Price:$1,210
3 Days Akagera Wildlife Safari
Code: NSA3DAKGR25
Description
This 3-day Akagera Wildlife Safari is the perfect short escape into Rwanda’s only savannah park—Akagera National Park, home to the Big Five and a variety of plains game, birds, and aquatic wildlife.
Starting from Kigali, this safari offers a seamless transition from city to wilderness with just a few hours’ drive. Akagera boasts picturesque landscapes of rolling savannah, woodland, swamps, and lakes, offering excellent game viewing and photography opportunities.
The itinerary includes a classic morning game drive across the open plains in search of elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and more. In the afternoon, guests enjoy a relaxing boat safari on Lake Ihema, where hippos, crocodiles, and a wide variety of birdlife can be observed. The safari ends with a return to Kigali, making it ideal for those with limited time who still wish to enjoy an authentic East African wildlife experience.
Safari Highlights
- Game Drive in Akagera National Park
| DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION | Kigali International Airport | ||||||
| DEPARTURE TIME | Please arrive at least 2 hours before the flight. | ||||||
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This package offers a blend of wildlife viewing and scenic drives. Nela Safaris can customize it to fit your preferences.
Itinerary
1
Day 1: Meet and greet in Kigali – Transfer to Akagera
National Park
Guests are welcomed in Kigali by their professional safari guide and
begin the 2.5–3-hour scenic drive east to Akagera National Park. Upon
arrival, check in at the lodge and enjoy lunch with panoramic views of
the surrounding landscape. Depending on arrival time, an optional
introductory game drive may be arranged to explore the southern part of
the park. Spend the evening at leisure, soaking in the sights and
sounds of the wilderness.
Accommodation Options
Midrange:
Akagera Game Lodge
Budget: Ruzizi Tented Camp
Meals: Dinner
2
Day 2: Morning Game Drive and Afternoon Boat Ride on Lake
Ihema
Start the day with an early game drive in the northern section of the
park, where wildlife sightings are most rewarding. Look out for
elephants, buffaloes, lions, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and possibly
leopards. After returning to the lodge for lunch, embark on a tranquil
boat cruise on Lake Ihema in the afternoon. This offers a great chance
to see hippos, crocodiles, and an array of waterbirds, including the
African fish eagle and herons. Return to the lodge for dinner and
overnight.
Accommodation Options
Midrange:
Akagera Game Lodge
Budget: Ruzizi Tented Camp
Meals: Dinner
3
Day 3: Transfer Back to Kigali
After breakfast, enjoy a leisurely morning and possibly a short game
drive or nature walk (time permitting). Then begin the drive back to
Kigali, passing through scenic countryside and local villages. Guests
are dropped off at their hotel or Kigali International Airport, marking
the end of a compact but rewarding wildlife adventure in Akagera
National Park.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
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