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Big Five Rwanda Akagera

This 4-day Akagera National Park safari is designed for wildlife enthusiasts seeking to witness the Big Five in Rwanda. It balances game drives, boat safaris, and opportunities for cultural immersion.

Make this journey yours ↗
Giraffes on golden grassland in Akagera, Rwanda

© Alex shema · License CC BY-SA 4.0 · Cropped for layout.

THE JOURNEY AT A GLANCE

A place to start.
Room to make it yours.

Places on the route
Akagera National Park
Your arrangements
Personal itinerary · Quote on request

Use this journey as inspiration. Your final route, accommodation, activities and costs will be agreed with you around your dates and preferences.

HOW THE DAYS COULD UNFOLD

A suggested journey
around this experience.

A starting point for planning, with the pace and arrangements confirmed in your personal proposal.

DAY 1Arrival in Kigali & Transfer to Akagera

06:30

Sunrise Game Drive

Track wildlife at dawn with expert guides and hot beverages on board.

10:00

Camp Brunch & Leisure

Return to camp for brunch followed by leisure time and optional spa treatments.

15:30

Afternoon Safari Experience

Embark on an afternoon game drive focusing on big cats and herbivore herds.

19:30

Fireside Dinner & Stargazing

Enjoy a chef-prepared dinner and storytelling under the African night sky.

DAY 2Full Day Game Drive in Akagera

06:30

Sunrise Game Drive

Track wildlife at dawn with expert guides and hot beverages on board.

10:00

Camp Brunch & Leisure

Return to camp for brunch followed by leisure time and optional spa treatments.

15:30

Afternoon Safari Experience

Embark on an afternoon game drive focusing on big cats and herbivore herds.

19:30

Fireside Dinner & Stargazing

Enjoy a chef-prepared dinner and storytelling under the African night sky.

DAY 3Lake Ihema Boat Safari & Evening Game Drive

06:30

Sunrise Game Drive

Track wildlife at dawn with expert guides and hot beverages on board.

10:00

Camp Brunch & Leisure

Return to camp for brunch followed by leisure time and optional spa treatments.

15:30

Afternoon Safari Experience

Embark on an afternoon game drive focusing on big cats and herbivore herds.

19:30

Fireside Dinner & Stargazing

Enjoy a chef-prepared dinner and storytelling under the African night sky.

DAY 4Nature Walk & Departure

06:30

Sunrise Game Drive

Track wildlife at dawn with expert guides and hot beverages on board.

10:00

Camp Brunch & Leisure

Return to camp for brunch followed by leisure time and optional spa treatments.

15:30

Afternoon Safari Experience

Embark on an afternoon game drive focusing on big cats and herbivore herds.

19:30

Fireside Dinner & Stargazing

Enjoy a chef-prepared dinner and storytelling under the African night sky.

SOMEWHERE TO COME BACK TO

Places to stay.

Accommodation ideas from this journey. Your chosen stays and availability will be confirmed in your quote.

  • Day 1

    Bisate Lodge

    Luxury Eco-Lodge

  • Day 2

    Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge

    Gorilla Lodge

  • Day 3

    Virunga Lodge

    Boutique Lodge

  • Day 4

    One&Only Gorillas Nest

    Luxury Mountain Lodge

THE DETAILS MATTER

What goes
into the journey.

Included in the suggested plan

  • 3 nights' accommodation at selected lodge
  • All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) as specified
  • Park entrance fees
  • Game drives with experienced English-speaking guide
  • Lake Ihema boat safari
  • Guided nature walk
  • Bottled water during game drives

Plan separately

  • International flights
  • Visa fees
  • Beverages and alcoholic drinks
  • Gratuities for guides and lodge staff
  • Optional activities not listed in the itinerary
  • Alcoholic and premium beverages
  • Optional excursions not listed in itinerary

Your final proposal will set out the confirmed inclusions, exclusions and current price.