2 Days Big 5 Safari to Akagera NP Discover Rwandas Wild Heart
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What sets our 2-Day Big 5 Safari to Akagera National Park apart is a unique blend of immersive wildlife, profound cultural insight, and unparalleled scenic beauty, all in a concise Rwandan adventure.
Unlike typical safaris, your journey begins with a respectful visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial Centre, offering vital understanding of Rwanda's resilient spirit before delving into its wild heart.
In Akagera, experience an exclusive night game drive – a rare chance to spot nocturnal predators like lions and leopards under the stars. Complementing this is a serene sunrise boat trip on Lake Ihema, providing breathtaking close-ups of hippos, crocodiles, and diverse water birds from a unique perspective.
You'll traverse one of East Africa's most scenic savannahs, where rolling hills meet swamps, providing stunning backdrops for spotting the African Big 5 and a plethora of other magnificent wildlife. Akagera is also a birdwatcher's paradise. Book now for a splendid time!
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Visit the Genocide & Transfer to Akagera National Park for evening & Night Game drives
Accommodations
Overnight at Mantis Akagera Lodge that offers a 4 star hotel experience
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Kigali Genocide Memorial
At 8:30 am, you will be picked up by an English-speaking tour guide from your hotel who will give a short briefing, visit Kigali Genocide Memorial Centre, and later drive to the eastern part of Rwanda via beautiful landscapes. Farmlands, local markets, and communities to Akagera National Park, home to the African Big 5 and a medley of wildlife, with an en route Lunch on the way.
Akagera National Park
Upon arrival, an exhilarating afternoon game drive offers sightings of buffalo, antelopes, warthogs, elephants, and zebras. As dusk falls, experience a unique night game drive to spot elusive carnivores like lions and leopards, accompanied by stunning sunset views. Overnight at Akagera Game Lodge.
Morning boat Cruise and Full Game drive. Drive Back to Kigali
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Breakfast at Akagera Game Lodge
LUNCH
Lunch
Akagera National Park
Your Day 2 in Akagera starts at 7:00 AM with a sunrise boat trip on Lake Ihema (1.5 hours). Witness over 50 hippos, crocodiles, buffalo, and zebras. From 9:00 AM, embark on an extensive full game drive through Akagera's diverse African savannah, hills, and jungle. Spot the African Big 5 (lions, elephants, buffalo, rhinos) alongside giraffes, zebras, hippos, and numerous other mammals. The park boasts scenic landscapes with rolling hills, swamps, and water bodies. It's a birdwatcher's paradise with over 500 species, including rare ones like the shoebill stork. Akagera offers a rich blend of activities for all nature and wildlife enthusiasts. Around 4:00 PM, you'll exit the park for your drive back to Kigali, arriving around 6:15 PM for drop-off at your hotel or the airport.
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2 Days Big 5 Safari to Akagera NP Discover Rwandas Wild Heart
What‘s Included
Dinner
Breakfast
Pickup points
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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