- Akagera
- 2 Days
- 693USD
2 Days Akagera National Park Safari & Lake Ihema Boat Cruise
This short Rwanda safari is ideal for travellers who want to experience Akagera National Park without needing many days. The tour combines a scenic drive from Kigali, a peaceful boat cruise on Lake Ihema, and a classic game drive through Rwanda’s only savannah park.
Akagera offers a completely different side of Rwanda: open plains, lakes, wetlands, and wildlife including elephants, buffalo, antelope, hippos, crocodiles, and many bird species. This is a private tour with transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle and the support of an experienced driver-guide.
Itinerary
Day 1: Kigali to Akagera National Park — Lake Ihema Boat Cruise
Your Izuba Tours driver-guide will pick you up in Kigali, either from the airport, hotel, or residence. After a short briefing, you drive east towards Akagera National Park. The journey takes around 2.5 hours and passes through the rolling landscapes of Rwanda’s Eastern Province.
On arrival, you check in at your lodge and have time for lunch and a short rest. Later in the afternoon, you continue to Lake Ihema for a sunset boat cruise. This is one of the best ways to see hippos, crocodiles, water birds, and the calm beauty of Akagera from the water.
After the boat cruise, you return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Overnight: Akagera Game Lodge
Meal plan: Bed & Breakfast
Day 2: Akagera Game Drive — Return to Kigali
After an early breakfast, you start your game drive through Akagera National Park. The park is home to a wide range of wildlife including elephants, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, baboons, and many bird species. With some luck, you may also see lions, rhinos, or leopards.
You will enjoy the changing scenery of the park, from savannah plains to lakes, woodland, and wetland areas. A packed lunch can be arranged for the day, depending on the schedule.
Later in the afternoon, your driver-guide transfers you back to Kigali and drops you at your hotel, residence, or the airport.
End of tour.
- Kigali pick-up and drop-off
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle
- English-speaking driver-guide
- Akagera National Park entry fees
- Game drive in Akagera National Park
- Lake Ihema boat cruise
- Vehicle entry fees
- Accommodation in double/twin room
- Bottled drinking water in the vehicle
- All activities mentioned in the itinerary
- Assistance from Izuba Tours
- Meals not mentioned
- Flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Tips and personal expenses
- Any service not clearly mentioned above
Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights
Group Type: Private (customizable for individuals, couples, or groups)
Language: English (other languages available on request)
Best Time: June – September (long dry season) and December – February
Fitness Level: Moderate — some trekking on uneven volcanic terrain
What to Bring: Sturdy hiking boots, long trousers, waterproof jacket, gloves
INCLUSIONS
Gorilla trekking permits are issued by the Rwanda Development Board and must be booked in advance. Availability is limited. Izuba handles all permit arrangements on your behalf.
Trekking with gorillas requires a minimum age of 15. Visitors showing signs of illness on the day of the trek may be declined access to protect the gorillas’ health.