Private 1 Day Akagera Big Five Safari with pick up and lunch.

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Itinerary

1. Traveler pickup (Kigali International Airport, Hotel, Home Stay or Anywhere else in Kigali) Travelers must provide the name of the hotel for pick-up or the street number of the house (place) of pick-up in Kigali city or along the way to Akagera National Park. Hotel pickup is offered.

   10 min

2. Mid-way: Stop-over by Imigongo Art Center and cafe for leg stretching, viewing Imigongo arts, using the washrooms. You may also opt to buy a cup of coffee or anything else there.

   20 minAdmission included

3. Embark on an unforgettable daily game drive in Akagera National Park, where adventure and wildlife converge in a mesmerizing experience. Get ready to explore the stunning landscapes and encounter the diverse wildlife that calls this park home. From lions to elephants, buffaloes to leopards, the park’s incredible biodiversity promises awe-inspiring sightings of the Big Five. Traverse the savannah ecosystem, capturing breathtaking wildlife photography against the backdrop of pristine lakes and picturesque scenery. Engage your senses as you listen to the calls of exotic birds, observe the graceful movements of giraffes, and witness the power and majesty of these magnificent animals up close. With every turn, the excitement builds, and the anticipation of witnessing a lion’s roar or a leopard’s stealthy hunt heightens. Your daily game drive in Akagera National Park is not just a safari; it’s an immersive adventure that will leave you with lifelong memories of this wildlife paradise.

   6 h

4. You will return to the starting point or where else within Kigali city.

   Passes by

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

Ratings come from 84 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.

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• 5Day trip safari

  I would highly recommend going in this day trip with Christian he was very knowledgeable of the animals

  MacdoaFearless286015September 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5Akagera National Park

  It was a very interesting day in Akagera National Park. We saw many different animals, and the nature was beautiful. Kim was great at spotting the game and was also a very nice and pleasant person to talk to throughout the whole tour.

  KvajhoejJanuary 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5Akagera National Park Wildness Safari

  An unforgettable day in Akagera! The 1-day safari from Kigali, trip was perfectly organized. My guide/driver was incredibly friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable, sharing lots of insights about Rwanda, Akagera National Park, and wildlife conservation. The 4x4 vehicle was comfortable, and drinking water was always available at no extra cost. Around midday we had a tasty included lunch – I chose a delicious cheeseburger with sides and homemade iced tea. We spent about 6 hours in the park and saw a wide range of animals: lions, elephant, hippos, baboons, zebras, giraffes, buffaloes, warthogs, various antelopes (impala, bushbuck), and many birds like fish eagles and guineafowl. We even spotted a crocodile resting in the water. Only rhino and leopard were missing from the Big Five – not surprising at the end of the rainy season (early June), with dense greenery. A fantastic day full of unforgettable moments – highly recommended!

  ShillanotoursOctober 2025via Tripadvisor

• 5Amazing day in the national park

  We had an amazing day with Kim driving around the national park. We managed to see 3 out of the big five and many more majestic species. Kim is a knowledgeable and friendly guide and knows the park like the back of his hand. More importantly, he knows how to safely approach the animals and read their behaviour to keep a safe distance and avoid contact. The breakfast and lunch places were also great and had delicious food. The park itself is magnificent and the Rwandan people and government have done an amazing job creating a safe haven for these animals, especially the endangered species.

  T8814HGalikOctober 2025via Tripadvisor

• 5Magical day!!

  It was a magical day!!! We managed to see 3 of the Big Five. There was rain, sunshine… and excellent tips and fun facts from our guide, Kim! Super attentive, patient, and friendly throughout the entire trip.

  Bruno ROctober 2025via Tripadvisor

• 5Rwanda Home of Big five Animals/ Akagera national park.

  Good safari Tour with Universal, animals were spotted very closer and guide John provided the necessary insights for animals behaviors/ Life style, we sow faux in big five which is not bad at all, Food was delicious too with lake view behind us. The list of animals viewed is too long: Elephants, buffalos, hypos, crocodile, giraffe, Lion, zebras, impala, Birds,......... Thank you John and your company to make this Tour enjoyable and funny. i highly recommend it to Anny one. Thank you Sandrine.

  D2333HCsandrinegSeptember 2025via Tripadvisor

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How it compares in Kigali

• Its from-price is close to the median of the 139 day trips we list in Kigali.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• By number of reviews it ranks 3 of 139.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Kigali

Kigali is Rwanda's capital, a tidy city on green hills in the middle of the country, with memorials, craft markets and routes to gorilla country.

Kigali spreads across several hills in the heart of Rwanda, at about 1,500 metres, so the air is mild all year. The Kigali Genocide Memorial tells the story of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi and honours those buried there. The Kandt House Museum holds natural history displays in the house of the German colonial resident Richard Kandt, and the Inema Arts Centre shows contemporary Rwandan art.

Top-ranked sights in Kigali: Kigali Genocide Memorial, Volcanoes National Park.

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