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- English
- French
1. Hotel Pick-Up – 5:00 AM
We pick you up from your Kigali hotel and head toward Akagera.
2. Bashana – 7:00 AM
Enjoy breakfast at Bashana and collect your packed lunch before continuing to the park.
3. Park Reception – 8:00 AM
Arrive at Akagera, complete registration, and get ready for your safari.
4. Big Five & Wildlife Safari
Explore Akagera’s savannah and look for elephants, lions, buffaloes, rhinos, giraffes, zebras, and other wildlife.
5. Lake Ihema – 9:00 AM
Enjoy the peaceful views of Lake Ihema and spot hippos, crocodiles, and beautiful birdlife.
6. Lunch & Scenic Stops
Take a break for your packed lunch while enjoying the park’s landscapes and wildlife.
7. Return to Kigali – 5:00 PM
Leave Akagera and relax on the journey back to Kigali.
8. Hotel Drop-Off
Arrive at your hotel after a full day of wildlife, nature, and memorable moments.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
It is located in downtown Kigali, near the former site of the Belgian School and not far from Kigali City Tower. Use ride-hailing services like Yego Cabs,Green ride,Kim Transport or VW Move, or take a public bus to the “Down Town” or Contact us for assistance with directions or transport!
Itinerary
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1Kigali Convention Centre
Departure – Kigali Hotel | 5:00 AM Depart from your Kigali hotel at 5 AM in a comfortable safari vehicle, beginning an exciting full-day wildlife adventure.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Kayonza
Bashana – Breakfast & Packed Lunch | 7:00 AM Stop at Bashana at 7 AM for breakfast and collect packed lunch before continuing toward Akagera National Park.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
3Akagera National Park
Guests are warmly welcomed at Akagera’s reception, where they register, receive guidance, and prepare for their unforgettable safari.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
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Lake Ihema – Boat Safari & Wildlife | 9:00 AM Enjoy Lake Ihema at 9 AM, admiring peaceful waters, landscapes, hippos, crocodiles, and diverse birdlife during your safari.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
5Akagera National Park
Akagera National Park – Big Five & Wildlife | 8:00 AM Experience Akagera at 8 AM, exploring savannahs, spotting wildlife, and searching for iconic Big Five with your guide.
4 hours • Admission ticket free -
6Kigali
Return to Kigali | 5:00 PM Leave Akagera at 5 PM and return to Kigali, relaxing after a journey with wildlife, scenery, and adventure.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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