3 Days for Akagera National Park and Community cultural Tour

DESCRIPTION

The trip to Akagera National Park will give you the great safaris experience of your life in the country of thousand hills. This is one of the best savannah park in Africa based on its four eco-habitats of more than 8,000 animal and bird species. The uniqueness of Akagera National Park will give you unique experience of rolling hills, lakes views, open savannah and the largest protected swamps in central Africa. Distance from Kigali to Akagera Park is about 2 ½ hours’ drive, 105.2 km. The 3 days visit will allow you to interact with the community surrounding the Park and the wildlife safaris experience

3 Days highlights Akagera National Park 

Day 1: Community cultural tour

Day 2: Full day wildlife experience and boat cruise

Day 3: Full Day Akagera Wildlife experience.

Detailed 3 Days Itinerary to Akagera National Park.

Day 1: Community Cultural Tour

At 9 AM, depart from Kigali towards Akagera National Park, with a stop at Imigongo Café. Arrive at Rutete Lodge/Akagera Transit Lodge around 12 PM for check-in and lunch.

At 2 PM, embark on a community cultural tour, where you will interact with locals and experience milking cows, honey sampling, traditional food preparation, cultural dances, and Imigongo painting.

Accommodation: Rutete Lodge / Rhino Lodge /  Akagera Game Lodge

Day 2: Full-Day Game Drive & Boat Cruise

At 6:30 AM, transfer to the park entrance for registration and briefing before starting a full-day game drive. Expect to see giraffes, zebras, buffalos, hippos, crocodiles, and various bird species while exploring the park’s diverse landscapes.

At 4:30 PM, enjoy a sunset boat cruise on Lake Ihema, famous for its large hippo populations, crocodiles, and aquatic birds. Learn about the unique symbiotic relationship between hippos and crocodiles before returning to the lodge for dinner.

Accommodation: Rutete Lodge /  Rhino Lodge / Mantis Akagera Game Lodge

Day 3: Full-Day Akagera Wildlife Safari & Departure

Start the full-day game drive from the south to the north of the park, increasing your chances of spotting the Big Five (lions, elephants, buffalos, rhinos, leopards) alongside zebras, antelopes, and breathtaking landscapes of hills, lakes, and swamps.

After exiting the park in the north, drive back to Kigali for departure.

This 3-day adventure blends wildlife, culture, and nature, offering an immersive Akagera safari experience

PRICING:

OPTION 1 (Inclusion) OPTION 2 (Inclusion) OPTION 3 ( Inclusion)
Transport- Rav 4 Transport – Land Cruiser Prodo (4×4) Transport -Safari car (4×4)
Accommodation – Rutete Lodge (Rwinkwavu) Accommodation – Akagera Transit lodge or Rhino lodge  Accommodation  – Akagera Game Lodge  in Akagera Nation Park
Guiding Guiding Guiding
Park entry Park entry Park entry
Meals and soft drinks Meals and soft drinks Meals and soft drinks
Boat Cruise Boat Cruise Boat Cruise
Community tour Community tour Community tour
PRICE: 1,739 USD Per Person PRICE: 1,988 USD Per Person PRICE: 2,612 USD Per Person

EXCLUSIVE: Covid rapid test, Alcohols, buying souvenirs, tips and donations, personal expenses.

TERMS & CONDITIONS

Payment Policy

  • An advance of 80% is required at the time of booking. The balance or final payment of 20% is due at arrival in Kigali after checking in at the hotel;
  • If the reservation is made within 45 days prior to the arrival date, full payment is required at the time of booking;
  • In case payment is done by debit / credit card, additional fee of 3% is required;
  • The copy of proof of payment required and sent to the company’s business email (info@thinkotours.com) in order to confirm the booking.

Cancellation Policy

In the event that you decide to cancel a trip after booking it, certain cancellation charges will be payable to our supplier as your payments are immediately used to obtain lodging, tours and services at the best rates.

You understand and accept when booking through us that you are bound by our supplier’s terms and conditions and accordingly any policies they may have on cancellation charges.

  • Cancellation fee of 25% if the trip is cancelled less than 90 days prior to the arrival;
  • Cancellation fee of 50% if the trip is cancelled less than 60 days prior to the arrival;
  • Cancellation fee of 100% if the trip is cancelled less than 45 days prior to the arrival;
  • Payment for Gorilla Permits is nonrefundable.