
Hotel des Mille Collines - Luxury hotel in Kigali – Breakfast Included
Meals
Breakfast Included; All Meals Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
$5,885 USD
$4,164 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027
$5,885 USD
$4,164 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 15 years and older.
Quote flow
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Requests are sent directly to the tour operator
If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly
Route
country
Rwanda
Start
Kigali (Day 1)
Day 2-3
Akagera NP
Day 4-6
Volcanoes NP (Gorillas)
End
Kigali (Day 7)
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour uses lodges and 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 minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Suitable for solo travelers
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
15
Minimum age of 15 years
The minimum age for this tour is 15 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives & gorilla trekking
Game drives: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1
Hotel des Mille Collines
Luxury hotel in Kigali – Breakfast Included
Breakfast Included
Day 2-3
Ruzizi Tented Lodge
Luxury tented camp inside Akagera NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 4-6
Tiloreza Volcanoes Ecolodge
Mid-range lodge less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 7
End of tour
(No accommodation)
Breakfast Included
Day By Day
Tour step
Arrival
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Pick Up, Kigali City Tour & Transfer to the Hotel
Depends on your landing time at Airport, our English/French speaking staff/driver-guide will come to pick you from airport then drive you for the Kigali city tour where you will get a chance to explore and visit different sites of the city such as kigali genocide Memorial, biggest local market in Kigali called Kimironko, Nyamirambo where Kigali as a capital started, and many more interesting sites for travelers. After that, a Lion Safaris driver-guide will choose the best restaurant in the city to have lunch. Then, after enjoying lunch, it will be the drive to your booked hotel and check-in for dinner and overnight stay. Luxury hotel located in Kigali Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Kigali Stay: Hotel des Mille Collines Luxury hotel located in Kigali Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
Transfer to Akagera National Park
You will wake up in the morning and have your breakfast. After that, our driver-guide will come to pick you up and then drive you to the Eastern province of Rwanda where Akagera National Park is located. On arrival, you will register from park reception, then continue with check-in at your booked hotel and get lunch. After lunch, the driver-guide will take you for the afternoon game drive to enjoy some animals in the south of the park, like zebras, antelopes, buffaloes, and birds. Then, you'll be driven to the biggest lake in the park called Ihema for attending the best boat trip tour called Sunset, where you will get a chance to see hippos, crocodiles, and many water bird species. Afterwards, you'll drive to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay. 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)
Day 3
Full-day Game Drive at Akagera National Park
After breakfast from your booked lodge, a Lion Safaris drive-guide will come to pick you up then drive you for full-day game drive and from here you will get a chance to see lots of wild animals, including: giraffes, elephants, lions, buffaloes, antelopes of different types, birds, zebras and many more. While you are enjoying the animals, the Lion Safaris driver-guide will show you the best point to have lunch. After lunch, you will continue your visit back to the lodge and check in again for dinner and an overnight stay. 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)
Day 4
Transfer to Volcanoes National Park
You will wake in the morning and then have your late breakfast. You will check out, then Lion Safaris' driver-guide will come to pick you up and drive you to the northwest province of Rwanda, passing through Kigali and heading to Volcanoes National Park. On arrival in Kigali, the capital of Rwanda, you will stop for lunch. Then, you'll continue the journey all the way to Volcanoes National Park and check into your booked lodge for dinner and an overnight stay. Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas) Stay: Tiloreza Volcanoes Ecolodge Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5
Gorillas Trekking in Volcanoes National Park
You will wake up and get your early morning breakfast. Then, with your packed lunch from the lodge, our driver-guide will come to pick you up and then drive you to the park office for registration and briefing about how to behave when you meet gorillas in their natural Habitat. Then, you'll drive to the boundary of Volcanoes National Park, where you will jump in with a local guide to trek gorillas. On arrival in the gorillas' family, you will be given time to observe them and take as many photos as you can. After that special enjoyment, you will come back to the driver-guide, who will drive you back to your booked lodge and then wait for dinner and an overnight stay. Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas) Stay: Tiloreza Volcanoes Ecolodge Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 6
Golden Monkey Trekking
You will wake up and get your early morning breakfast. Then, with your packed lunch from the lodge, our driver-guide will come to pick you up and drive you to the park office for registration and a briefing about how to behave when you meet golden monkeys in their natural habitat. Later, he will drive you to the boundary of Volcanoes National Park, where you will jump in with a local guide to trek golden monkeys. On arrival in the golden monkeys troop, you will be given time to observe them and take as many photos as you can. After that special enjoyment, you will come back to the driver-guide, who will drive you back to your booked lodge then wait for dinner and an overnight stay. Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas) Stay: Tiloreza Volcanoes Ecolodge Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 7
Drive back to Kigali
You will wake up in the morning and get your breakfast. After that, you will check out. Then our driver-guide will come to pick you up and take you back to the capital of Rwanda, Kigali, where, depending on your flight time, you will be dropped at the airport or your hotel/home. Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Kigali 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. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Included
Park fees (For non-residents)
Gorilla permits(One per person, non-resident)
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
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinking water (On all days)
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
Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Getting There
This tour starts and ends in Kigali
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
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 can be arranged for an extra cost
Offered by
Lion Safaris
5.0 operator rating
70 reviews
LION SAFARIS is a full licensed Rwanda local based tour operator Company and opened the doors from 2016. We have the main office from Kigali-Rwanda and we organize the tour packages into Mountain gorillas, Chimpanzees trekking in Rwanda and Uganda, Big five safaris in Rwanda, Uganda, Kenya and Tanzania.
Office In
Rwanda
Size
10-20 employees (Founded in 2016)
Member Of
RTTA, RDB, RSGA, VISIT RWANDA & RWANDA CHAMBER OF TOURISM
Tour Types
Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
Destinations
Rwanda
Traveler feedback
Reviews
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5Joel was awesome
We went to akagera park with lion safari and it was so great and a lot of fun. Joel, our tour guide knew all the good spot and a lot of facts about the animal. We saw over 40 elephant!! Emile, the owner, made sure we had a good time. I recommand to book the safari with lion safaris for a great experience.
Isabelle · Canada
Knowledgeable and helpful
Great communication. Great Service. Reliable and as advertised. Did a 3 day Gorilla trekking and Golden monkey hike. Gorillas were the star of this trip and Lion Safaris was great at planning it. Emile is a local Rwandan and his knowledge about his country, the history, and about the subjects on the tour (i.e. about the gorillas) was amazing. Would recommend and would do it again with Lion Safaris
Dave · United States
FIVE STAR - THE BEST GUIDE IN RWANDA!
I can’t recommend Emile highly enough. He truly went the extra mile and made my journey through Rwanda unforgettable. From the awe-inspiring mountain gorillas in Volcanoes National Park to chimpanzee trekking in Nyungwe and the breathtaking wildlife of Akagera National Park, he planned and guided every step with care and expertise. A former guide with six years of experience in Akagera, he answered every question I had with insight and deep knowledge of Rwanda’s wildlife and culture. He was always on time, efficient, conscientious, and professional—yet also warm and sincere, making every drive and hike a pleasure. Thanks to his experience and thoughtful planning, I was able to witness the incredible gorilla naming ceremony and experience Rwanda in a way I never could have on my own. If you are visiting Rwanda and want a guide who is not only highly skilled but truly dedicated to making your trip extraordinary, Emile is the one to book.
Shelly · United States
Deserves the top rating!
When I saw all the 5 star reviews for Lion safaris, I thought that it was a scam! Nothing could possibly be that good?!! Oh but it was definitely that good :) Lion safaris had the chore of organising and hosting us for 5 days through Rwanda, Emile was outstanding in his performance! He was personable yet professional and we felt safe in his hands. Highly highly recommend, both Rwanda as a destination and lion safaris - my only regret is we should have booked longer!
Donna · Australia
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 15 years and older.
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 minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Hotel des Mille Collines - Luxury hotel in Kigali – Breakfast Included. Meals: Breakfast 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 is included
Operator policy
Terms and Conditions
Disclaimer
This tour is offered by Lion 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.
Gorilla tracking permits are subject to availability.
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