5 Day Akagera National Park Safari
The 5 Day Akagera National Park Safari will deliver a boat cruise on Lake Ihema to spot hippos, crocodiles, and birds. Track rhinos in their natural habitat and take a community cultural tour and a hot-air balloon tour to capture exceptional views of wildlife and landscape before returning to Kigali.
The itinerary summarized for you
- Day 1: Transfer to Akagera National Park and Ihema Boat Cruise
- Day 2: Rhino Tracking and Community Tour
- Day 3: Full-Day Game Drives during the 5 Day Akagera National Park Safari
- Day 4: Walk the Line Tour and Evening Boat Cruise
- Day 5: Hot Air Balloon and Transfer
Detailed Itinerary: 5 Day Akagera National Park Safari
Day 1: Transfer to Akagera National Park and Ihema Boat Cruise
Meet your driver guide in Kigali and transfer to Akagera National Park. Upon arrival, enjoy a late afternoon boat cruise on Lake Ihema, where you’ll spot hippos, crocodiles, and various bird species.
Accommodation: Karenge Bush Camp (Budget), Akagera Game Lodge (Mid-range)
Meal Plan: Dinner
Day 2: Rhino Tracking and Community Tour
Embark on an early morning rhino tracking experience, observing these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat. In the afternoon, take a community cultural tour, interact with locals, enjoy dance performances, and support the community by purchasing souvenirs.
Accommodation: Karenge Bush Camp (Budget), Akagera Game Lodge (Mid-range)
Meal Plan: Lunch and Dinner
Day 3: Full-Day Game Drives during the 5 Day Akagera National Park Safari
Start the day with an early morning game drive, witnessing the wildlife as they graze and predators on the hunt. Return to the lodge for lunch, and later enjoy an evening game drive, spotting more wildlife and observing carnivores in action.
Accommodation: Karenge Bush Camp (Budget), Akagera Game Lodge (Mid-range)
Meal Plan: Lunch and Dinner
Day 4: Walk the Line Tour and Evening Boat Cruise
Embark on a walk-the-line tour, guided by a park guide, offering panoramic views of the park and its attractions. Enjoy another boat cruise in the evening, experiencing the beauty of Lake Ihema and its wildlife.
Day 5: Hot Air Balloon and Transfer
Start your day with an early morning hot air balloon tour, soaring above Akagera National Park and capturing exceptional views of the landscape and wildlife below. After the experience, transfer back to Kigali, where you’ll be dropped off at your hotel or the airport.
END OF TRIP, 5 DAY AKAGERA NATIONAL PARK SAFARI
Inclusions
- Lunch
- Bottled Water
- Accommodation (4-nights)
- Safari 4×4 Vehicle
- Gorilla permit and park fees
- English-speaking guide
Exclusions
- Visas and International flights
- Tips