Akagera National Park Safari: See the Big 5

Experience the Big 5 in Akagera National Park. Witness lions, elephants, buffalos, leopards, and rhinos in their natural habitat.

Duration: 13 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Akagera National Park - Itinerary
    An itinerary for this product
    Morning Pick-up: Anywhere in Kigali or en route to Akagera National Park
    Stop by: Bashana Companies & Imigongo Art Center. 4F4C+C4J, Kayonza
    with a 15-minute stopover at Imigongo Art Center for coffee, restroom, snacks, art viewing, handicrafts, and relaxation.
    Stop by: Akagera…
What's Included
  • Pick-up and drop-off anywhere in Kigali City or Kigali airport
  • Professional driver guide by Afri Safaris
  • Opted Transport: 4x4 Land Cruiser, 4x4 Open roof safari vehicle, 4x4 vehicle or Rav4
  • Lunch
  • Boat safari in Ihema lake, when opted
  • Water with reusable bottles required by park
What's Not Included
  • • Entry/ Admission fee: Akagera National Park
  • •Admission: Boat safari on Lake Ihema, when not opted
  • •Everything else not mentioned in the Inclusions.
Additional Information

The Akagera Wildlife Safari, a one-day adventure, provides an unparalleled safari experience. Departing from Kigali early in the morning, the journey to Akagera National Park takes approximately 2.5 to 3 hours, guided by a local expert from Afri Safaris. Transportation is provided in premium 4×4 safari vehicles equipped with Wi-Fi, ensuring you stay…

Location
Akagera National Park
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Jessicawu3576tp
Jun 22, 2025
Definitely a super amazing experience - I truly enjoyed my safari. Samuel, the guide, was very friendly and always provided knowledgeable information when seeing animals. When arriving at the park, he also checked with me if there was any particular animals I would love to see and he did try his best to take me to the places where those animals might appear based on his experiences. The boat ride was also amazing and we get to see the elephants and a large variety of birds. Overall, the whole experience was truly unforgettable and I will definitely make the same choices when I visit Rwanda next time!
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588shuheiu
Jun 12, 2025
What an unusual event! - Thank you for the opportunity to watch wild animals! It was an unusual event for us. We could watch elephants, rhinos, giraffes, buffalos and so on. And the guide was very kind!
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Dreamer05737181499
Jun 8, 2025
Wonderful time, thanks to Afrisafari - As a solo traveler, I had a wonderful experience. Samuel was an excellent guide who truly enjoyed his time in the park. Overall, the experience was world-class.
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Christoskl
May 28, 2025
Great safari in Akagera National Park - Great safari in Akagera National Park with Afri Safaris. Although we only managed to see only three of the big five (missed the lions and the leopards), it was still a very good day trip. Our guide was very engaging and gave us lots of information about the animals we saw. We also opted for the boat ride in the morning and it was one of our favourite moments at the safari ($35 per person). Lastly, the communication we had with Afri Safaris ahead of the day trip was excellent. They quickly respond to both Viator and Whatsapp messages and they also sent you the sample itinerary! Totally recommend this company!
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Chris_k
May 28, 2025
Great day trip to see animals - We really enjoyed this safari in Akagera National Park. Although we only managed to see only three of the big five (missed the lions and the leopards) and even though there were a few gaps throughout the day without any sightings it was still a very good day trip. Our guide and driver Kevin was very engaging and gave us lots of information about the animals we saw. We also opted for the boat ride in the morning and it was one of our favourite moments at the safari. The weather was very good and it created some amazing landscapes plus we saw lots of animals including a baby crocodile, some black rhinos running away and elephants bathing. We didn't choose the boat ride in advance but instead we communicated with the tour operator that we wanted to do it the day before and we could pay for it ($35 each) at the visitor centre together with the entry fee ($100 each). Lastly, the communication we had with Afri Safaris ahead of the day trip was excellent. They quickly respond to both Viator and Whatsapp messages and they also sent you the sample itinerary! Totally recommend this company!
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Georgio
May 18, 2025
Great experience. Would recommend - Great experience. Afri Safaris team was well organized and very responsive. Samuel our driver and guide was especially helpful. He is a great spotter in the savanna and goes the extra mile to make sure we got the best experience possible. Would recommend
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Tuyizerem2025
May 17, 2025
A must do experience in Rwanda! - We had a great time in Akagera, our driver guide was very pleasant and helpful. He explained everything to us. We saw a lot of animals. Communication was excellent. The entire experience was well worth over the price. I can’t recommend this tour enough!!
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Hiroaki_o
May 13, 2025
Amazing Day-Trip Out of Kigali! - I had an amazing day exploring Akagera National Park with my guide, Samuel. My tour started in Kigari at 8 a.m. and I spent nearly six hours immersed in the park’s stunning landscapes and wildlife. Thanks to Samuel’s deep knowledge of the park and his sharp eye, I was lucky enough to spot elephants, rhinos, giraffes, zebras, hippos, baboons, impalas—and even lions, albeit from a distance. He knew exactly where to go and positioned the vehicle perfectly at various viewpoints to maximize every wildlife sighting. Samuel’s expertise and calm, friendly demeanor made the entire experience smooth, safe, and incredibly rewarding. Highly recommended for anyone looking to discover the beauty and biodiversity of Akagera!
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485debo
May 9, 2025
We had a blast!! - My colleague and I had an amazing safari experience. We did a full-day game drive in Akagera National Park with Afri Safaris. Our driver guide did an excellent job. We spotted the all big 5 and numerous animals. The service was excellent from start to end and I enjoyed the food. Everything went accordingly. I highly recommend this trip
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421safies
May 4, 2025
Unforgettable memory - I had an amazing time on the safari! I got to see so many animals, and the guide was super dedicated and really knew his stuff. Definitely a highlight of the trip!
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From $200
up to 14 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).