1-Day Akagera Safari from Kigali

Add a wildlife day to your Kigali stay without moving hotels. Travel east to Akagera for a guided game drive, a picnic break and changing views across Rwanda’s savannah landscape.

Your safari at a glance

• Route: Kigali → Akagera → Kigali
• Stay: Day trip · no overnight stay
• A good fit for: Kigali visitors with one free day and travellers extending a gorilla holiday.

Your day in Akagera

Stage 1: Early departure from Kigali

Your driver-guide collects you before the city gets busy. Travel to Akagera and complete park entry formalities.

Stage 2: Game drive and picnic

Explore the park’s road network with your guide, pausing for wildlife and lunch. The route responds to conditions and sightings.

Stage 3: Evening return

Leave sufficient time for the drive back to Kigali. Use a hotel drop-off rather than a tight same-evening flight connection.

What the safari includes

Private return road transport from Kigali, driver-guide, park admission and a packed lunch.

Price and booking details

The displayed price is an indicative starting rate in US dollars. Your travel dates, party size, room arrangements and activity availability determine the final total. Accommodation, flights, breakfast, dinner, drinks, tips and a boat cruise are not included. Wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed.

Before payment, ask Tavira for the named accommodation, meal plan, included activities and complete price for your party. International flights, visas, travel insurance and personal expenses are excluded unless explicitly listed in your written booking confirmation.

Plan your departure

Send your preferred dates, number of travellers, arrival point and room preferences using BOOK YOUR AFRICA SAFARI. Tell us about any walking or accessibility needs before selecting a forest activity. Bookings are confirmed only after availability and the final arrangements have been agreed.

Explore more Africa safari packages or contact the Tavira team to discuss this route.