Top Kigali Safaris

The One Day Akagera Wildlife Safari offers one of the most exciting wildlife experiences travelers can enjoy while visiting Rwanda. Perfect for those with limited time, this tour allows you to explore Rwanda’s only savannah park and experience an authentic African safari in just one day. Your adventure begins early in the morning with a scenic drive from Kigali to Akagera National Park, a journey of approximately 2.5 to 3 hours through Rwanda’s beautiful countryside. Along the way, your professional Afri Safaris driver-guide will share insights about Rwanda’s culture, landscapes, and wildlife. Travel comfortably in our premium 4×4 safari vehicles, specially designed for safari adventures. Our vehicles are equipped with Wi-Fi connectivity to keep you connected throughout your journey and onboard charging ports to ensure your devices remain powered so you can capture every unforgettable moment. Book your safari today and experience Rwanda’s wildlife like never before!

This tour has made it a reality to experience two major park activities in just one single day, in contrast with the majority of other tours listed on the market. In addition,travellers enjoy a picnic and outdoor time,either solo or in large groups, while enjoying delicious home-made meals. The tour is ideal for travellers visiting Rwanda on a tight schedule, who do not wish to miss out on an authentic safari in Africa.

Thinking about a gorilla trekking safari in Rwanda? Get ready for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure deep in misty forests, where encounters with mountain giants become unforgettable memories. This One Day Rwanda Gorilla Trekking with Dian Fossey or Guardians takes you into Volcanoes National Park for a journey tracking endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. Coming face-to-face with a mountain gorilla is raw, wild, and deeply moving many say it’s life changing. You’ll be close enough to hear their breath, smell their earthy scent, and feel a powerful connection we share 98% of their DNA. Enjoy an early departure from Kigali on a scenic 2–2.5 hour drive in a premium 4×4 safari vehicle with Wi-Fi and charging ports. Your experience includes Rwanda’s conservation story with a visit to the Ellen Campus or the Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village, a former ex-poachers’ community showcasing Rwanda’s culture & transformation. Perfect for a short but unforgettable African adventure.

Optimize your chances of spotting black rhino, lions, giraffes, and more on this full-day, private tour to Akagera National Park. Benefit from your guide’s local knowledge as you explore the sprawling wetland by off-road vehicle, uploading your pictures in real time thanks to complimentary on-board WiFi. Lunch and round-trip hotel transfers come included, ensuring a seamless safari experience.

Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park is a must-do for anyone visiting Rwanda. This private tour ensures a hassle-free journey, with early morning hotel pickup and a private driver handling navigation, so you can rest ahead of your trek (permit not included). Return transfer and lunch are also provided, so you can fully focus on the adventure.

Experience Rwanda’s only savanna park on an unforgettable Akagera safari with wildlife, scenic landscapes, and a Lake Ihema boat safari. Choose your option based on nationality or residency, with park fees and boat safari included. Please select the correct category as fees vary by visitor status. Akagera is home to the Big Five, giraffes, zebras, hippos, crocodiles, and many bird species. Enjoy an early morning game drive with an experienced driver guide sharing insights about the park’s wildlife and conservation. Vehicles are selected based on group size: SUVs for 1–3 guests and pop-up roof safari vehicles for larger groups of 4–15 guests. A perfect safari experience for travelers seeking Rwanda’s wild side with comfort and all essential fees included.

The perfect Rwanda safari if you have just one day. Just 2.5 hrs from Kigali with a 30-minute comfort stop, Akagera is one of the few parks in Africa where you can see all the Big Five: lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and cape buffaloes in a single day. Most visitors see only four because the leopard hunts mostly at night and is rarely spotted during the day. This full-day safari starts at 05:00, and you are back at your hotel by 19:00, or at the airport by 18:00 just in time for most international flights. Arrive at the park at 8:30 AM with priority entry, bypassing the line. The day begins with a morning boat safari followed by a game drive, two different ways of exploring the park that increase your odds of spotting wildlife. Mornings are spent in the south, characterized by shrubland and woodland, where sightings cluster around game drive tracks and the lakeshore. Afternoons move north, where wildlife, particularly predators are more concentrated and visibility is unhindered

Swap the bustling capital for central Africa's largest protected wetland on this full-day tour to Akagera National Park. Benefit from the personalized attention of your private guide as you explore the park by pop-roof vehicle, looking out for native lions, rhino, giraffes, and more. Opt to enhance your itinerary with a Lake Ihema boat cruise and enjoy hassle-free round-trip transfer from your Kigali hotel included.

Memorable adventure Just two hours from Kigali, Akagera National Park is situated in the eastern province of Rwanda, on the border with Tanzania. The park covers an area of approximately 1,100 km² encompassing a unique and picturesque park, with rich diversity in wildlife and environments. The mountainous western boundary reaches altitudes of nearly 2000 metres in the Mutumba hills region, these highlands provide spectacular views over the expanse of lakes and papyrus swamps to the east, the largest protected wetland in Central Africa. On a national scale the Akagera region is an important area for large mammals in the country as the only protected savannah environment in Rwanda, complimenting the humid forests of Nyungwe National Park in the south of Rwanda and the afro-alpine habitats of Volcanoes National Park in the north. Akagera has an inspiring conservation story, under the public private partnership between conservation non-profit African Parks and the Rwanda Development Board

Discover Rwanda’s rich biodiversity when you book this 2-day tour from Kigali to Akagera National Park. Alongside a private guide, enjoy game drives and a boat safari on Ihema Lake to spot wildlife like hippos, crocodiles, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and perhaps even lions and black rhinos. Upgrade to include accommodation for a seamless safari experience.

This is Rwanda's only group safari to Akagera National Park, courtesy of Akagera Safari®. Solo travelers figured this out first. Your friends won't commit. Don't need a whole vehicle for yourself? So this exists. No waiting. No empty seats to pay for. No trying to convince your group chat to finally pick a date. Its Your Turn

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime trek into Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park with Afri Safaris to encounter the rare and playful Golden Monkeys—found only in the misty Virunga Mountains. This thrilling one-day adventure is perfect for travelers short on time but craving unforgettable wildlife experiences. Watch these curious, golden-furred primates leap through bamboo forests in one of Africa’s most biodiverse regions. Kick off your epic day with an early departure from Kigali on a scenic 2–2.5 hour Enjoy a seamless and comfortable journey with our premium 4×4 safari vehicles, equipped with Wi-Fi connectivity to keep you in touch with your loved ones & the world, plus onboard power charging systems to keep your devices fully powered throughout your adventure. Enhance your day with an optional visit to the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund or the Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village—an ex-poacher community celebrating Rwandan culture and conservation. Ideal for nature lovers, photographers, and explorers

Lake Kivu—one of Africa’s Great Lakes, sitting in the Albertine Rift—offers deep immersion in nature, away from the crowds. On this tour, you’ll head out early in the morning for a boat trip to the lake’s best islands, stopping for a hike, a waterside lunch, and to take in the views. There will be plenty of chances for wildlife-viewing, too.

Spend a day exploring Rwanda’s most scenic views on this private tour from Kigali, ideal for travelers short on time. Visit picturesque spots around Lake Kivu and Nyungwe Forest National Park, and immerse yourself in local culture with stops at villages and cultural centers. Enjoy personalized insights, hotel pickup, and a tailored experience with your private guide.

This private tour ensures a personalized experience, allowing you to hike at your own pace while enjoying the serene beauty of Volcanoes National Park. You’ll have the flexibility to fully immerse yourself in the natural surroundings. The crater lake at the summit is a rare and breathtaking feature, making the hike truly special. Along the way, you’ll encounter golden monkeys, rare bird species, and unique alpine vegetation. The journey to the park itself is scenic, showcasing Rwanda’s rolling green hills. This adventure blends challenging trekking, wildlife encounters, and stunning landscapes.

Conquer the peak of Mt. Bisoke on this full-day hiking tour, perfect for adventurous travelers. Enjoy the convenience of private service and round-trip transportation in a 4x4 vehicle, with early morning hotel pickup to maximize your day. Take in sweeping views of the Virunga Massif and visit the active crater lake at the summit, with lunch included for a seamless experience.

This safari adventure offers a chance to spot the Big Cats and the Big Five, including the Lions, Elephants, Buffalos, elusive Leopards, and the awe-inspiring Black and White Rhinos. This park is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, as it boasts a diverse array of other fascinating creatures, such as graceful Giraffes, striking Zebras, elegant Impalas, formidable Crocodiles, and mighty Hippos, among many others. Prepare for an immersive game drive experience that takes you through the natural habitats of these magnificent animals. Witness the wonders of nature unfold as you encounter an incredible variety of bird species and marvel at the breathtaking views of the lakes and landscapes. Our safari tour ensures you have the best opportunities to observe wildlife up close, capturing unforgettable moments and creating lifelong memories.

The 6 Days Rwanda Uganda Wildlife Safari offers the opportunity to trek golden monkeys at Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda before travelling onwards to Uganda for gorilla trekking at Bwindi National Park.

At Opportune Safaris, we invite you to explore the breathtaking beauty of Akagera National Park, Rwanda’s only savannah park and home to the iconic Big Five. Imagine starting your day with a golden sunrise over rolling plains, where elephants roam freely, lions lounge in the shade, and giraffes move gracefully across the horizon. Akagera offers a unique blend of wildlife, lakes, and scenic landscapes that create an unforgettable safari experience.

The golden monkey trekking tour in Volcanoes NP is one of the top adventures to do in Rwanda. The activity involves a relatively easy trek through the bamboo jungles in the lower zones of the Virunga Volcanoes to find and spend an hour with the striking Golden Monkeys. Afterwards head to misty Bwindi, which is home to more than half the population of the remaining 720 Mountain Gorillas. Bwindi offers a unique birding opportunity, cultural experiences, and the elusive primates. Bwindi NP most notable for being home of over 400 of the world’s critically endangered mountain gorilla population, estimate of 880 mountain gorilla population, which has been under protection since 1964, there is about 310 species of butterfly, 51 species of reptiles, 200 types of trees, 88 species of moths and an exceptional 120 types of mammals including 10 primates. The latter includes chimpanzee, L'Hoest's, red tailed and blue monkey, black and white colobus, baboon.

This is an extraordinary safari adventure that offers a double chance to spot the iconic Big Five, including the majestic Lions, mighty Elephants, formidable Buffalos, elusive Leopards, and the awe-inspiring Black and White Rhinos. Optimize your chance to spot African' wildlife with us, This tour is great for any one seekers adventure, education, and for families with children.

Akagera National Park—home to the “Big Five”— is one of the best places to spot wildlife in East Africa, but animal sightings take time and skill. On this full-day private tour from Kigali, ride through the park by rugged 4x4 with an open-top roof for better access and visibility than you’d have with a standard car. Entrance fees are included, plus door-to-door hotel transfers from the capital.

Tick off two of the region’s must-do experiences on this multi-day tour to Virunga National Park from Kigali. Round-trip transfer ensures hassle-free border crossing into the DRC, so you can dedicate your time to tracking mountain gorillas and climbing the active Mount Nyiragongo volcano. Camping accommodation and meals are included as per itinerary, so all you need is your camera, walking shoes, and sense of adventure.