The 15 Best Safari Trips in Rwanda

Private 1 Day Akagera Big Five Safari with pick up and lunch. - The Imigongo Art Center break

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 72 reviews · from $440Our pick

Review of a private Akagera Big Five safari from Kigali, with early pickup, lunch, game drive, guide, wildlife tips, price, and practical advice.

“My Driver Christian was amazing. He arrived at my hotel 20 minutes early, and was with me from 5:30am until 9:30pm. I am traveling for business by myself so I went on the tour solo. He was always polite and professional, and an expert driver on the very bumpy roads. We sRead more”

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1 Day Safari to Akagera national park-Big5 Safari

2.1 Day Safari to Akagera national park-Big5 Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · from $332

Review of Akagera’s one-day Big Five safari from Kigali, with game drives, Lake Ihema cruise, costs, timing, and practical tips.

“This was a great experience. Justine was excellent, so knowledgeable, easy going, so helpful. Loved this experience. I will never forget it.”

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One Day Akagera Wildlife Safari

3.One Day Akagera Wildlife Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · from $200Best value

Review of Afri Safaris’ one-day Akagera trip from Kigali, with Big Five game viewing, a six-hour drive, lunch, transport, and practical tips.

“We really enjoyed this safari in Akagera National Park. Although we only managed to see only three of the big five (missed the lions and the leopards) and even though there were a few gaps throughout the day without any sightings it was still a very good day trip. Our guide Read more”

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Kigali: Full-Day Akagera Safari + Optional Boat Ride

4.Full-Day Akagera Safari + Optional Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 27 reviews · 1 day · from $200

Review of Kigali’s full-day Akagera safari, with Big Five wildlife, expert guides, picnic lunch, optional Lake Ihema boat ride, and practical tips.

“This was an amazing tour. I saw 4/5 of the big five and my guide Paul was super kind, accommodating and helpful. I really reccomend this!”

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2 Day Gorilla Trekking Safari in Uganda via Kigali

5.2 Day Gorilla Trekking Safari in Uganda via Kigali

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · from $1,780

Review of a 2-day Uganda gorilla trek from Kigali, with permits, transfers, meals, guides, border advice, costs, and practical tips.

“I had three days in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and Kisoro District courtesy of Bamboo Ecotours and the Ugandan Wildlife Authority. I stayed at Rushaga Lodge. Lovely food, comfortable lodgings and friendly atmosphere with great views.”

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3 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari

6.3 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · from $1,810

Review of a 3-day Uganda gorilla trek from Kigali, with Bwindi forest, Batwa culture, Lake Bunyonyi, pricing, effort, and practical tips.

“Ronald, my driver was a Rockstar! From the moment he picked me up from my hotel, he was at my disposal for itinerary, visas between countries and delivery to and from Kigali.”

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One Day Akagera Wildlife Safari

7.One Day Akagera Wildlife Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · 1 day · from $205

Review of Akagera’s one-day safari from Kigali, with Big Five wildlife, a private 4x4, picnic lunch, and optional Lake Ihema boat cruise.

“zijn begin januari met zijn tweeën op een 1-daagse safari geweest, met boottocht, we hebben er enorm van genoten, veel gezien, waaronder de big4 en 2x een lionpride. de gids wist ons veel te vertellen, en het vervoer was goed, met verfrissende drankjes, wifi en oplaadpunten voor de telefoon.”

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1 Day Gorilla Trekking Safari Tour

8.1 Day Gorilla Trekking Safari Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · from $2,650

Review of Kigali’s private gorilla trek to Volcanoes National Park, including permits, transport, hiking demands, value, guides, and practical tips.

“I love the experience, and what a privilege to witness such of animals in there own turf. A overcast day is what photographers needs for pictures perfect and thats what we had. The staff (driver) Mico was outstanding, considering thRead more”

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Big 5 Safari Day Trip

9.Big 5 Safari Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · from $283

Review of a private Akagera Big Five safari from Kigali, with early pickup, expert guides, wildlife highlights, costs, and practical advice.

“I've been coming to Kigali for years often with new groups of people for business. Every year, I book a tour for the group with Go Further because I've had such wonderful experiences with the team. Desiree, Eric, and Muzamiru are all excellent Read more”

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One Day Akagera Safari From Kigali

10.One Day Akagera Safari From Kigali

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · from $400

Review of a private Akagera safari from Kigali, with wildlife, Lake Ihema, guide quality, pricing, timing, and practical booking advice.

“The Akagera Safari with Wild Hikes Rwanda was genuinely one of the most beautiful experiences I’ve ever had. Our guide Bagena made sure we had a lovely day, looking for all our favourite animals in the park and giving us interesting facts aboRead more”

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Full Day Akagera National Park Game Drive and Boat Safari

11.Full Day Akagera National Park Game Drive and Boat Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · from $430

Review of Akagera’s private game drive and Lake Ihema boat safari, with practical details on wildlife, timing, price, lunch, and transport.

“Long drive on dirt roads and heavy traffic Water was not available as promised Xx man f hi j e f c,!(/!(.,!,,!,,!”

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2 Days Akagera Wildlife Safari

12.2 Days Akagera Wildlife Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · from $1,200

Spend two days tracking Akagera wildlife, cruising its lake, and enjoying private guiding, meals, park fees, and luxury lodging from Kigali.

“Fantastic tour and well worth the money! The guides are great, and we saw a ton more animals than I expected. I would definitely recommend.”

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2 Day Akagera Big 5 Game drive Safari & Highest Peak Camping

13.2 Day Akagera Big 5 Game drive Safari & Highest Peak Camping

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 16 reviews · 2 days · from $490

Spend two days tracking Akagera’s Big Five, camping at Mutumba Hills, and watching Rwanda’s wildlife with a private guide.

“our guide Justin was great. we saw a lot of animals because of his knowledge of the area and his knowledge of the wildlife.”

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1-Day Akagera National Park Safari Experience

14.1-Day Akagera National Park Safari Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · from $594

Review of a 15-hour Akagera safari from Kigali, with private 4x4 transport, Big Five wildlife, lunch, park fees, and practical tips.

“Had an amazing safari at Akagera park with Vazquez Tours at Akagera. Our guide, Claude, made the whole trip smooth and comfortable and knew all the right areas to spot wildlife - saw a majestic lion early morning (definitely the highlight),hiRead more”

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1 Day Akagera Wildlife Safari ( 2 Pax Min)

15.1 Day Akagera Wildlife Safari ( 2 Pax Min)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · from $380

Review of a private Akagera safari from Kigali, with 4x4 transport, park fees, wildlife viewing, lunch, guide service, pricing, and practical tips.

“Amazing adventure with a very knowledgeable and personable guide. Most importantly, communication was phenomenal. We got to meet the owner as well which solidified our choice. Highly recommend this company.”

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