A 2 days Akagera safari gives you more time than a day trip, combining a scenic transfer from Kigali, a Lake Ihema boat safari, evening or afternoon wildlife viewing and a longer morning game drive. It is ideal for travelers who want a short savannah safari without rushing the park experience.
Your driver-guide picks you up in Kigali for the 2.5 hour drive to Akagera. After park registration, continue to your lodge for lunch and check-in, then join a boat safari on Lake Ihema to look for hippos, crocodiles, African fish eagles and water birds. Depending on timing, you can add an evening game drive or relax at the lodge.
After breakfast, depart with packed lunch for an extended game drive through the lakes road or northern plains. This increases your chances of seeing elephants, buffaloes, zebras, giraffes and antelopes before exiting the park and returning to Kigali. Final cost depends on group size, lodge level, vehicle type, park fees and boat cruise arrangements.
Travel dates, pickup point, route, passenger number, luggage, preferred vehicle and whether you want self drive or a professional driver.
Request availability early so the right vehicle can be held, especially during gorilla trekking season, conferences, holidays and safari months.
Our Kigali team helps with route advice, vehicle suitability, pickup timing, driver options, insurance notes and practical travel planning.
To tailor a 2 Days Akagera Safari, share your dates, group size, accommodation style, boat cruise interest, vehicle preference and whether you need pickup from Kigali airport, hotel or residence.
Send your route, dates, passengers, luggage and preferred vehicle. Our Kigali team will recommend the best option and confirm availability.
Use these answers to prepare your Rwanda car rental request.
Yes, the tour can be arranged with a private 4x4 vehicle, driver-guide and route planning from Kigali or another agreed pickup point.
Permits such as gorilla, golden monkey or park activities can be included when requested, subject to availability and official rates.
Yes. Dates, accommodation level, route pace, vehicle type, activities and pickup point can be adjusted for your group.
A Prado, Land Cruiser V8, Safari Land Cruiser or pop-up roof vehicle is usually recommended for safari comfort and road suitability.
