Welcome to this amazing 3 days Akagera National Park safari your adventure safari into the land of the big five animals. Akagera National Park is the only savannah park in Rwanda.
It is known for being home to the big five animals namely; lion, elephant, rhino, buffalo, and leopard. During this 3 days Akagera National Park safari, you will enjoy an amazing Kigali city tour on your arrival. You will also have a memorable wildlife game drive in the park as well as an exceptional boat cruise on Lake Ihema.
Without any further do, let us take you to the detailed 3 days Akagera National Park safari itinerary.
Safari Summary
- Day 1: Arrival, Kigali city tour and transfer to Akagera National Park
- Day 2: Morning game drive and afternoon boat cruise at Lake Ihema
- Day 3: Transfer to Kigali – Departure
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival, Kigali city tour and transfer to Akagera National Park
After arrival at the Kigali International Airport, you will meet our professional representative. He or she will brief you about your special 3 days Akagera National Park safari.
You will take on a Kigali city tour and visit the local markets and the museums. Learn about the genocide stories at the Kigali Genocide Memorial Museum and the Nyamatta Church. You will see the remains of the many people who lost their lives during the 1994 Rwanda Revolution or Rwanda Genocide. Have lunch in the city or along the way.
You will then continue to Akagera National Park via the endless rolling hills of Rwanda. Upon arrival, check in to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Meals: Lunch and Dinner
Day 2: Morning game drive and afternoon boat cruise at Lake Ihema
After breakfast, you will take on a game drive in Akagera National Park. You will encounter multiple animals such as lions, elephants, zebras, antelopes, and gazelles. The park is also a reliable birding destination. You will encounter many bird species. Some of the birds in Akagera National Park are on the UNESCO Red List of endangered species. Return to your lodge for lunch and some bit of relaxation.
In the afternoon, catch a boat cruise on Lake Ihema and enjoy an extraordinary adventure. You will meet schools of hippos, fish species, and many Nile crocodiles. It is also a perfect opportunity to spot water birds as well as interact with the local members of the communities. Return to your lodge for dinner and spend the night over.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 3: Transfer to Kigali – Departure
Start your day with a relaxed breakfast. You may take on a morning guided nature walk. Check out of the lodge and drive back to Kigali city. Lunch will be en route. The driver will drop you at the airport for your outbound flight. This will mark the end of your 3 days of Akagera National Park safari.