2-Day Akagera National Park Game Drive, Ihema boat trip with a Choice 4x4

Recommended by 91% of travelers

Kigali, Rwanda

2 days (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

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.

Learn about the park’s conservation efforts from your guide
Opt for a pop-up roof safari car for the ultimate wildlife viewing
Choose from transport-only or accommodation packages
A private tour means a personalized experience

What's Included

Private transportation
Accommodation if chosen that option: Akagera Game Lodge, Subject to availability
A boat ride in Ihema lake
A Countryside Tours-Rwanda driver-guide
Drinking water with reusable bottles required by park. Single-use plastic bottles no longer allowed.
WiFi on board the vehicle
Pick-up and drop-off anywhere in Kigali City
220-240V electrical current for phones and portable devices

Admission (entry) fee: Akagera National Park
Accommodation if NOT opted: Akagera Game Lodge or Ruzizi Tented Lodge, Subject to availability.
Alcoholic beverages and meals
Anything not explicitly mentioned in the inclusions

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

In the notes, please provide the name of the hotel for pick-up or the street number of the house (place) of pick-up in Kigali City or along the way to Akagera National Park.

Itinerary

Day 1

Kigali to Akagera, Afternoon boat ride in Ihema lake

3 Stops

Bashana Companies & Imigongo Art Center.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Akagera National Park

4 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Mantis Akagera Game Lodge

1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Not included

Day 2

Full-day Akagera Game Drive, Head back to Kigali

1 Stop

Akagera National Park

6 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Not included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.7

based on 11 reviews

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Went on this safari...

Erin_S, Jan 2025

Went on this safari experience with a group of 11! We had such an awesome time and our guides were so friendly and knowledgeable. Plus saw every kind of big 5 animal up close :)

Response from Host, Jan 2025

Good day dear Guest! Thank you for entrusting the safari with Countryside Tours-Rwanda. We are pleased that the group enjoyed the experience and the sightings, with the assistance of the driver-guides. We wish to be with you again in then future. With Us, You Explore Better!

Great Guide who truly loves his job!

Kay_C, Mar 2023

Our guide Anaclet was very accomodating and knowledgeable. It is obvious he loves his job and his enthusiasm was infectious. We learned so much from him and enjoyed the time we spent with him.