1 Day Akagera Game Drive Experience + Boat Cruise
One Day Akagera Game Drive Experience with Boat Cruise
Description: Experience the thrill of a safari in Rwanda’s Akagera National Park, one of Africa’s top savannah parks. With diverse habitats, including rolling hills, lakes, savannahs, and central Africa’s largest protected wetlands, Akagera is home to over 8,000 species. Spot the Big Five—buffaloes, elephants, leopards, lions, and rhinos—alongside giraffes, hippos, zebras, and various birds. Just a 3-hour drive from Kigali, it’s an ideal day trip for nature enthusiasts.
Detailed One-Day Itinerary to Akagera National Park:
- 5:00 AM: We will pick you up from your hotel in Kigali and begin our journey to Akagera National Park, with a quick breakfast stop at Imigongo Café.
- Arrival at the Park: Upon arrival, we will register and receive a briefing from the park guide. Afterward, enjoy a full-day game drive and conservation tour through the southern part of the park, where you’ll have the chance to spot animals like giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and a variety of bird species.
- 4:30 PM: End your day with a sunset boat cruise on Lake Ihema, Rwanda’s second-largest lake, known for its high concentration of hippos. On the boat cruise, you’ll witness the symbiotic relationship between hippos, crocodiles, and aquatic birds.
- After the Cruise: You will exit Akagera National Park and head back to Kigali, concluding your memorable safari experience.
Meal Plan: Breakfast and lunch included.
Vehicle Options:
- 1-2 people: 4×4 Jeep (Land Cruiser Prado)
- 3-6 people: 4×4 Safari Jeep
Pricing:
Number of people | Price per person in USD |
One person | 571 USD |
Two people | 370 USD |
Three people | 321USD |
Four people | 296 USD |
five people | 289 USD |
Six people | 272 USD |
Inclusions:
- Transport in a 4×4 Jeep
- Boat cruise on Lake Ihema
- Guided tours
- Park entry fees
- Meals (lunch and soft drinks)
Exclusions:
- Entry visa fees
- Alcoholic drinks
- Souvenirs
- Tips and donations
- Personal expenses
Terms & Conditions:
Booking Confirmation: A 70% deposit is required to confirm your booking. The remaining 30% is due 30 days before the tour start date. If booking within 30 days of the tour, full payment is required.
Cancellation & Refund Policy:
- 30% cancellation fee if canceled 30+ days before the tour start date.
- 50% cancellation fee if canceled 16-30 days before the tour start date.
- 100% cancellation fee if canceled within 15 days of the tour start date.
- No refunds for no-shows. Refunds will be processed to the original payment account.