3 Days Akagera National Park game safari in rwanda|Akagera national park wildlife safari
3 Days Akagera National Park Safari, Experience the beauty of Rwanda’s only savannah national park on this 3 Days Akagera National Park Safari. Located in northeastern Rwanda, Akagera National Park is a remarkable conservation success story and one of the best wildlife destinations in East Africa. The park is home to the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhinoceros—as well as giraffes, zebras, hippos, crocodiles, antelopes, and over 500 bird species.
This safari offers an excellent opportunity to explore Akagera’s diverse ecosystems, including open savannah plains, rolling hills, woodlands, wetlands, and scenic lakes, while enjoying unforgettable wildlife encounters in their natural habitat. Whether you’re interested in thrilling game drives, a relaxing boat cruise on Lake Ihema, or exceptional birdwatching, this tour promises an authentic Rwandan safari experience.
The safari begins and ends in Kigali, Rwanda’s vibrant capital city, making it an ideal short wildlife adventure for travelers looking to experience the country’s unique biodiversity and breathtaking landscapes.
Brief itinerary
- Day 1: Arrival and transfer to Akagera national park-boat cruise
- Day 2: Full day game drive
- Day3: Departure
- Detailed
Day 1: Transfer to Akagera National Park evening Boat trip on lake Iheme
After breakfast, your guide will transfer you to Akagera national park which is located in the north-eastern part of Rwanda covering an area of about 2500km2 of savannah plains. The park has a wide variety of wildlife including the big five 
mammals and it’s a home to over 500 different species of birds some of which can’t be seen elsewhere in the world. Arrive in time at the lodge check in for lunch and later you will go for a boat trip on Lake Ihema, where you will have a closer look at marine animals like Crocodiles and Hippos, coupled with large concentration of bird life that live and feed on the lake over 525 species identified unique species such as Shoe billed stocks and papyrus gonolek are part of the list. Endemics include the jacanas, ibis, sand pipers and herons. Dinner and an overnight at
Location Akagera National Park
Accommodation option:
Luxury Akagera Game Lodge
Mid range :Ruzizi tented lodge
Budget : Camping grounds.
Meal Plan: Full board (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
Day 2: Full-Day Game Drive in Akagera National Park
After an early breakfast, embark on an exciting full-day game drive through the diverse landscapes of Akagera National Park. Accompanied by an experienced ranger guide, you will explore different sections of the park in search of its incredible wildlife. The ranger’s expert knowledge and tracking skills will greatly enhance your chances of spotting the park’s famous Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhinoceros.
As you drive through the open savannah, woodlands, wetlands, and rolling hills, keep an eye out for a variety of other wildlife, including Masai giraffes, Burchell’s zebras, impalas, topis, bushbucks, oribis, waterbucks, warthogs, baboons, vervet monkeys, and numerous bird species. Every game drive is unique, offering different wildlife sightings and excellent photographic opportunities.
Enjoy a picnic lunch within the park before continuing your afternoon wildlife viewing as you discover more of Akagera’s spectacular scenery and rich biodiversity. Return to your lodge in the late afternoon to relax and reflect on an unforgettable day in Rwanda’s premier wildlife destination.
Location Akagera National Park
Accommodation option:
Luxury Akagera Game Lodge
Mid range :Ruzizi tented lodge
Budget : Camping grounds.
Meal Plan: Full board (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
Day 3: Return to Kigali – Departure
After a leisurely breakfast, check out of your lodge and bid farewell to the incredible wildlife and breathtaking landscapes of Akagera National Park. You will then begin your scenic drive back to Kigali, enjoying the beautiful countryside and rolling hills that have earned Rwanda the nickname, the “Land of a Thousand Hills.”
Upon arrival in Kigali, and depending on your flight schedule, you may have time to visit local craft markets or shops to purchase souvenirs, handmade crafts, locally roasted coffee, or other memorable gifts to take home.
Later, your guide will transfer you to Kigali International Airport in time for your onward flight, marking the end of your memorable Akagera National Park safari. We hope you leave Rwanda with unforgettable memories and look forward to welcoming you back for another East African adventure in the future.
End of 3 Day Akagera National Park
Included in the tour package
- Airport transfers
- Transportation in a 4WD all fuel for the tour
- Professional English-speaking driver/guide
- Accommodations
- Meals
- Drinking water in the vehicle
- Park entrance fees
- Activities as listed
- Game drives and boat cruise
Excluded
- International flights
- Visa
- Activities that are mentioned as optional in the program
- Government tax or increments in park fees
- Personal insurance (medical/travel)
- Tips and gratuities to your driver/guide, rangers, site guides, porters, hotel staff, etc.
- All expenses of a personal nature (e.g. drinks, laundry, souvenirs etc.)
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