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Private 1 Day Akagera Big Five Safari
4.9
82 Ratings
Kigali
Embark on a thrilling 1-day Akagera Big Five Safari to witness the majestic Lions, mighty Elephants, formidable Buffalos, elusive Leopards, and awe-inspiring Rhinos in their natural habitat. Spot a diverse array of wildlife and create lifelong memories.
Embark on a thrilling 1-day Akagera Big Five Safari to witness the majestic Lions, mighty Elephants, formidable Buffalos, elusive Leopards, and awe-inspiring Rhinos in their natural habitat. Spot a diverse array of wildlife and create lifelong memories.
Duration:
15 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Kigali - Traveler pickup (Kigali International Airport, Hotel, Home Stay or Anywhere else in Kigali)
Travelers must provide the name of the hotel for pick-up or the street number of the house (place) of pick-up in Kigali city or along the way to Akagera National Park.
Hotel pickup is offered. - Bashana Companies & Imigongo Art Center -…
- Kigali - Traveler pickup (Kigali International Airport, Hotel, Home Stay or Anywhere else in Kigali)
Travelers must provide the name of the hotel for pick-up or the street number of the house (place) of pick-up in Kigali city or along the way to Akagera National Park.
Hotel pickup is offered.
- Bashana Companies & Imigongo Art Center - Mid-way: Stop-over by Imigongo Art Center and cafe for leg stretching, viewing Imigongo arts, using the washrooms. You may also opt to buy a cup of coffee or anything else there.
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Akagera National Park - Embark on an unforgettable daily game drive in Akagera National Park, where adventure and wildlife converge in a mesmerizing experience.
Get ready to explore the stunning landscapes and encounter the diverse wildlife that calls this park home.
From lions to elephants, buffaloes to leopards, the parkâs incredible biodiversity promises awe-inspiring sightings of the Big Five.
Traverse the savannah ecosystem, capturing breathtaking wildlife photography against the backdrop of pristine lakes and picturesque scenery. Engage your senses as you listen to the calls of exotic birds, observe the graceful movements of giraffes, and witness the power and majesty of these magnificent animals up close. With every turn, the excitement builds, and the anticipation of witnessing a lionâs roar or a leopardâs stealthy hunt heightens.
Your daily game drive in Akagera National Park is not just a safari; itâs an immersive adventure that will leave you with lifelong memories of this wildlife paradise. - Kigali - You will return to the starting point or where else within Kigali city.
What's Included
- Pick up and drop off anywhere in Kigali
- Lunch and bottled water included
- Professional driver-guide
- Choice of open roof 4x4 car or standard car
- Entry/Admission fees to Akagera National Park
- Pick up and drop off anywhere in Kigali
- Lunch and bottled water included
- Professional driver-guide
- Choice of open roof 4x4 car or standard car
- Entry/Admission fees to Akagera National Park
What's Not Included
- Anything not explicitly mentioned
- Anything not explicitly mentioned
Additional Information
This is an extraordinary safari adventure that offers a double chance to spot the iconic Big Five, including the majestic Lions, mighty Elephants, formidable Buffalos, elusive Leopards, and the awe-inspiring Black and White Rhinos. This park is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, as it boasts a diverse array of other fascinating creatures, such as…
This is an extraordinary safari adventure that offers a double chance to spot the iconic Big Five, including the majestic Lions, mighty Elephants, formidable Buffalos, elusive Leopards, and the awe-inspiring Black and White Rhinos. This park is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, as it boasts a diverse array of other fascinating creatures, such as graceful Giraffes, striking Zebras, elegant Impalas, formidable Crocodiles, and mighty Hippos, among many others. Prepare for an immersive game drive experience that takes you through the natural habitats of these magnificent animals. Witness the wonders of nature unfold as you encounter an incredible variety of bird species and marvel at the breathtaking views of the lakes and landscapes. Our safari tour ensures you have the best opportunities to observe wildlife up close, capturing unforgettable moments and creating lifelong memories.
Depart from Kigali as early as 05h30 am and back 6-7pm
Location
Universal Ventures Rwanda (Tour Operator)
KK 15 Road
UNIVERSAL VENTURES RWANDA HEAD OFFICE.
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
4.9
(82 Ratings)
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Shillanotours
Oct 19, 2025
Akagera National Park Wildness Safari - An unforgettable day in Akagera! The 1-day safari from Kigali, trip was perfectly organized. My guide/driver was incredibly friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable, sharing lots of insights about Rwanda, Akagera National Park, and wildlife conservation. The 4x4 vehicle was comfortable, and drinking water was always available at no extra cost. Around midday we had a tasty included lunch – I chose a delicious cheeseburger with sides and homemade iced tea. We spent about 6 hours in the park and saw a wide range of animals: lions, elephant, hippos, baboons, zebras, giraffes, buffaloes, warthogs, various antelopes (impala, bushbuck), and many birds like fish eagles and guineafowl. We even spotted a crocodile resting in the water. Only rhino and leopard were missing from the Big Five – not surprising at the end of the rainy season (early June), with dense greenery. A fantastic day full of unforgettable moments – highly recommended!
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T8814hgalik
Oct 16, 2025
Amazing day in the national park - We had an amazing day with Kim driving around the national park. We managed to see 3 out of the big five and many more majestic species. Kim is a knowledgeable and friendly guide and knows the park like the back of his hand. More importantly, he knows how to safely approach the animals and read their behaviour to keep a safe distance and avoid contact.
The breakfast and lunch places were also great and had delicious food.
The park itself is magnificent and the Rwandan people and government have done an amazing job creating a safe haven for these animals, especially the endangered species.
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Bruno
Oct 11, 2025
Magical day!! - It was a magical day!!!
We managed to see 3 of the Big Five. There was rain, sunshine… and excellent tips and fun facts from our guide, Kim! Super attentive, patient, and friendly throughout the entire trip.
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D2333hcsandrineg
Sep 22, 2025
Rwanda Home of Big five Animals/ Akagera national park. - Good safari Tour with Universal, animals were spotted very closer and guide John provided the necessary insights for animals behaviors/ Life style, we sow faux in big five which is not bad at all, Food was delicious too with lake view behind us.
The list of animals viewed is too long: Elephants, buffalos, hypos, crocodile, giraffe, Lion, zebras, impala, Birds,.........
Thank you John and your company to make this Tour enjoyable and funny. i highly recommend it to Anny one.
Thank you
Sandrine.
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832kaushiki
Sep 4, 2025
Kind guide/driver - Good choice for safari experience, Universal has been a good and professional company for my trip in Akagera national park , Christian my guide went beyond my expectations , we drove all corners and find out the animals, We have been able to spot Elephant, big troop of buffalos, hyena , zebras, giraffes, birds, crocodile , lions, hypos,...... Thank you Christian to make this safari Easy and Possible. i highly recommend it to any one. Thank you.
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Heidi
Aug 11, 2025
Memorable safari. - Thank you very much for tour was a great experience! Definately Will do ir again. Our tour guide picked us up at the hotel early in the morning driving its about 3 hours and he took the time to explain everything we see during our way. Thank you Shaddi for taking us and driving so we can see a lot of the animals. We traveled to Kigali as a delegate of jehovahs witnesses our first time in Africa. And people are helpful and friendly. We went for breakfast as well where we meet a lot of friends there. He wasn’t in a rush. Thank you once again!! Highly recommended!!
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Kaberas2025
Aug 10, 2025
Vacation trip - I came to Rwanda with my entire family in vacation trip, we did a trip of two days in Akagera national park our tourist guide was Christian he really managed time he came on time for a pick up and he gave us a short well understandable briefing. On our way he drove us well, he could answer every question we could ask up to the park after we arrived in the park he suggested us about doing bot trip experience on ihema lake and we spotted all aquatic animals such as hippos, crocodiles and different species of birds. We saw Elphant and buffaloes drinking water on the lake actually this experience was very impressive we even spotted four out of five big animals as well others like giraffes, antelope. I would like to conclude by thanking universal ventures especially tourist guide Christian I am kindly requesting that who ever come to travel in Rwanda with universal ventures would ask for Tour guide Christian on his or her safari thanks ❤️
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X6097sfalicer
Aug 9, 2025
Amazing experience - I had an amazing experience visiting Akagera National Park in Rwanda with my family. We were captivated by the breathtaking landscapes, rich natural beauty, and the abundance of wildlife.
I would like to extend my sincere appreciation to our tour guide and driver, Mr. Tuyisenge Christian, for his exceptional professionalism and clear, detailed explanations throughout the trip. His guidance truly enhanced our experience. Once again, thank you for making our visit so memorable.
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810judys
Jul 17, 2025
- Had an amazing day in the park. Our guide was Christian who was fantastic. Great at spotting the animals. We saw 4 of the big 5. Also lots of others including Zebras Giraffes Hippos
Christian also suggested doing the lake boat trip. It was incredible. Saw Hippos in the water and lots of different birds including the African Fish Eagle.
Would recommend doing this trip to anyone whether young or old.
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Tchceasar
Jul 17, 2025
Amazing safari with great service - This tour was amazing. The on-time pickup at our hotel and all inclusive items such as park fee and lunch was truly appreciated. However, the invaluable aspect was the service provided by John Bob, our guide. He navigated the entire park with consideration and allowed us the opportunity to see the majority of the big animals living in the park. He stayed in constant communication with the other guides to quickly get to animal viewing. My 9 year old daughter was amazed at watching 2 male lions relaxing in the shade. We were able to see 4 out of the big 5 and it exceeded our expectations. This is a tour that will be seared in our memories and we will cherish forever. Thank you John for giving us an experience that felt as though we were family.
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