Duration
3-Day
Akagera National Park, Rwanda
This is one of the famous destinations in Rwanda, where you will have the chance to see leopards, hyenas, jackals, owls, and Aardvarks. This journey blends scenic savannah landscapes, abundant wildlife, and the comfort of a carefully curated safari experience. From sweeping game drives to an unforgettable night safari, you'll explore one of Rwanda's most diverse ecosystems and finish with a relaxed return to Kigali.
Plan snapshot
Duration
3-Day
Route
Kigali to Kigali
Via Akagera NP
Country & park
Rwanda / Akagera National Park
Style
Safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
5 years
Activities
game drives
Accommodation
Ruzizi Tented Lodge - Luxury tented camp inside Akagera NP – All Meals Included
Meals
All Meals Included; Breakfast Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
USD
Before booking
Quote flow
This luxury tour uses tented camps.
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 changes to this tour.
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
The minimum age for this tour is 5 years.
Day 1-2
Luxury tented camp inside Akagera NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 3
(No accommodation)
Breakfast Included
Tour step
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
After breakfast, your Makisala guide will meet you at your hotel or the airport if you're arriving in the morning. You will then start a drive east toward Akagera National Park. Upon arrival, you'll check in at the park reception before continuing to Ruzizi Tented Lodge, where you'll settle in and enjoy lunch. In the afternoon, you'll head out for your first game drive, keeping an eye out for zebras, antelopes, buffaloes, and other wildlife. Later, you'll make your way to Lake Ihema for a peaceful 1.5-hour boat safari. This experience brings you close to hippos, crocodiles, and an array of water birds around Nyirabiyoro Island. You'll return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay surrounded by Akagera’s wilderness. Luxury tented camp located inside Akagera NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
After breakfast, you'll meet your guide and set off with your packed lunch for a full-day game drive through Akagera. You’ll traverse the park from south to north, exploring the wide-open Kilala and Mohana plains, where wildlife sightings are especially rewarding depending on the season. Expect encounters with elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and antelopes. At midday, your guide will choose a scenic picnic spot where you’ll enjoy your packed lunch before continuing your adventure through the wilderness. Later in the afternoon, you’ll make your way back toward the southern section of the park, keeping an eye out for any species you might have missed earlier. As night falls, you'll head out again for a night game drive, where you can spot animals such as leopards, hyenas, genet cats, aardvarks, jackals, and owls. After the night safari, you'll return to your lodge for dinner and a peaceful overnight stay. Luxury tented camp located inside Akagera NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
In the morning, after enjoying your late breakfast, a Makisala driver-guide will come to take you then you will go for a short game drive in the south to verify if there are any other animal species that you can see on the last day. Afterward, you'll have a drive back to Kigali and get dropped off at your hotel/residence or at the airport, depending on your flight time back home. Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not 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)
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 Makisala, we plan life-changing safaris with heart, purpose, and deep local expertise. We know Tanzania and East Africa like home because it is. We believe a great safari isn’t just about what you see. It’s about how it makes you feel more connected, more alive, more in awe of the world. And yes, we’re proud to give back: every trip supports the people and places that make Africa magical.
Offices In
Tanzania, Rwanda
Size
5-10 employees (Founded in 2023)
Member Of
Tanzania Association of Tour Operators, TALA, Tanzania Tourist Board & BRELLA
Tour Types
Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
Destinations
Rwanda, Tanzania
Traveler feedback
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5I booked my trip to Rwanda’s Twin Lakes and Mount Bisoke with Makisala Safaris, and it was an incredible experience from start to finish. The team helped me plan everything seamlessly, from transport to permits. So I could just focus on enjoying the adventure. The Twin Lakes were absolutely stunning, and hiking Mount Bisoke was challenging but so rewarding, especially reaching the crater lake at the top. My guide was knowledgeable, encouraging, and made the whole day feel safe and well-organized. I left Musanze with unforgettable memories and a deep appreciation for Rwanda’s natural beauty. Highly recommend Makisala Safaris for anyone looking to explore this side of Rwanda!
Eloi · France
I was volunteering in Arusha for a few weeks and decided to take a short 3-day safari with Makisala Safaris to Lake Manyara and Tarangire National Park. Everything was arranged so smoothly that I didn’t have to worry about a thing, transfers, park fees, meals, and accommodation were all handled. The guides were incredibly knowledgeable and friendly, pointing out wildlife I would never have spotted on my own. Seeing elephants up close in Tarangire and the tree-climbing lions of Manyara was just magical. I loved how Makisala Safaris built a quick yet unforgettable trip that fit perfectly into my volunteering schedule. I’d recommend them to anyone looking for a short but amazing safari while staying in Arusha.
Hirwa Eduige · Rwanda
I travelled with Makisala Safaris this September and visited Tarangire, Lake Manyara and the Serengeti. Everything was so well-organized from start to finish; our guide met us on time every day and handled every detail, so all we had to do was enjoy the parks. Tarangire impressed me with its huge herds of elephants, Lake Manyara was full of birdlife and those famous tree-climbing lions, and then the Serengeti was simply breathtaking with endless plains and incredible wildlife sightings. The accommodations were comfortable and perfectly chosen, and our driver-guide was knowledgeable, friendly and made the whole experience fun. I highly recommend Makisala Safaris to anyone planning a safari in Tanzania, they made my journey smooth, exciting and truly unforgettable.
Louise Mutesi · Rwanda
I had such a great time with Makisala Safaris during my trip to Dar and Zanzibar this August. From the start, their communication made everything so easy. I always felt updated and taken care of. The whole experience was smooth, reliable, and honestly such good value for money. What I loved most was how well everything was organized, which let me just enjoy the trip without stress. Zanzibar was definitely the highlight for me, and the way the team planned it made it really special. I’d happily recommend Makisala Safaris to anyone, they made my trip both fun and memorable.
Mukantwari Francoise · Rwanda
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 5 years and older.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
You can request changes to this tour.
Ruzizi Tented Lodge - Luxury tented camp inside Akagera NP – 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 Makisala 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.
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