
From Kigali: 12 Hour Custom Day trip for game Drive in Akagera NP
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 10 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is From Kigali: 12 Hour Custom Day trip for game Drive in Akagera NP worth booking?
From Kigali: 12 Hour Custom Day trip for game Drive in Akagera NP is a 9-hour experience in Kigali, Rwanda, from $323 per person. It scores 68 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 10 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 68 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (10)
- Duration
- 9 hours
- From
- $323 per person
-This 1 Day Akagera National Park short tour is a trip taking you to experience an African exceptional tour exploring the land of Thousand Hills in Rwanda’s wildlife destination. -This 1 day trip will give you a classic African safari outlook of Rwanda – the land of “a thousand Hills.” Akagera National Park is a mixture of Savannah and forested areas giving you varied sights of Rwanda. On your trip look out for mostly the big mammals. -This is the tour you will not find anywhere else because it gives multiple choice of activities to be done in one.
What you get
About this experience
-This 1 Day Akagera National Park short tour is a trip taking you to experience an African exceptional tour exploring the land of Thousand Hills in Rwanda’s wildlife destination. -This 1 day trip will give you a classic African safari outlook of Rwanda – the land of “a thousand Hills.” Akagera National Park is a mixture of Savannah and forested areas giving you varied sights of Rwanda. On your trip look out for mostly the big mammals. -This is the tour you will not find anywhere else because it gives multiple choice of activities to be done in one.
What's included
Included
- Airport drop off (if it's on same day).
- Professional guidance service
- Lunch & Bottled Water in car.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off service
- Any other assistance related to this tour.
- Transportation in 4x4 Car (Air-conditioned).
Not included
- National Park fee and Taxes
What you'll see and do
1000 Hills Safaris
1st option: Full Game Drive Today early morning we leave Kigali at about 5 am for a day trip to Akagera national park, which is about 2.5 hours away from Kigali. Akagera national park is majorly a Savannah park with Elephants, Zebras, Giraffes, Buffaloes, and recently introduced Lions. We shall take a long game drive in search of these mammals. The game drive can last about 7 hours depending on the animal sightings and interest. 2nd option: The Boat Trips and Short Game drive Today early morning we leave Kigali at about 5 am for a day trip to Akagera national park, which is about 2.5 hours away from Kigali and check in we will hurry up to Akagera Game Lodge to grab our packed Lunch and we will continue to Ihema lake for morning Boat trip to enjoy the park from water level that is surrounded by the crocodiles, hippos as well as birds. This boat safari with in Akagera Park along Lake Ihema where you will see many hippos and crocodiles. Aftrer the boat trip and we will make rwady for next game drive. Later We will drive on your way out of the park arriving in Kigali later that evening.
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, fr
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- 1000 Hills Safaris
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 10 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
10 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
3 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
10 verified traveler reviews for From Kigali: 12 Hour Custom Day trip for game Drive in Akagera NP. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Beautiful country, beautiful animals, beautiful people
Where to start- not only is this company legit and trustworthy, they go above and beyond to accommodate every wish and need you have. They made everything EASY! The guides were beyond friendly- they were knowledgeable, fun, and (most importantly) good, good people. They treated me like family and went out of their way to ensure my comfort, safety, and enjoyment. I’m glad and grateful to have found them and will be back in Rwanda—and next time I come, I know exactly who to contact to plan for an amazing experience. Thank you, thank you, thank you! P.s. if you get Mugisha or Muhamed as your guide, consider yourself extremely lucky and please, please treat them well!
Response from the operator: Thank you for taking time to review our tour and we really appreciate your trust to us and your message show that you did trust us in vain, but we delivered to our promise...it is really our joy to you give your feedback and we hope time spent together will be steppingstone to build your future you are hoping to live in may alright God we serve grant you that.
via Tripadvisor
Amazing Leo & Yves
We had an excellent trip to Akagara Game Drive. Yves was our guide, and he was absolutely amazing. He was very knowledgeable and helpful. We were picked up on time from Kigali and we did a full-day trip through the park. Akagara is stunningly beautiful, and we saw Hippos, crocodiles, giraffes, baboons, zebras, antelopes, elephants etc. Yves took us back to an area where the lions usually hang out. Unfortunately, we were not able to see them. Yves was a great and responsible guide, and he is very knowledgeable too. Last but not least, a big shout to Leo, the trip organizer without his help we could not complete this trip. Thank you both Leo and Yves for your warm help
Response from the operator: amazing to see your review Laujith, we really appreciate your time to review us we know you are a busy person, but you manage to do that and i hope you are well with your family and we hope to see you again soon.
via Tripadvisor
Amazing trip to Akagera National Park
We took a day trip from Kigali for a safari at Akagera National Park. Our guide, Augustin, was early to pick us up at our hotel. He was kind, professional, and very knowledgeable! It was a lengthy trip, however we had the opportunity to see every animal you could ever expect to see on a safari. It was an incredible experience and we would highly recommend Augustin as a guide and 1000 Hills as a tour company.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much Emily for trusting us , we really enjoyed your time with us and it requires deep love for other people to sacrifice your valuable time to share your experience with others and it's really big contribution to future trip planning. May the Lord Almighty blesses you and strengths in everything you do and I hope we will meet again.
via Tripadvisor
Wonderful experience
Claude was our guide and was absolutely amazing! He was very knowledgeable and accommodating. He picked us up in Kigali and we did a full day trip through the park. Akagara is stunningly beautiful. We saw zebras, elephants, giraffes, hippos and many more. Claude even took us back to an area where the lions usually hang out and we were able to see them. Two big lions in the open. Incredible experience and I highly recommend. Bathrooms are a couple of hours between stops so use them before starting. Food was decent at the halfway mark.
Response from the operator: thank you for your great review and your honesty
via Tripadvisor
Amazing!
Akagera is well worth it. Our guide, Augustine, picked us up at 4 am and we set off to the park. After the normal checks we were on the Ahema lake boat trip by 7 am. We were able to see hippos and elephants from the boat, the guide was an expert on how to find the animals. After, we continued on game drive with Augustine. We saw Buffalo, giraffes, zebras, and many others. Augustine was very accomodating and was knowledgeable of the park and animals. He had already organized lunch for us in the park. Things were seamless and well coordinated. We came back at 7 30 to Kigali. Do not miss the boat ride!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much Andres for trusting us , we really enjoyed your time with us and it requires deep love for other people to sacrifice your valuable to share your experience with others and it's really big contribution to future tip planning. May the Lord Almighty blesses you and strengths in everything you do and I hope we will meet again.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Price range
- $323 to $543
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 4
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by 1000 Hills Safaris, who run 4 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 57.4.
See everything 1000 Hills Safaris runsWhy this scores 68
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From Kigali: 12 Hour Custom Day trip for game Drive in Akagera NP: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Kigali.
How much does From Kigali: 12 Hour Custom Day trip for game Drive in Akagera NP cost?
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Prices start at $323 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 From Kigali: 12 Hour Custom Day trip for game Drive in Akagera NP take?
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Plan for about 9 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 From Kigali: 12 Hour Custom Day trip for game Drive in Akagera NP worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 68 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 10 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 From Kigali: 12 Hour Custom Day trip for game Drive in Akagera NP?
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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 From Kigali: 12 Hour Custom Day trip for game Drive in Akagera NP suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 9-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book From Kigali: 12 Hour Custom Day trip for game Drive in Akagera NP?
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Around 4 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 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does From Kigali: 12 Hour Custom Day trip for game Drive in Akagera NP 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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What is included in From Kigali: 12 Hour Custom Day trip for game Drive in Akagera NP?
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Included: Airport drop off (if it's on same day); Professional guidance service; Lunch & Bottled Water in car; Hotel pickup and drop-off service; and Any other assistance related to this tour. Not included: National Park fee and Taxes. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does From Kigali: 12 Hour Custom Day trip for game Drive in Akagera NP include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 130 listed pickup locations in and around Kigali. Be ready about 15 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is From Kigali: 12 Hour Custom Day trip for game Drive in Akagera NP offered in?
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It is offered in English and French. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for From Kigali: 12 Hour Custom Day trip for game Drive in Akagera NP?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is From Kigali: 12 Hour Custom Day trip for game Drive in Akagera NP wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Specialized infant seats are available; and Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to From Kigali: 12 Hour Custom Day trip for game Drive in Akagera NP if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Kigali. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about From Kigali: 12 Hour Custom Day trip for game Drive in Akagera NP?
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Across 10 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, organization. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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