Rwanda · Wildlife Safari

8-Hour Akagera National Park Safari from Kigali with Big 5 Game Drive

8 Hours Round trip from Akagera Easy pace

Full day game drive in Akagera National Park

Home to the world's big five, Akagera National Park

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Enjoy game drives in Akagera National Park
02 Spot the famous Big 5 of Africa and other wild animals
03 Explore Lake Ihema, home to hippos and crocodiles
04 Relax in Kayonza during the journey

Discover the fantastic wildlife of Rwanda on this full-day trip to Akagera National Park. Enjoy a game drive through one of the country's premier safari destinations as you look out for the Big 5 of Africa, including lions, leopards, rhinoceroses, elephants, and buffalos. Explore the southern part of the park, where vast Lake Ihema is home to hippos and crocodiles, and enjoy time to relax in Kayonza.

Spot amazing wildlife, including elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, and impalas.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Kigali, Akagera National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Full-Day Game Drive in Akagera National Park

Meet your local tour guide and naturalist at Neza Safaris offices or any designated place at around 6:00 AM.
Depart from Kigali in your safari vehicle at around 6:30 AM and drive to Akagera National Park.
Arrive by 9:00 AM and begin your full-day game drive in the park.
Spot amazing wildlife, including elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, and impalas. The government of Rwanda recently reintroduced black rhinos as well as lions in the park.
Stop in Kayonza to stretch and enjoy scrumptious snacks and a packed lunch.
You could also stop at the Imigongo Art Center for souvenir shopping on the way back from the park.
Drive back to Kigali by 6:00 PM or 7:00 PM and drop off at your respective final point.