Discover Rwanda’s only savannah reserve on this 4 Days Rwanda Safari to Akagera National Park, a luxurious journey into the country’s most diverse ecosystem. Bordering Tanzania in the east, Akagera National Park offers a rare combination of rolling plains, lakes, papyrus swamps, and acacia woodlands that are home to the Big Five; lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhino along with giraffes, zebras, hippos, crocodiles, and over 500 bird species. This carefully curated itinerary combines high-end accommodations, private game drives, boat safaris, and immersive conservation experiences, making it ideal for travelers who appreciate both adventure and elegance.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Kigali – Scenic Drive to Akagera National Park
Your Rwandan safari begins with a warm welcome in Kigali, where a professional driver-guide and luxury 4×4 safari vehicle await. After a brief orientation, set off on a scenic 2.5-hour drive to Akagera National Park, traveling through verdant hills and small communities as the landscape gradually transforms into open savannah.
Upon arrival, check into your chosen luxury lodge and take time to relax with a chilled welcome drink and lunch on a terrace overlooking the park or nearby lake. In the late afternoon, enjoy a short introductory game drive inside the park, ideal for spotting zebras, impalas, and giraffes as the sun casts golden light over the savannah.
Return to your lodge for sundowners by a firepit, followed by a three-course dinner with Rwandan-inspired cuisine and international flavors. Your guide will brief you on the next day’s full safari adventure.
Accommodation: Magashi Camp, Ruzizi Tented Lodge, Mantis Akagera Game Lodge.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 2: Full-Day Game Drive in Akagera’s Northern Circuit
Rise early for a sunrise breakfast before setting off on a full-day game drive through Akagera’s northern plains renowned for their concentration of large mammals and open vistas.
Accompanied by a skilled guide, explore the park’s diverse habitats, from lakeshores and wetlands to vast open grasslands. You’ll track iconic African species including; elephants, lions, herds of buffalos, antelopes, giraffes, zebras, warthogs, and possibly leopards in the more secluded areas. Enjoy a picnic-style lunch under the shade of an acacia tree or by one of the park’s scenic viewpoints. Your vehicle is stocked with snacks, drinks, and cold towels for added comfort. Continue your drive northward in the afternoon, maximizing your wildlife sightings as animals become more active again toward evening.
Return to the lodge just before dusk. Freshen up and indulge in another chef-prepared dinner, perhaps featuring freshly grilled tilapia or spiced local goat with seasonal vegetables. End your day with drinks by the fire or a nightcap on your private veranda, serenaded by the distant calls of hyenas or hippos.
Accommodation: Magashi Camp, Ruzizi Tented Lodge, Mantis Akagera Game Lodge.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 3: Sunrise Boat Safari & Relaxation or Optional Cultural Visit
This morning, experience Akagera from a new perspective with a sunrise boat safari on Lake Ihema. Glide across still waters as hippos grunt, crocodiles sun themselves, and flocks of waterbirds such as African fish eagles, herons, and kingfishers fill the air. This tranquil excursion is ideal for bird lovers and photographers. After the boat safari, return to your lodge for a leisurely brunch and time to unwind.
In the afternoon, you can opt for a short sundowner drive or simply enjoy cocktails and canapés from a scenic deck as the sun sets over the park. Dinner this evening is served under the stars perhaps a bush BBQ or torch-lit lakeside dinner, depending on your lodge.
Accommodation: Magashi Camp, Ruzizi Tented Lodge, Mantis Akagera Game Lodge.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 4: Sunrise Game Drive – Return to Kigali
Start your final day with a short morning game drive, perfect for catching early risers such as hyenas, jackals, or antelopes bathed in golden light. Afterward, return to your lodge for breakfast and prepare for check-out.
Begin your journey back to Kigali, with optional stops en route for photography, a visit to a local crafts market, or lunch at a scenic countryside café.
End of the 4 Days Rwanda Safari to Akagera National Park.
The 4 Days Rwanda Safari to Akagera National Park cost includes;
- Airport Transfers.
- Transportation in a 4×4 Safari Vehicle.
- Accommodation and Meals as per the itinerary.
- Park Entrance Fees.
- Services of an English-speaking tour guide.
- Game Drive in Akagera.
- Boat Cruise of Lake Ihema.
- Tour Guide Allowances.
- Bottled Water in the Car.
- Relevant Government Taxes.
However, the tour cost excludes; International Air Fare, Visa Fees, Personal Medical and Travel Insurance, Personal Shopping Bills, Tips to Local Guides, Souvenirs and items not listed as included in the cost.