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Akagera National Park: Wildlife Safari from Kigali
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142 Ratings
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Embark on a thrilling one-day game drive through Akagera National Park, home to a wide range of wildlife including buffaloes, elephants, giraffes, and more. Experience the beauty of the park’s lakes and landscapes.
Embark on a thrilling one-day game drive through Akagera National Park, home to a wide range of wildlife including buffaloes, elephants, giraffes, and more. Experience the beauty of the park’s lakes and landscapes.
Duration:
15 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Bashana Companies & Imigongo Art Center - Midway: Take a break at the Imigongo Art Center and café to stretch your legs, admire the Imigongo artworks, and use the restrooms. You also have the option, not included, to purchase a cup of coffee, a quick breakfast (takeaway is recommended for those with a boat ride or late departures), or any other…
- Bashana Companies & Imigongo Art Center - Midway: Take a break at the Imigongo Art Center and café to stretch your legs, admire the Imigongo artworks, and use the restrooms. You also have the option, not included, to purchase a cup of coffee, a quick breakfast (takeaway is recommended for those with a boat ride or late departures), or any other items available.
- Akagera National Park - Upon arrival at Akagera National Park, complete registration, collect your packed picnic lunch, and set off to enjoy a day of game driving in the park.
What's Included
- Boat ride in Ihema lake (if opted)
- Drinking water with reusable bottles
- Driver-guide by Countryside Tours-Rwanda
- 220-240V electrical current for devices
- Lunch
- Pick-up and drop-off in Kigali city and Kigali International Airport
- Transport: Pop-up roof safari vehicle, Toyota Rav4 4WD or similar (if opted)
- Boat ride in Ihema lake (if opted)
- Drinking water with reusable bottles
- Driver-guide by Countryside Tours-Rwanda
- 220-240V electrical current for devices
- Lunch
- Pick-up and drop-off in Kigali city and Kigali International Airport
- Transport: Pop-up roof safari vehicle, Toyota Rav4 4WD or similar (if opted)
What's Not Included
- Admission fees
- Optional: Akagera National Park guide, additional fee if opted
- Admission: Boat ride in Ihema lake, in case not opted
- Breakfast
- Anything not explicitly mentioned in the inclusions
- Admission fees
- Optional: Akagera National Park guide, additional fee if opted
- Admission: Boat ride in Ihema lake, in case not opted
- Breakfast
- Anything not explicitly mentioned in the inclusions
Additional Information
Leave Kigali as early as 05h00 and drive for an estimated 3.5 hours to reach Akagera National Park by 08h30. With our local and friendly tour guide, the transport is assured with a choice 4x4 car with WIFI onboard to keep you connected with your loved ones and the world (Some spots in the park do not have connectivity). Spend the entire day…
Leave Kigali as early as 05h00 and drive for an estimated 3.5 hours to reach Akagera National Park by 08h30. With our local and friendly tour guide, the transport is assured with a choice 4x4 car with WIFI onboard to keep you connected with your loved ones and the world (Some spots in the park do not have connectivity). Spend the entire day through the park to depart back to Kigali late afternoon. Akagera National Park has a diversity of wildlife including buffaloes, elephants, giraffes, zebras, impalas and many others. After a long time being extinct, the black rhinos and lions have recently been restocked. Their sighting is always not guaranteed due to their small number and the hiding character of the black rhino. Enjoy the game drive viewing the natural habitat of different animals, birds and enjoying the view of different lakes and landscape.
Location
Bashana Companies & Imigongo Art Center
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(142 Ratings)
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Bridget_g
Apr 7, 2026
One Day day- trip from Kigali to Akagera for a Safari - We had a wonderful safari! Our driver, Jean Paul, was friendly, informative, and made the long day everything we wanted it to be! He worked very hard to find our favorite animals and we saw all of the Big 5 except the leopard, which we knew was a long shot anyway. The drive was comfortable, the lunch was nice, and the views in AKAGERA National Park were extraordinary.
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Jillphilineb
Mar 13, 2026
Unforgettable day in Akagera with Kevin - We spend the day with Kevin and celebrated my sons birtday together. It was truly an experience of a lifetime which we will never forget. Kevin was extraordinarily kind, attentive and informative as well as very child-friendly. We spotted so many animals together and the ride was so joyful. Thank you so much.
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810kareeml
Mar 8, 2026
Rwanda safari is a must experience - Countryside tours in Rwanda with our driver Kevin was the absolute best. The ride to the park was filled with good sights of Kigali and the surrounding area and Kevin educated us along the way. Inside the park Kevin is very knowledgeable of the vast landscape and was able to show us 4 of the " big 5" , (the leopard remained elusive) along with many other animals . It was a delight
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Goplaces592556
Feb 10, 2026
Akagera Day Trip from Kigali - We had a fantastic experience with Countryside Tours. Olivier was very helpful in answering questions and getting things booked via WhatsApp.
For the tour itself, we had the excellent Kevin as our driver / guide. He arrived promptly for a smooth pickup and did a fantastic job over a very long day. He managed time perfectly to maximise our experience and get us to the airport in time. He also did an excellent job of spotting wildlife through the day and we were very impressed his incredible eyesight! Thanks for a wonderful day trip!
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Brandon
Feb 9, 2026
Akagera National Park - Wonderful Experience - My guide today was Jean Paul, and I had an amazing time on this safari, better than I could have imagined. First off, make sure to get the pop-up roof, it made the entire experience being able to see the animals and nature so clearly. The boat tour was also very fun, and I was able to see crocodiles (or alligators, I forget the difference), hippos, elephants, baboobs, zebras, and others just from the boat! Let alone the rest of the Game drive. Jean Paul was very knowledgeable about the history of Akegera and the area, as well as the animals we saw. It felt like a great balance of peaceful and quiet serenity, with many moments of excitement and visually tracking down animals. Definitely recommend a guide in this way because they are always in contact with the other guides to find out who saw what and where that day. Thanks again!
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Roam654804
Feb 1, 2026
Kevin is YOUR perfect guide ! - Kevin was AMAZING ! He took so much time to explain everything to me about the wildlife of every animal ! Due to bad weather I could not do the boat trip so he also asked the park and the company to refund me which shows his ethics and values. He is so passionate about what he does and he's definitely the perfect guide for your excursion !
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Heather_s
Jan 31, 2026
Life experience unlocked! - Our guide, Kevin, with Countyside Tours is an animal whisperer! We were up close and personal with elephants, lions, zebras, rhinos, giraffes, hippos and more! He is a wonderful guide who knows how and where to spot the more elusive critters. Some of the highlights include lions approaching a mixed herd of prey, bull elephants sparring, and a big daddy bull elephant coming to the lake edge to hydrate!
Our group included three women from the USA. We loved the entire safari experience and service we received. Beyond the animals, Kevin stopped at a great coffee shop/pizzaria/souvenir shop on the way to and from the park; talked to us about some of the villages we passed through, and was all around knowledgeable and friendly.
Yes, it’s a bumpy road but you’re in a national park, it should be expected.
Highly recommend the hour boat tour add on.
The bagged lunch was meh. I recommend grabbing something from your hotel or the coffee shop on the way.
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V2458ppdiegom
Jan 29, 2026
I would do it again - Excellent service and excellent attention, mainly the guide who touched me, Kevin, a real genius, very friendly despite my little English made himself understood and we had good conversations
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Andrew
Jan 16, 2026
Great tour with more animals than I could count - What an incredible trek through the park! Isaac was a great guide; he could spot animals at a great distance and get us close to have a look. The boat tour was a great addition: crocodiles, hippos, and a huge variety of birds. Everyone at the park took the time to be friendly, as well as informative. The tour company did a great job keeping me informed and answering questions. Really a lot of fun!
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Heather_r
Dec 31, 2025
Animals galore - Great national park! Our driver/guide Kevin was wonderful and knowledgeable. Vehicle had popped top and plenty of tech to keep you charged and photo ready. Saw 4 or the big 5 plus a plethora of other animals.
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