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Rwanda Wildlife Escape

Three days in Akagera for open landscapes, wildlife-viewing opportunities and time around Lake Ihema.

Duration3 days
DestinationsKigali ยท Akagera
ExperienceWildlife safari
Best forSafari travellers

Highlights

Rwanda's savannah side.

Akagera landscapes

Travel east into a changing landscape of savannah, wetlands and lakes.

Wildlife opportunities

Take game drives with sightings depending on seasonal and wildlife conditions.

Lake Ihema

Make time for a lakeside experience around one of Akagera's defining waters.

Private pace

Shape the route and timing around your interests and departure plans.

Detailed itinerary

Your 3-day journey.

DAY 1

Kigali to Akagera

Leave Kigali and travel east toward Akagera, with time to settle into the park region.

Scenic transferPark region
DAY 2

Morning game drive and Lake Ihema

Take a morning game drive, then enjoy a Lake Ihema experience where available.

Game driveLake experience
DAY 3

Final wildlife experience and Kigali

Use the morning for a final wildlife experience before returning to Kigali.

Wildlife experienceReturn transfer

Tour information

What to expect.

Included where confirmed

  • Ground transportation according to the confirmed itinerary
  • Guide/driver services where applicable
  • Accommodation where included in the confirmed booking
  • Meals where specified
  • Activities specifically listed as included in the confirmed itinerary

Not included

  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses
  • Activities or permits not specifically included
  • Anything not listed under inclusions

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