Duration
2-Day
Akagera National Park, Rwanda
2-Day Akagera's Big Five - Safari & Lake Ihema Cruise
Overview
This two-day budget safari in Akagera National Park starts at 574 dollars per person sharing with mid-range bed and breakfast accommodation. The journey begins in Kigali and features a boat trip on Lake Ihema to see hippos and crocodiles followed by a full game drive to spot the Big Five. Discover a vast array of wildlife including giraffes, zebras, and nearly 500 bird species like the rare shoebill in a rich encounter with Rwanda's unique wooded savannah and wetland ecosystems.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
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
Minimum age
18 years
Activities
game drives & boat trip
Accommodation
Akagera Rhino Lodge - Mid-range lodge just outside Akagera NP – Meals at Own Expense
Meals
Meals at Own Expense; Breakfast Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
$814 USD
$631 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027
$814 USD
$631 USD
Jan 1, 2028 - Dec 31, 2028
$814 USD
$631 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 is unavailable for children.
Quote flow
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We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators ()
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 1-2
Akagera NP
End
Kigali (Day 2)
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.
Can be customized
You can request changes to this tour.
Suitable for solo travelers
Solo travelers can 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 & boat
This operator can book your international flights
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1
Akagera Rhino Lodge
Mid-range lodge just outside Akagera NP – Meals at Own Expense
Meals at Own Expense
Day 2
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
Departure to Akagera
Around 3:00 pm, pick you up at your hotel or other indicated point and depart to Akagera National Park to spend the night near the park outside On the way: Sanitary stop at Imigongo Art Center in Kayonza. After check in your accommodation, you can enjoy scenic views, walk and explore nearby your accommodation. Accommodation: Akagera Rhino Lodge (3-star hotel) or similar Meal Plan: Dine at your own Drinks: Mineral water. Mid-range lodge located just outside Akagera NP Meals at own expense Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Akagera National Park Stay: Akagera Rhino Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Akagera NP Meals: Meals at own expense Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
Full day wildlife Safari in Akagera
After an early breakfast, check in Akagera NP for a boat trip from 7:30 to 8:30 am on Lake Ihema to discover the aquatic wildlife (hippos, crocodiles, birds...). Then enjoy your full day game drive from south to north (approx. 7 hours) to spot many species of animals, including the Big 5 (lions, rhinos, elephants, buffalo and, by chance, the leopard), giraffe, zebra, antelope, impala, oribi and the discreet bushbuck, as well as the ungainly tsessebe and the world's largest antelope, the statuesque Cepeeland...). Also enjoy the Park's beautiful panoramic landscapes of hills and marshes. Lunch during the visit (Mihindi Café or packed food) After lunch continue your safari in the North by focusing on the Kilala Plain area which is home to a wide variety of animals Then return to Kigali and drop you off at your hotel or another location of your choice. Meal Plan: Breakfast (Lunch at your own) Drinks: Mineral water End of the safari. 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. 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$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 book your international flights
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
Attractive Safaris
4.8 operator rating
Attractive Safaris is an East African tourism and travel agency company with destination options in Rwanda, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Burundi, and the Republic of Congo. They provide guided tours, excursions, air ticketing, hotel bookings, car hirings, seminars, and conferences. In addition, they have Kibeho pilgrimage trips for travelers looking for a more religious experience in combination with a traditional African safari adventure.
Office In
Rwanda
Size
5-10 employees (Founded in 2009)
Member Of
ASTA, RTTA, Tripadvisor, VISIT RWANDA, Petit Futé & PSF
Tour Types
Mid-range & luxury tours with set start dates and a fixed itinerary
Destinations
Burundi, Congo (DRC), Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda
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 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?
Akagera Rhino Lodge - Mid-range lodge just outside Akagera NP – Meals at Own Expense. Meals: Meals at Own Expense
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 Attractive 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.
This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Attractive Safaris.
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