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Akagera 1-Day Safari, Lake Ihema Boat Ride & Park Fees Included

5.0 (22 reviews) 10–12 hours Free cancellation
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Akagera 1-Day Safari, Lake Ihema Boat Ride & Park Fees Included

About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration
10–12 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 15 people
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English
Operated by
Iriza Tours & Safaris

Ages: Infants (0–5 years) · Children (6–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Binoculars for wildlife viewing
  • Included: Bottled drinking water
  • Included: Freshly prepared hot lunch with your choice of meal and soda
  • Included: Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Kigali
  • Included: Guided Lake Ihema boat safari included
  • Included: Professional English-speaking driver-guide
  • Included: Akagera National Park’s entry fees

Not included

  • Not included: Tips are optional but appreciated.
  • Not included: Breakfast, Alcoholic Beverages and Personal Expenses

Itinerary

  1. Kigali

    3 hours

    From your pick-up point in Kigali to Akagera National Park, enjoy a scenic drive through Rwanda’s beautiful eastern landscapes, with rolling hills, lush valleys, terraced fields, and traditional villages along the way.

    As you travel, you will experience the charm of the countryside and may see local farmers tending their fields, offering a glimpse into everyday life in Rwanda’s East Province.

    Upon arrival at Akagera National Park, you will proceed to the park reception where the entry fee is paid directly. The fee varies depending on nationality and residency status. Please share your nationality with us in advance, and we will be happy to provide the applicable entry fee information before your visit.

    After completing the entry process, begin your safari adventure through Akagera National Park, home to diverse wildlife and stunning landscapes.

  2. Akagera National Park

    3 hours

    As you arrive at Akagera National Park, our experienced guide-driver warmly welcomes you and escorts you through the park reception. Here, you're provided with a comprehensive briefing about the park's unique ecosystem, its inhabitants, and the rules for a safe and enjoyable visit. This is also your opportunity to ask any questions you may have about the park and its wildlife.

    Once briefed, the exhilarating journey of the game drive begins. As you venture deeper into the park, the excitement builds with every turn, as the landscape unfolds before you, revealing an array of remarkable wildlife. From the moment you enter, the enchantment of Akagera becomes palpable as sightings of animals begin almost immediately, setting the stage for an unforgettable safari experience.

  3. Akagera National Park

    one hour

    After immersing yourselves in the wonders of half the park, encountering captivating wildlife along the way, you pause your adventure for a delightful lunch and refreshing break. Energized and rejuvenated, you eagerly venture northward, where the sprawling savannah unveils a plethora of majestic animals awaiting our discovery.

  4. Akagera National Park

    2 hours

    After a satisfying lunch break ,the excitement of your game drive continues as you journey further north into Akagera National Park. With each passing moment, anticipation mounts as you delve deeper into the park's wilderness, eager to discover the hidden treasures that await. As the landscape unfolds before you, with its sprawling plains and meandering rivers, the possibility of encountering majestic wildlife fills the air with anticipation. With every turn of the road, you're one step closer to uncovering the natural wonders that make Akagera a haven for safari enthusiasts.

  5. Kigali

    3 hours

    As your exhilarating game drive in Akagera National Park comes to a close, you're filled with a sense of fulfillment and awe at the remarkable wildlife and natural beauty you've experienced. With memories of giraffes grazing on acacia trees and hippos lazing in the water, you bid farewell to the wilderness and begin the journey back to Kigali.

    As you're dropped off at the starting point in Kigali, you reflect on the day's adventures with gratitude and wonder. The sights and sounds of the park linger in your mind, a testament to the power of nature to inspire and uplift. Though your safari may be over, the memories you've made will stay with you forever, reminding you of the magic that awaits in Rwanda's wild places.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Go to Norrsken Kigali house you will meet our guide-driver waiting for you in our Iriza Tours uniform

End point

  • Go to Norrsken Kigali house you will meet our guide-driver waiting for you in our Iriza Tours uniform

Pickup points

  • Kigali Serena Hotel
  • Park Inn by Radisson Kigali
  • Radisson Blu Hotel & Convention Centre, Kigali
  • Legacy Africa Hotel
  • Kigali Intl. Airport

Provide us with your location we will pick you up and drop you off.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

  • African Citizens

    Boat safari

    Duration: 12 hours

    Lunch : Lunch served at a scenic picnic area inside Akagera National Park overlooking Lake Mihindi.

    4WD: Vehicles are selected based on group size. SUVs are used for 1–3 guests, while groups of 4–15guests travel in safari vehicle

    Pickup included

  • International Visitors

    Boat safari

    Duration: 12 hours

    Lunch: Lunch served at a scenic picnic area inside Akagera National Park overlooking Lake Mihindi.

    4WD: Vehicles are selected based on group size. SUVs are used for 1–3 guests, while groups of 4–15guests travel in safari vehicle

    Charging Ports and cooler

    Pickup included

  • Rwandan /EAC Citizens

    Boat safari

    Duration: 12 hours

    Lunch : Lunch served at a scenic picnic area inside Akagera National Park overlooking Lake Mihindi.

    4WD: Vehicles are selected based on group size. SUVs are used for 1–3 guests, while groups of 4–15guests travel in safari vehicle

    Soft Drinks: Chilled soft drinks and bottled water available onboard throughout the safari experience.

    Pickup included

  • Foreign Resident in Rwanda/EAC

    Boat Safari

    Duration: 12 hours

    Lunch : Lunch served at a scenic picnic area inside Akagera National Park overlooking Lake Mihindi.

    4WD: Vehicles are selected based on group size. SUVs are used for 1–3 guests, while groups of 4–15guests travel in safari vehicle

    Pickup included

Traveller ratings

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