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6-Day Rwanda Akagera Safari and Cultural Experiences

Akagera National Park, Rwanda

6-Day Rwanda Akagera Safari and Cultural Experiences

5.0 / 5 · 230 reviews Offered by Hermosa Life Tours and Travel 6-Day

Overview

This trip takes you around to experience authentic Rwanda and its beauty. From the wildlife safaris of Akagera National Park, the sunset boat cruise, the city tours in Kigali with the Genocide Memorial Center, cultural tours in Volcanoes National Park, and Lake Kivu adventures with full relaxation. It is a private tour so you will be using a private safari jeep.

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Quick Facts

Tour details

Duration

6-Day

Route

Kigali to Kigali

Via Kigali Airport (Kigali), 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

18 years

Activities

game drives & boat trip

Accommodation

ONOMO Hotel Kigali - Mid-range hotel in Kigali – Breakfast Included

Meals

Breakfast Included

Pickup

Airport transfer included

Booking

Request quote

Currency

USD

6-Day Rwanda Akagera Safari and Cultural Experiences
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 $2,182 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 Kigali Airport (Kigali)
Day 2-3 Akagera NP
Day 4 Volcanoes NP (Gorillas)
Day 5 Lake Kivu
End Kigali (Day 6)

Tour Features

Mid-range tour

This mid-range tour uses lodges and hotels.

Private tour

This tour will be organized exclusively for you. However, wildlife viewing activities are run by the lodges/camps and will 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.

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 & boat trip
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

ONOMO Hotel Kigali

Day 1

ONOMO Hotel Kigali

Mid-range hotel in Kigali – Breakfast Included

Breakfast Included

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Mantis Akagera Game Lodge

Day 2

Mantis Akagera Game Lodge

Luxury lodge inside Akagera NP – Breakfast Included

Breakfast Included

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ONOMO Hotel Kigali

Day 3

ONOMO Hotel Kigali

Mid-range hotel in Kigali – Breakfast Included

Breakfast Included

Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge

Day 4

Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge

Mid-range lodge less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas) – Breakfast Included

Breakfast Included

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Paradise Kivu

Day 5

Paradise Kivu

Mid-range hotel at Lake Kivu – Breakfast Included

Breakfast Included

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Day 6

End of tour

No accommodation

(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.

Arrival at the Kigali International Airport

Day 1

Arrival at the Kigali International Airport

Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, our dedicated team of Hermosa Life Tours and Travel will be at the Kigali International Airport for the meet and greet assistance, and clear with customs. You will transfer to the Kigali hotel. You will enjoy hotel amenities, have dinner, and rest. Mid-range hotel located in Kigali Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Kigali International Airport (Kigali) Stay: ONOMO Hotel Kigali Mid-range hotel located in Kigali Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Transfer to Akagera National Park – Sunset Boat Cruise

Day 2

Transfer to Akagera National Park – Sunset Boat Cruise

After your breakfast, you will start your journey to the Eastern part of Rwanda. Akagera National Park is Home to the Big 5- game safaris. On the way, you'll enjoy landscapes and the hills of Rwanda, en route game drives, and views. As you drive to the lodge, you can expect to see some animals such as elephants, giraffes, lions, and buffaloes. You'll check-in, order your lunch at the lodge, and relax a bit. In the afternoon, you'll embark on the sunset boat cruise where you'll be rewarded with several hippos and bird species on Lake Ihema. You'll retire and drive back to the lodge to refresh and relax using hotel amenities. Later, you'll have dinner and rest. Luxury lodge located inside Akagera NP Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Akagera National Park Stay: Mantis Akagera Game Lodge Luxury lodge located inside Akagera NP Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Akagera National Park Wildlife Safaris and Transfer Back to Kigali

Day 3

Akagera National Park Wildlife Safaris and Transfer Back to Kigali

Akagera is also known as one of the most scenic savannahs in East Africa. After your breakfast, you'll take your packed lunch boxes (order them). You will visit the Giraffe area in the south and the lakes road up towards Birengero. Akagera National Park is home to elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, antelopes and many more. You'll have a stopover for a packed lunch at the picnic area. Then, you'll continue with a drive straight back to Kigali city. You will arrive at the hotel, relax with dinner and rest. Mid-range hotel located in Kigali Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included

Destination: Akagera National Park Stay: ONOMO Hotel Kigali Mid-range hotel located in Kigali Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Kigali City Tour and Transfer to Volcanoes National Park – Visit Ellen campus

Day 4

Kigali City Tour and Transfer to Volcanoes National Park – Visit Ellen campus

After your breakfast, you'll embark on the Kigali city tour. You'll go for a visit to the Genocide Memorial Center, then drive to Musanze. You'll visit the multi-acre, eco-friendly facility adjacent to the Volcanoes National Park includes three main buildings — the Sandy and Harold Price Research Center, the Rob and Melani Walton Education Center, and the Cindy Broder Conservation Gallery—as well as housing for visiting students and researchers. The Ellen Campus is designed to serve as a gateway to conservation for the many stakeholders with whom we work as well as visitors from around the world, helping to create the next generation of conservationists. You'll choose a nice restaurant for your lunch in Musanze. Then, you will drive to the lodge with check-in and relaxation. You'll enjoy property amenities and the evening at leisure. Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas) Stay: Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Cultural Experiences + Transfer to Lake Kivu with a Night Fishing Experience

Day 5

Cultural Experiences + Transfer to Lake Kivu with a Night Fishing Experience

After your breakfast, you will proceed to check out and then go for cultural experiences at the Gorilla Guardians' former I’byiwacu Cultural Village. This place is fun with lots of Rwandan history and ancient stories. Feel free to take part in their traditional dance. You'll proceed with a transfer to Lake Kivu Rubavu side. You'll arrive at the hotel with full relaxation at the beach shores for the whole afternoon. Later, you will head out for the night fishing experiences. Join the singing traditional fishermen of Lake Kivu at night on the lake as they fish for samba the famous small fish of Lake Kivu. This tour is as real as it gets with amazing scenery. Later, you'll have dinner and rest. Mid-range hotel located at Lake Kivu Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Lake Kivu Stay: Paradise Kivu Mid-range hotel located at Lake Kivu Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Lake Kivu Boat Cruise and Transfer to Kigali + Departure

Day 6

Lake Kivu Boat Cruise and Transfer to Kigali + Departure

You'll wake up for breakfast, and enjoy it with the lake views. Then, you'll embark on the morning boat cruise on Lake Kivu to discover its different beautiful islands while on the lake and have a fantastic view of the country. During the boat cruise, you will see a variety of bird species including pelicans, crowned cranes, and malachite kingfishers. Depending on how busy the day is, this boat cruise lasts an average of 2 hours. Then, you will be transferred back to Kigali. You'll have last-minute souvenir shopping in Kigali city craft shops depending on your air transfer drive to Kigali International Airport for your transfer back home. See you when you next visit. 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)

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

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
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Hermosa Life Tours and Travel

5.0 operator rating 230 reviews

Hermosa Life Tours and Travel is a Rwandan and East Africa safari specialist and tour operator, offering a full service for arranging and booking safaris, mountain Gorilla Trekking, Wildlife and other Primates Experiences. Fully Licensed by Rwanda Development Board (RDB), Member of Rwanda Tours and Travel Association (RTTA) , American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) and ATTA The African Tourism and Travel Association, We are experienced tour operator with over 14 Years in Tourism Industry.

Office In

Rwanda

Size

10-20 employees (Founded in 2012)

Member Of

ATTA, ASTA, RTTA, RDB & Rwanda Chamber of Tourism (CoT)

Tour Types

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

Destinations

Rwanda, Uganda

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

Wonderful, attentive and considerate guide that made the tour fun!

Hermosa Life Tours and Travel recently provided me with an exceptional tour experience. From the moment we contacted them, their prompt and clear communication made the planning process a breeze and stress-free. Our driver and guide, Richard, was exceptional. He ensured a safe and comfortable journey, was knowledgeable, friendly, and engaging, sharing insightful information throughout the tour. In addition to their excellent service, they offer incredible value for the quality they provide. The tour was reasonably priced, and experience was great. I highly recommend Hermosa Life Tours and Travel to anyone seeking a reliable and enjoyable tour experience. Their professionalism, dedicated team, and outstanding value made our trip truly memorable and hassle-free.

Andrea · United States

Verified

Gorillas + Hermosa = Once in A Lifetime Experience

Absolutely perfect experience using Hermosa for our 2 day tour of Volcanoes NP! Communications with Tiamo leading up to our early morning pick-up in Kigali went very smoothly as the itinerary was to get to park in time to meet the gorilla trekkers that same morning. From the moment we met our driver Muhammed, we knew we were in great hands. Laughing and joking with Muhammed during all the driving was as much a part of the experience as the Gorillas and our crater hike. When we got back to Kigali we enjoyed a Nigerian meal with him as well, and now consider him a friend, amazing guy! Overall the experience couldn't have been better! We've just completed a month long journey through Rwanda, Uganda, Kenya, and Seychelles, and I can say without hesitation Rwanda was our favorite country! The phenomenal tour with Hermosa was definitely a big part of this. Highly reccomend Hermosa for your next journey!

Sean · United States

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Safe safari guide with a fantastic eye for spotting animals

I recently did a 2-day safari in Akagera National Park and it was such a great experience. I went as a solo female traveler and felt completely safe and well taken care of the entire time thanks to my guide, Richard. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and seemed to know exactly where to find the animals. He even stopped on our way back into town for some souvenirs based on our conversation earlier in the day Richard had a great eye and we ended up spotting so much wildlife throughout the trip. Some of my favourite moments were watching an elephant walk right beside the car, seeing giraffes up close, and spotting a hidden bushbuck. We also did a sunset boat cruise which had lots of birds to see. It wasn't the highlight for me, but still interesting if you enjoy birdwatching. The group before had seen a lot of wildlife so I think it’s more dependent on luck. The company was really easy to communicate with and made the booking experience quite seamless. I reached out to several but went with them based on their ease of communication and good reviews. The price was fair and on par with my other quotes. Overall, I’m so glad I chose this safari over the gorilla trekking experience. It felt more personal and relaxed, and I’d highly recommend it to anyone visiting Rwanda. If you can, definitely ask for Richard, he really made the trip memorable.

Jackie · Canada

Verified

Life changing experience

I’m an experienced traveler and have traveled and worked in many countries in Africa and elsewhere and this was a seriously professional tour service. From booking until we boarded the plane, Hermosa provided fabulous and attentive and flexible service. The communication was superb, our guide Richard was incredibly knowledgeable, courteous, accommodating, and I’ve rarely felt so taken care of or safe on any trip or tour. The accommodations were even nicer and more impressive than in the pictures, the food was delicious and beautifully presented. We did a gorilla trek and spent an hour literally sitting next to an entire family of Gorillas, practically at arms length, and I think, after spending time staring into the eyes of baby gorillas from only a few feet away, I will never be the same. I absolutely recommend Hermosa, and definitely ask for Richard!

Ben · United States

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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 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 minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.

Where do travelers stay during this tour?

ONOMO Hotel Kigali - Mid-range 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

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This tour is offered by Hermosa Life Tours and Travel, 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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