3 Days Akagera Safari & Kigali City Tour

Big Five Wildlife Adventure + Rwanda’s Capital Experience

Experience the perfect blend of wildlife and culture with this 3-day journey combining a thrilling safari in Akagera National Park and a guided exploration of Kigali city. This package is ideal for travelers who want both Rwanda’s wilderness and urban highlights in one short trip.

Tour Overview

Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights
Destinations: Kigali – Akagera National Park
Tour Type: Private Safari & City Experience
Main Highlights: Big Five Game Drives + Kigali Cultural Tour
Accommodation: Safari lodge near Akagera National Park

Day 1: Arrival in Kigali 🇷🇼 + City Tour

Airport Pick-Up & Welcome

Meet your Rwanda Treasure Tours guide and transfer to your hotel.

Kigali City Tour 🏙️

Discover Rwanda’s clean, vibrant capital:

  • Kigali Genocide Memorial (history & reflection)

  • Kimironko Market (local life & shopping)

  • Inema Arts Center (modern Rwandan art)

  • Kigali Convention Centre (iconic architecture)

  • Local craft shops

Lunch in Kigali

Enjoy a local or international restaurant experience.

Evening Relaxation

  • Hotel check-in

  • Optional city viewpoint sunset

Overnight in Kigali

Day 2: Kigali → Akagera National Park 🦁

Early Morning Departure (6:30 AM)

Drive east toward Rwanda’s only savannah park.

Arrival at Akagera National Park

  • Park entry & briefing

  • Start of safari adventure

Morning Game Drive 🐘

Explore diverse landscapes:

  • Savannah plains

  • Lakes and wetlands

  • Rolling hills

Wildlife sightings:

  • Lions 🦁

  • Elephants 🐘

  • Buffalo 🐃

  • Giraffes 🦒

  • Zebras

  • Antelopes

Picnic Lunch in the Park 🌿

Enjoy lunch surrounded by nature.

Afternoon Game Drive

Continue wildlife exploration:

  • Rhinos in protected zones

  • Hippos and crocodiles

  • Birdwatching (500+ species)

  • Scenic photography stops

Evening Check-in at Lodge

  • Sunset over the savannah

  • Dinner and relaxation

Overnight in Akagera Area

Day 3: Boat Safari & Return to Kigali 🚤

Early Breakfast

Prepare for a relaxing morning on the water.

Lake Ihema Boat Safari

Experience Akagera from a new perspective:

  • Hippos in large groups

  • Nile crocodiles on the shores

  • Kingfishers, fish eagles & water birds

  • Beautiful lake scenery

Short Morning Game Drive (Exit Route)

Final chance to spot wildlife on your way out.

Return to Kigali

Scenic drive back to the capital.

Lunch in Kigali

Relax and enjoy a final meal.

Departure Transfer

Drop-off at hotel or Kigali International Airport.

Tour Includes

✅ Private 4x4 safari vehicle
✅ Professional English-speaking guide
✅ Kigali city tour
✅ Akagera game drives
✅ Boat safari on Lake Ihema
✅ 2 nights accommodation
✅ Meals as per itinerary
✅ Bottled drinking water
✅ Hotel & airport transfers

Tour Excludes

❌ Park entrance fees (if not included in package)
❌ Personal expenses
❌ Alcoholic beverages
❌ Tips and gratuities
❌ Travel insurance

Tour Highlights

🦁 Big Five safari experience
🏙️ Kigali cultural & historical tour
🚤 Lake Ihema boat safari
🐘 Elephants, lions & giraffes
🦩 Rich birdlife in wetlands
🌅 Stunning savannah sunsets
📸 Excellent photography opportunities

Why Choose Rwanda Treasure Tours?

We deliver seamless travel experiences that combine wildlife, culture, and comfort—designed to help you experience Rwanda’s best in a short time.

“From Kigali’s vibrant streets to Akagera’s wild savannah—experience the full beauty of Rwanda in 3 unforgettable days.” 🇷🇼✨

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