1 Day Rwanda Safari – Akagera National Park Day Trip

Rwanda
Basic Tour Information
Country
Rwanda
Group Type
Private Group
Duration
1D0N
Comfort Level
Mid-range
Tour Highlights
Wildlife safarisCity tour
OverviewDay by DayPriceBooking Policy

Discover Rwanda's only savannah national park on this exciting 1 Day Rwanda Safari with Tarec Gorilla Safaris. Perfect for travelers with limited time, this adventure takes you to Akagera National Park, where you'll enjoy an unforgettable game drive through diverse landscapes filled with wildlife. For an even richer experience, add a relaxing boat cruise on Lake Ihema, home to hippos, crocodiles, and abundant birdlife. This safari is ideal for business travelers, layover visitors, families, couples, and wildlife enthusiasts looking to experience Rwanda's natural beauty in a single day. Safari Highlights - Early morning pick-up from Kigali - Scenic drive through Rwanda's countryside - Full game drive in Akagera National Park - Opportunity to see the Big Five - Optional boat cruise on Lake Ihema - Experienced English-speaking safari guide - Private 4×4 safari Land Cruiser - Lunch at Akagera Game Lodge - Return to Kigali in the evening

You Will Visit

Tour Information

Pick-up Locations
  • Kigali International Airport (KGL)
Drop-off Locations
  • Kigali International Airport (KGL)
Vehicle Used
KigaliAkagera
Your adventure begins with an early morning pick-up from your hotel or Kigali International Airport at approximately 5:00 AM. Drive east towards Akagera National Park, a journey of about 2½ hours through Rwanda's picturesque countryside. Upon arrival, begin an exciting game drive across the park's rolling hills, open savannah, woodlands, lakes, and wetlands. During your safari you may encounter: African elephants Lions Buffaloes Rhinos Leopards Masai giraffes Zebras Topis Impalas Warthogs Hippos Nile crocodiles Olive baboons Over 500 bird species Enjoy lunch at Akagera Game Lodge overlooking the beautiful landscape. In the afternoon, you may choose to take an optional boat cruise on Lake Ihema, where you'll observe large pods of hippos, crocodiles, African fish eagles, kingfishers, and many other water birds. Later, begin your drive back to Kigali, arriving in the early evening. You will be dropped off at your hotel or Kigali International Airport. Meals: Lunch Accommodation This is a day safari, so accommodation is not included. If you would like to stay overnight before or after your safari, Tarec Gorilla Safaris can arrange accommodation.
Lunch
Accommodation not included
Price Includes
  • A professional driver/guide
  • Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
  • All transportation (unless labeled as at own expense)
  • All activities (unless labeled as at own expense)
  • Accommodation (As specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Drinking water
  • Entrance fees
  • Taxes/VAT
Price Excludes
  • International flights (From/to home)
  • Domestic flights
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Visa fees
  • Laundry
  • Personal items
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Price Per Person

The displayed price is per adult in USD. Discounts may be available for children.

Start dates
Solo
2 p
3 p
4 p
5 p
6 p
7+ p
Jan
$720
$510
$450
$380
$350
$280
$240
Feb
$720
$510
$450
$380
$350
$280
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Mar
$720
$510
$450
$380
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$280
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Apr
$720
$510
$450
$380
$350
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$240
May
$720
$510
$450
$380
$350
$280
$240
Jun
$720
$510
$450
$380
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$240
Jul
$720
$510
$450
$380
$350
$280
$240
Aug
$720
$510
$450
$380
$350
$280
$240
Sep
$720
$510
$450
$380
$350
$280
$240
Oct
$720
$510
$450
$380
$350
$280
$240
Nov
$720
$510
$450
$380
$350
$280
$240
Dec
$720
$510
$450
$380
$350
$280
$240

Prices may vary slightly by departure date, season, or availability. Final pricing is subject to operator confirmation.

Tour Booking Policy

No booking policy clauses available
Tarec Gorilla Safaris

Tarec Gorilla Safaris

UgandaLocal Operator

Services provided by a verified local operator

Office Location
UgandaUganda · Entebbe
Languages
English, German, Swahili

This tour is owned and provided by Tarec Gorilla Safaris. Tarec Gorilla Safaris reserves the right to change itinerary content and pricing. All tours are subject to availability.