5 Days - Kigali, Volcanoes and Akagera National Park
This itinerary includes Kigali City Tour, where you will visit the Genocide memorial and a local market; Volcanoes National Park(2N), famous for mountain gorilla trekking in the misty Virunga Mountains, for gorilla trekking and Ibiwacu cultural visit; and Akagera National Park(2N), Rwanda’s top Big Five safari destination, for game drives and a sunset boat ride on Lake Ihema & Shakani, before returning to Kigali.
Short Itinerary
Day 1 (August 22, 2025) - Kigali (Genocide memorial and local market visit) & Transfer to Volcanoes National Park
Day 2 (August 23, 2025) - Volcanoes National Park (Gorilla tracking) & (Ibiwacu cultural visit)
Day 3 (August 24, 2025) - Volcanoes National Park to Akagera National Park (Sunset Boat cruise in Lake Ihema & Shakani)
Day 4 (August 25, 2025) - Akagera National Park (Morning & afternoon game drives)
Day 5 (August 26, 2025) - Early morning Game drive in Akagera National Park & Transfer to Kigali
Choose Date
Safari tour prices vary depending on the starting date, your group size, and the choice of stay.
Ensuite Accommodation Packages
Below are packages with a few popular ensuite options for your tour, starting on August 22, 2025, in a group of two adults
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Ensuite hotels are tented camps/lodges that can be inside/around national parks.
You will have a private room with attached bathroom. Meals are provided by hotels.
Click to know more about safari accommodations (ensuite camps/lodges)
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Option E1:
$3,342 per adult for safari with Extended Land Cruiser
- Stay at Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge, Kinigi, Volcanoes National Park
from August 22, 2025 to August 24, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Mantis EPIC Hotel & Suites - Standard Room, Akagera
from August 24, 2025 to August 26, 2025 [Bed & Breakfast]
Option E2:
$4,400 per adult for safari with Extended Land Cruiser
- Stay at Virunga Inn Resort and Spa - Deluxe, Volcanoes National Park
from August 22, 2025 to August 24, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Mantis EPIC Hotel & Suites - Superior Suite, Akagera
from August 24, 2025 to August 26, 2025 [Bed & Breakfast]
A detailed list of inclusions is shared below. We have many more accommodations and addon tours to offer. Please share with us your requirements by clicking on the "Request Quote" button below, and our reservations team will get in touch with you.
Meals
Day 1 (August 22, 2025) - Lunch & Dinner
Day 2 (August 23, 2025) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3 (August 24, 2025) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4 (August 25, 2025) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5 (August 26, 2025) - Breakfast & Lunch
Transfer Times
Day 1 (August 22, 2025) - Kigali to Volcanoes National Park takes about 3 to 4 hours (110 to 120 km)
Day 2 (August 23, 2025) - No transfers
Day 3 (August 24, 2025) - Volcanoes National Park to Akagera NP takes about 5 to 6 hours (210 to 225 km)
Day 4 (August 25, 2025) - No transfers
Day 5 (August 26, 2025) - Akagera National Park to Kigali takes about 3 to 3.5 hours (100 to 120 km)
Note: These are estimated drive times. Because of the traffic, location of the accommodations, and several other factors, actual drive times may vary. Driving distances are approximate and do not account for exact places.
Inclusions
Drinking water while on safari (2 litres per person per day).
Permit Fees (for Non-Residents).
A professional English speaking driver/ guide.
All Taxes and VAT.
Meals as per itinerary.
4x4 Extended Land Cruiser.
Activities mentioned in the itinerary.
Exclusions
Government imposed increase of Taxes, and or Park Fees.
Personal Items (Souvenirs, Travel Insurance, Visa Fees, etc.).
Tips (Tipping guidelines).
Airport Transfers (Unless mentioned otherwise).
Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour (Unless mentioned otherwise).
International flights.
Addons
Add-on tours in Volcanoes
Golden Monkey Tracking : USD 115 per person
5 Days - Kigali, Volcanoes and Akagera National Park
This itinerary includes Kigali City Tour, where you will visit the Genocide memorial and a local market; Volcanoes National Park(2N), famous for mountain gorilla trekking in the misty Virunga Mountains, for gorilla trekking and Ibiwacu cultural visit; and Akagera National Park(2N), Rwanda’s top Big Five safari destination, for game drives and a sunset boat ride on Lake Ihema & Shakani, before returning to Kigali.

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