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3-Day Big Five Safari in Akagera National Park

Akagera National Park, Rwanda

3-Day Big Five Safari in Akagera National Park

4.9 / 5 · 19 reviews Offered by Musana Tours And Travel 3-Day

Overview

Akagera National Park is located in eastern Rwanda and covers an area of approximately 1,200 square kilometers. It is named after the Akagera River which flows along its eastern boundary. The park is known for its diverse wildlife, including the big five, giraffes, zebras, and various antelope species. It also boasts a variety of bird species, making it a popular destination for birdwatchers.

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Quick Facts

Tour details

Duration

3-Day

Route

Kigali to Kigali

Via Akagera NP

Country & park

Rwanda / Akagera National Park

Style

Mid-range safari

Group size

1-12 travelers

Starts

Any day if available

Activities

game drives

Accommodation

Akagera Transit Lodge - Mid-range lodge just outside Akagera NP

Meals

Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included; Breakfast & Lunch Included

Pickup

Airport transfer included

Booking

Request quote

Currency

USD

3-Day Big Five Safari in Akagera National Park
Akagera National Park visual context for this itinerary.

Rates

Rates Per Person

USD

Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 $1,876 USD $1,362 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 of all ages. Children under 4 are free.

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Route

Tour route map
country Rwanda
Start Kigali (Day 1)
Day 1-2 Akagera NP
End Kigali (Day 3)

Tour Features

Mid-range tour

This mid-range tour uses lodges.

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.

Cannot be customized

The contents of this tour cannot be changed.

Suitable for solo travelers

Solo travelers can book this private tour.

Suitable for all ages

This tour is suitable for children of all ages.

Activities & Transportation

Activities: game drives
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

Akagera Transit Lodge

Day 1-2

Akagera Transit Lodge

Mid-range lodge just outside Akagera NP

Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included

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Day 3

End of tour

No accommodation

(No accommodation)

Breakfast & Lunch 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.

Transfer to Akagera national park and Game Drive or Safari

Day 1

Transfer to Akagera national park and Game Drive or Safari

Your tour guide/driver will pick you up from your hotel or residence in Kigali at 7:00 AM to begin your journey to Akagera National Park, located in eastern Rwanda. The park is approximately 110 km from Kigali, and the drive takes around two and a half hours. Upon arrival at Akagera, you will immediately embark on a game drive, offering your first opportunity to spot various wildlife including giraffes, rhinos, hippos, elephants, and zebras with high chances of spotting lions, Leopards, and hyenas, not forgetting the park's breathtaking scenery with rolling hills and vast plains later in the day return to check in at your lodge for evening relaxation and overnight stay, the lodge is located close to the park gate, which makes the activities very comfortable. Mid-range lodge located just outside Akagera NP Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Akagera National Park Stay: Akagera Transit Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Akagera NP Meals: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Enjoy a fullday game drive to icrease your chances of spotting other animals you may have missed

Day 2

Enjoy a fullday game drive to icrease your chances of spotting other animals you may have missed

This is a 6-hour game drive from the lodge/entrance in the south to the exit in the north of the park. You will cover a variety of habitats from woodland, wetlands, bushes and thickets, forest and grassland, which will provide a variety of wildlife, and finally get to the Kilala plains in the north. Kilala plains are beautiful flat savanna plains where a lot of animals graze such as antelopes, buffaloes, and zebras. The variety of grazing animals in the Kilala plains makes it a favorite hunting ground for predators, and it is therefore the place to look for lions, hyenas, and other predators. These plains are the main animal-watching area of the park one cannot afford to miss them. Optional activity: You can join the park’s Rhino monitoring team who track down the rhinos each morning on foot, Optional activity: You can do a night game drive after 6 pm to look for the elusive nocturnal animals such as leopards, hyenas, jackals, genets, bush babies, porcupines, and serval cats. Mid-range lodge located just outside Akagera NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Akagera National Park Stay: Akagera Transit Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Akagera NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Boat safari on lake Ihema and transfer back to kigali

Day 3

Boat safari on lake Ihema and transfer back to kigali

After a morning game drive in Akagera National Park, you will enjoy a scenic boat safari on Lake Ihema, the largest lake in the park. The boat ride offers a unique perspective of the park’s aquatic ecosystem, with opportunities to observe hippos, crocodiles, and various bird species. The tranquil waters and beautiful surroundings provide an unforgettable experience. After the boat safari, you will transfer back to Kigali, enjoying the scenic drive through the Rwandan countryside. Arriving in Kigali in the late afternoon or evening, your safari adventure will come to a close, with a drop-off at your hotel or the airport, depending on your travel plans. 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)

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$50.00 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 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
Musana Tours And Travel
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Offered by

Musana Tours And Travel

4.9 operator rating 19 reviews

We organize Gorilla and chimpanzee tracking tours, adventure experiences, and Big Five safaris across Uganda, Rwanda, Tanzania, and the DRC. We understand what to provide and how to deliver it seamlessly. We offer unique, customizable packages, including romantic honeymoons, child-friendly family safaris, solo women travel, and a wide range of unforgettable African safari experiences.

Office In

Uganda

Size

10-20 employees (Founded in 2021)

Member Of

UTB, FIGNET & ESTOA

Tour Types

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

Destinations

Congo (DRC), Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda

Traveler feedback

Reviews

4.90 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 kind and met my goals

It was lovely to meet a family of beautiful gorillas. I hope they continue to conserve them and promote ecological restoration in neighboring farmland areas to increase the area where these incredible animals live.

Perla Natalia · Colombia

Verified

Gorila trek plus school visit as bonus

I had great time with guide Denis. After great trek, he took me to lokal school, where children had ready great dancing and singing show for me. After that he took me for Ugandian dinner, which was included in price.

Michal · Slovakia

Verified

Wildlife experience of a lifetime!

My family and I had the privilege of experiencing an unforgettable journey with Denis, our amazing guide from Mousana Tours. Our trip began with a three-day safari to Murchison Falls National Park, where we had the chance to see four of "The Big Five" and many other animals in their natural habitat. The highlights included the magnificent waterfall and a relaxing boat ride on the Nile. It was an experience we will cherish forever. Denis was an outstanding guide – always attentive, humble, and dedicated. His knowledge and friendly demeanor made the entire trip even more memorable and enjoyable. After our safari, my sister and I continued on to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park to see the majestic mountain gorillas – a lifelong dream come true. This is truly an experience everyone should have at least once in their lifetime. Despite the long drive from Kampala, it was worth every single minute. During our stay, we lodged at Bweza Lodge, a wonderfully located place in the national park. The service at the lodge was exceptional – undoubtedly some of the best I have ever experienced. A big thank you to the staff for your warmth and hospitality; you made our stay absolutely incredible. Finally, I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to Denis for taking such great care of us throughout this magical journey. Your kindness, professionalism, and inspiring personality made everything so much better. We are grateful to have shared these memories with you. We highly recommend Mousana Tours to anyone looking to experience Africa's incredible wildlife and culture in the best way possible. Thank you for an unforgettable adventure!

Murchison Falls National Park
Photo by Steven
Leopard
Bweza Lodge

Steven · Sweden

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Special week in Uganda with Musana Tours

My husband and I joined Musana Tours for their 7-Day Mgahinga Gorillas Lake Bunyonyi & Queen Elizabeth tour for our 10 year wedding anniversary. Richard drove us to Uganda and back and was fun and informative. Dennis was our guide for the week in Uganda and was super kind and accommodating. Other than Lake Bunyoni (fine but not our preference as a bit slow) the week was really special. Highlights were gorilla trekking in Bwindi forest (loved the lush misty rain forest experience and of course the close encounter with the family of gorillas), the golden monkeys was a surprisingly serene and beautiful experience in the bamboo part of the Mgahinga forest, and the final accommodation in the Kazinga Wilderness camp was so good! It’s within the park so you don’t have to go far for the animal experience. We had hippos come to dinner the second night (safely below a raised open restaurant) and water bucks, buffalo and wart hogs the next morning. The boat experience in the channel in Queen Elizabeth Park was so good. We didn’t expect much but got to experience so much wildlife up close including elephants, hippos, water buffalos, and a lone hyena digging into the bank. We may have gotten lucky there. We also got a few special lion experiences in the park for the driving part. Overall I’d say the tour was good value for money and is a great option for someone looking for a fairly priced private experience.

Photo by Tracy
Photo by Tracy
Photo by Tracy
Photo by Tracy

Tracy · Canada

Practical answers

Tour FAQs

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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 of all ages. Children under 4 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?

The contents of this tour cannot be changed.

Where do travelers stay during this tour?

Akagera Transit Lodge - Mid-range lodge just outside Akagera NP. Meals: Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2: 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 is included

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Disclaimer

This tour is offered by Musana Tours And Travel, not SafariBookings.

This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.

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.

This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Musana Tours And Travel.

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