Kigali Safaris: compare 7 options from US$ 196

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Akagera National Park Game Drive from Kigali: Lions & Rhinos

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Akagera National Park Game Drive from Kigali: Lions & Rhinos★ 4.96 (145) · 13h–15hfromUS$ 196View ›

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One Day Akagera Safari from Kigali: 6 hours game drive

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One Day Akagera Safari from Kigali: 6 hours game drive★ 4.96 (122) · 12h–13hfromUS$ 205View ›

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Kigali: Mountain Gorilla Trekking Safari & Volcanoes Park

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Kigali: Mountain Gorilla Trekking Safari & Volcanoes Park★ 5.00 (24) · 6hfromUS$ 2,650View ›

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Akagera National Park Safari: Big 5 Game Drive & Cruise

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Akagera National Park Safari: Big 5 Game Drive & Cruise★★★★★★★★★★ 4.93 (42)5h–10hA full-day safari from Kigali to Akagera National Park combines a game drive across savanna grasslands hunting the Big Five—lions, elephants, buffalo, leopards and rhinos—with a boat cruise on Lake Ihema to watch hippos, Nile crocodiles and bird species including the shoebill stork. Your English-speaking guide picks you up from your hotel at 5 a.m., handles park registration at headquarters, and returns you to Kigali by evening. The tour includes private transportation, park entry, lunch and bottled water.Is it for me?Choose this tour to see both savanna and wetland wildlife in one day—the game drive targets the Big Five across open plains, then the Lake Ihema boat cruise adds hippos and crocodiles in a different habitat.Free cancellation-5%Infants freefromUS$ 333View ›

Akagera Safari: 2-Day Wildlife Tour with Lake Ihema Boat & Game Drives

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Akagera Safari: 2-Day Wildlife Tour with Lake Ihema Boat & Game Drives★★★★★★★★★★ 4.84 (19)2dYou’ll feel the wild heart of Akagera right away—from hippos splashing during your Lake Ihema boat ride to lions resting under acacias on your full-day game drive. With all meals and an overnight stay included, plus stories from your local guide along the way, this two-day safari lets you live inside Rwanda’s landscapes for a while.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −28%fromUS$ 1,250View ›

4 Days Rwanda Safari: Volcanoes & Akagera with Gorillas

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4 Days Rwanda Safari: Volcanoes & Akagera with Gorillas★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (10)4dA four-day safari tour from Kigali that covers Volcanoes National Park and Akagera National Park, combining golden monkey trekking, a full game drive for the Big Five, canoeing on the Mukungwa River, and a sunset boat tour on Lake Ihema. The itinerary includes accommodation on full board, all park entrance fees, transport in a 4x4 vehicle, and a live guide in English or French; pickup from Kigali is included. Not recommended for pregnant travelers; minimum age is 15 and moderate fitness is required.Is it for me?Four days is long enough to reach two parks and spend real time with the animals—golden monkeys in the morning, a community visit in the afternoon, then Akagera's boat tour and game drive—but short enough to fit into a longer Rwanda trip without eating the whole week.Free cancellationfromUS$ 2,664View ›

Akagera: Private Big Five Safari Day Trip with Pickup & Lunch

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Akagera: Private Big Five Safari Day Trip with Pickup & Lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.93 (83)10h–15hYou’ll set out early from Kigali with your local guide for a private safari day trip into Akagera’s wild heart. Expect close-up views of lions, elephants and rhinos during an unhurried game drive, plus a stop at Imigongo Art Center and lunch by the lakeside. It’s a day full of quiet surprises and real Rwandan moments you’ll remember long after you’re home.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −24%fromUS$ 480View ›

Kigali Safaris — what to know before booking

This guide compares 7 bookable options for Kigali Safaris, with up-to-date prices and real traveler reviews. Prices start at US$ 196. The average rating is 4.9 out of 5, based on 445 traveler reviews.

Most options last half a day or longer. 7 of the 7 options offer free cancellation. The verdict at the top highlights the travelers' favorite, the best price and the top-rated option, updated with live data.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Kigali Safaris cost?

Prices start at US$ 196. There are 7 options to compare, and the final price depends on the date, group size and the option you choose.

Can I book with free cancellation?

Yes: 7 of the 7 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.

How long do these experiences last?

Most options last half a day or longer. There are also shorter and longer formats to fit your itinerary.

Which one is the travelers' favorite?

Akagera National Park Game Drive from Kigali: Lions & Rhinos is the travelers' favorite, rated 5.0 out of 5 across 145 reviews.

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