Duration
6-Day
Akagera National Park, Rwanda
This 6-day safari takes you to Akagera National Park to see the Big Five--lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants, and buffaloes. Enjoy golden monkey trekking in Volcanoes National Park, water activities on Lake Kivu, and explore the Musanze Caves, formed by lava from Mount Bisoke and Mount Sabinyo.
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Duration
6-Day
Route
Kigali to Kigali
Via Akagera NP, Kigali, 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, walking safaris (with an armed guide), nature hikes/walks & boat trip
Accommodation
Quiet Haven Hotel - Mid-range hotel in Kigali – All Meals Included
Meals
All Meals Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
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Currency
USD
Rates
USD
Before booking
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This mid-range tour uses lodges and hotels.
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
The minimum age for this tour is 15 years.
Day 1
Mid-range hotel in Kigali – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 2
Mid-range lodge just outside Akagera NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 3
Mid-range hotel in Kigali – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 4
Mid-range lodge less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 5
Mid-range hotel at Lake Kivu – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 6
(No accommodation)
All Meals Included
Tour step
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Upon your arrival in Rwanda, our representative will meet you at Kigali International Airport, holding an A4 sign with your name on it. You will then be transferred to your hotel. Later, you’ll embark on a city tour, including a visit to the Genocide Memorial Site, where you’ll gain insights into Rwanda’s history. After the tour, you’ll return to the lodge for an evening of relaxation. Mid-range hotel located in Kigali All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
After breakfast, you'll set off for Akagera National Park. Upon arrival, enjoy a brief game drive before checking in at your lodge. After lunch, you’ll head out for a scenic boat ride on Lake Ihema, where you can spot hippos and crocodiles either lounging on the shores or submerged in the water. Between 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM, you’ll embark on a three-hour boat cruise. Following this, an evening game drive awaits, offering the chance to see some of the park’s iconic wildlife such as lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, elephants, and hippos—perfect for photography enthusiasts. You’ll return to the lodge afterward for the night. Mid-range lodge located just outside Akagera NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
We start the day early with breakfast, then head out for a morning game drive in Akagera National Park. During the drive, we’ll be on the lookout for large mammals such as elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, various antelope species, and the recently reintroduced lions and rhinos. The park’s diverse landscape offers excellent wildlife viewing opportunities and is also a paradise for bird lovers, with over 500 recorded bird species. Around midday, we begin our journey back to Kigali, stopping for lunch along the way. Dinner and overnight stay in Kigali. Mid-range hotel located in Kigali All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
After breakfast, you'll head north to Volcanoes National Park. Upon reaching Musanze, you'll visit the Dian Fossey Center before exploring the Musanze Caves. These caves, created by lava basaltic layers from Mount Bisoke and Mount Sabinyo, are one of the main attractions in the Musanze District. Historically, the caves were important to the local Kinyarwanda communities, who used them for the coronation of their kings. In the evening, you'll visit a community cultural village to immerse yourself in Rwandan culture, including a traditional dance performance. Dinner and overnight stay. Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5
You’ll start the day with an early breakfast before gathering at the Volcanoes National Park headquarters for a briefing. Equipped with your trekking gear and drinking water, you’ll then head into the forest to track the golden monkeys. After your trek, you’ll drive to the picturesque Lake Kivu, which borders Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Upon arrival, you’ll relax by the lakeside, enjoying the scenic views before returning to your lodge. Dinner and overnight stay at Nirvana Heights Resort & Spa. Mid-range hotel located at Lake Kivu All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 6
This morning after breakfast you will do either the Kayaking or boat ride on Lake Kivu and drive back to Kigali for your departure flight back home. All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Tour step
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
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)
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
Offered by
At Wagatil Safaris, we bring your African safari dreams to life with unforgettable experiences across Uganda and Rwanda. As a locally-owned Destination Management Company, we specialize in offering personalized, high-quality safaris that cater to both adventure seekers and luxury travelers. From the awe-inspiring mountain gorillas of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest to the peaceful savannas of Queen Elizabeth National Park, our expertly crafted itineraries are designed to suit your unique preferences.
Office In
Uganda
Size
1-5 employees (Founded in 2021)
Member Of
AUTO, USAGA, UTB & UWA
Tour Types
Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
Destinations
Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda
Traveler feedback
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5Just finished an amazing adventure with Wagatil Safaris and would highly recommend. I did a private solo trip with them for 8 days in Uganda and everything went so well. The experience with them was great from start to end. Smooth and nice communication with Pretty and Martin, who were helping me personalize my itinerary and planning, they were so nice and quick to answer any questions and very flexible to make any changes I requested and help to make the perfect trip for me. Everything was arranged and sorted so all I had to do was enjoy and take in all the incredible experiences, which made me feel very comfortable and in good safe hands. Can't praise my guide Eddie enough - he was so friendly, fun and knowledgeable and we were so lucky to see absolutely everything on the trip - from a leopard with her two cubs, tree climbing lion right next to us, gorillas with babies climbing around us - everything I ever dreamed of was ticked off the list! I did an 8 day trip which meant we were on the road most days and experiencing something new everyday, which was perfect for me as I was traveling alone and it felt like something was always happening and new things were waiting for us at every stop, but Uganda has so much to offer and experience so you won't be bored by adding even more days and activities. Thank you to Wagatil, Pretty, Martin and especially Eddie for making this trip an amazing and unforgettable adventure!
Lykke · Denmark
Nice and friendly tour leader. The tour was well planed, we could see many different animals in wild life. The accommodatios were very comfortable.
Steffen · Germany
I contacted Wagatil Safaris on very short notice, only three weeks before my departure. Pretty responded immediately and prepared an itinerary for me. The communication via WhatsApp was very friendly and professional. Pretty kept updating me whenever she found alternative, better hotels or optimized the route. Whenever I had questions, I always received a very quick reply. I booked a 5-day tour through Rwanda and Uganda including hiking, Golden Monkey trekking, Gorilla trekking, and chimpanzee trekking. At my request, I spent the first day on my own in Kigali and was picked up the following morning by my driver Andrew. As a solo female traveler, I felt very comfortable and safe with him. Andrew has a very pleasant driving style, is very friendly, and explains a lot about the country and its people. I also found it really sweet that after a few days I learned that Pretty checked in with Andrew every day to make sure I was truly happy with everything. The individual excursions were perfectly organized. It was breathtaking to see the animals in the wild. The nature is incredibly beautiful and the experiences are truly unique. It was also very nice to meet Pretty in person during a dinner. I can recommend Wagatil Safaris 100% and would definitely book with them again. It was absolutely worth every penny.
Jeannine · Germany
From start to finish Wagatil provided our group with amazing service. Before the trip Pretty was super responsive and flexed the itinerary to suit our requests. She was also quick to support any issues during the trip. Our 12 day trip was well planned and covered many of the most beautiful sites in Uganda. We chose to add some extra days after the trip around Lake Bunyonyi, which provided us with a much needed rest before heading home. Our guide and driver was Bosco. What a legend this guy was. He had a aura of calm and control, using his extensive experience to make our trip feel seamless. Each amazing encounter we had felt like a little bit of luck combined with the mastery of Bosco's timing, eye, driving and 'string pulling' :). We always felt well taken care of and really appreciated how genuinely Bosco wanted to give us an amazing experience. He even took us to a local hot springs after our hike in the Rwenzori range, which was both relaxing and an awesome opportunity to get off the tourist track and hang out with Ugandans. Bosco was the perfect professional and a great ambassador for Uganda. The car was in great condition. The pop-out roof meant we had amazing 360 views. We had lots of room inside as well as a fridge to keep fruit and drinks cool. We will definitely be recommending Wagatil to friends and family.
George Bevan · Portugal
Practical answers
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.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Quiet Haven Hotel - Mid-range hotel in Kigali – All Meals Included. Meals: All Meals Included
This tour starts and ends in Kigali
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Operator policy
This tour is offered by Wagatil 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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