
Cool Share Day Akagera Game Drive, Daily Depart, Boat Ride, Lunch
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4.9/5
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Is Cool Share Day Akagera Game Drive, Daily Depart, Boat Ride, Lunch worth booking?
Cool Share Day Akagera Game Drive, Daily Depart, Boat Ride, Lunch is a 14-hour experience in Kigali, Rwanda, from $170 per person. It scores 81 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 31 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 81 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (31)
- Duration
- 14 hours
- From
- $170 per person
Akagera game drive, combined with Ihema Lake Boat Ride. We leave Kigali early and drive for an estimated 3.5 hours to reach Akagera National Park. With our local and friendly tour guide, the transport is assured with a 4
What you get
- A Stunning Ihema Boat Ride in Akagera National Park
- On-board WiFi
- Pick-up and drop-off anywhere in Kigali City or along the way to Akagera
- Drinking water with reusable bottles required by park. Single-use plastic bottles no longer allowed.
- A driver-guide by Countryside Tours-Rwanda
- 220-240V electrical current for phones and portable devices
About this experience
Akagera game drive, combined with Ihema Lake Boat Ride. We leave Kigali early and drive for an estimated 3.5 hours to reach Akagera National Park. With our local and friendly tour guide, the transport is assured with a 4x4 Toyota Rav4 car with WIFI onboard to keep you connected with your loved ones and the world (***Some spots in the park do not have connectivity***). The game-drive is spiced with the stunning one-hour Ihema boat ride. Spend the entire day through the park to depart back and reach Kigali in the evening. Akagera National Park has a diversity of wildlife including buffaloes, elephants, giraffes, zebras, impalas and many others. After a long time being extinct, the black rhinos and lions have recently been restocked though their sighting is always not guaranteed due to their small number and the hiding character of the black rhino. Enjoy the game drive viewing the natural habitat of different animals, birds and enjoying the view of different lakes and landscape.
What's included
Included
- A Stunning Ihema Boat Ride in Akagera National Park
- On-board WiFi
- Pick-up and drop-off anywhere in Kigali City or along the way to Akagera
- Drinking water with reusable bottles required by park. Single-use plastic bottles no longer allowed.
- A driver-guide by Countryside Tours-Rwanda
- 220-240V electrical current for phones and portable devices
- Lunch
- Transport: 4WD Toyota Rav4 vehicle or another safari car
Not included
- Akagera entry fee
- Akagera National Park guide
- Breakfast
- Anything not explicitly mentioned in the inclusions
What you'll see and do
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 your takeaway lunch there.
10 minutes here
Akagera National Park
1. No Covid test required 2. Buy entry permits: registration and departure for the whole day in Akagera National Park. 3. Game-drive through the park including a one-hour Ihema lake boat ride. 4. Estimate to exit Akagera by 14h00-15h30 for departure to Kigali. Reach Kigali City by 18h30-20h00 and drop-off to respective places.
360 minutes here · Admission not included
One-hour Ihema lake boat ride. Proceed with a game drive throughout the day.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
With Pop-Up Roof Safari Car
With Pop-Up Roof Safari Car: Transport with a Pop-Up Roof Safari Car Pickup included
With Toyota Rav4 4WD
Toyota Rav4 4WD: Transport uses a Toyota Rav4 4WD Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Countryside Tours-Rwanda
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 14 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 6+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $170 to $375
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 11
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 81
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Cool Share Day Akagera Game Drive, Daily Depart, Boat Ride, Lunch: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Kigali.
How much does Cool Share Day Akagera Game Drive, Daily Depart, Boat Ride, Lunch cost?
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Prices start at $170 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Kigali usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Cool Share Day Akagera Game Drive, Daily Depart, Boat Ride, Lunch take?
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Plan for about 14 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Kigali is not rushed.
Is Cool Share Day Akagera Game Drive, Daily Depart, Boat Ride, Lunch worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 81 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 31 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Kigali, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Cool Share Day Akagera Game Drive, Daily Depart, Boat Ride, Lunch?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Cool Share Day Akagera Game Drive, Daily Depart, Boat Ride, Lunch suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 6. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 14-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Cool Share Day Akagera Game Drive, Daily Depart, Boat Ride, Lunch?
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Around 11 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Kigali can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Kigali and add a light layer if any part of the 14-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Cool Share Day Akagera Game Drive, Daily Depart, Boat Ride, Lunch start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Kigali within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Kigali?
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On Outty we rank every Kigali experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include One-day Akagera National Park Game Drive with a Choice 4x4, One Day Akagera Wildlife Safari, Kigali City Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Kigali?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Kigali?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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