3 days Akagera and wildlife safari adventure will take you to Akagera National Park, which is located in Eastern Rwanda, covering 1,200 kilometers², along the international border with Tanzania. The Park was founded in 1934 by the Belgian government to protect animals and vegetation in three eco-regions: the Savannah, mountain, and swamp. It was named after the Kagera River, also the Akagera River, which flows along its eastern boundary, feeding into Lake Ihema and several smaller lakes. Akagera is a big game country with herds of African elephants and Cape Buffaloes that emerge from the woodland to drink at the lakes. Lucky visitors can stumble across leopards, spotted hyenas, stray lions, giraffes, and zebras.

Highlights for Akagera wildlife Adventure Rwanda

Game drive through the Akagera Park
Boat ride on Lake Ihema
Kigali city tour
2 nights’ accommodation in Akagera

Detailed itinerary for 3 days Akagera wildlife safari Rwanda

Day 1: Transfer from the airport to Akagera National Park

Meet your driver or guide at the airport, who will brief you about the trip and transfer you to Akagera National Park. Check into your booked safari lodge and have lunch. Most importantly, you’ll head out for an evening game drive where you may get to spot African elephants, lions, zebras, leopards, hyenas, giraffes, Topi, Oribi antelopes, and other wild animals.

DESTINATION AND SELECTION OF LODGING.

Main destination: Akagera Forest National Park
Luxury accommdation: Akagera Game Lodge
Mid-Range accommodation: Ruzizi Tented Camp
Budget accommodation: Golf Hills Residence
Meal plan: half board (lunch and dinner)

Day 2: Game drive in Akagera and boat ride on Lake Ihema

Have breakfast, then after, set out for a game drive to catch up with early morning risers looking for breakfast; these include elephants, lions, zebras, leopards, hyenas, giraffes, and antelopes, to mention but a few. Besides that, return to the lodge to get a few minutes of relaxation before lunch, and later, after your lunch, you’ll set out for a boat cruise on Lake Ihema to get a chance to see aquatic wildlife like hippos and crocodiles. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

DESTINATION AND SELECTION OF LODGING.

Main destination: Akagera Forest National Park
Luxury accommdation: Akagera Game Lodge
Mid-Range accommodation: Ruzizi Tented Camp
Budget accommodation: Golf Hills Residence
Meal plan: full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 3: Transfer from Akagera to Kigali city or the airport

Early morning, after breakfast, transfer to Kigali for a city tour, have lunch, and later in the evening be dropped off at the airport to catch up with your flight.

DESTINATION AND MEALS.

Main destination: Kigali city or Kigali International airport
Meal plan: Half board (breakfast and lunch)

3 days Akagera National Park safari in Rwanda include.

Airport transfers.
Accommodation as per itinerary.
Game drives as per itinerary.
Transportation in a 4X4 safari vehicle.
Pickup and drop off of your destination.
English-speaking driver/guide.
Pure bottled mineral water for drinking while on a safari.

However, 3 days Akagera National Park safari in Rwanda exclude.

Rwanda Visa.
Luxury drinks.
Telephone fees.
Other services of personal nature.
Personal shopping bills and any other item not mentioned above.

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   Josefine M 
 
 
 
 Verified Amazing time with lots of baby animals We had an amazing time on our two day safari in Mburo Lake National Park. Adam was our driver/guide and he was very knowledgeable about all the animals and the park. It is a long day of driving both to and from Kampala as it is about 5 hours each way, but very worth it to see the fun animals. Unfortunately there are very few predators in the park so we were unable to see any leopards, however, we saw many baby animals including giraffes, baboons, hippos and zebras. Our stay at the eagle's nest was wonderful with yummy food and great views. During our time parts of the grass were being burned so there was some smoke and burnt grassy areas, but it is necessary to maintain the health of the grasslands. So maybe if you can avoid August, that would be better. All in all a great trip. Can recommend as a weekend activity!
  
 
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   Kobusingye J 
 
 
 
 Verified Great Experience This was my third Safari with Simba Expeditions with a different group each time. Everything was well planned and organized to detail. The guide was knowledgeable and answered all our questions . My family and I enjoyed the experience.
  
 
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   rosy a 
 
 
 
 Verified Definitely get out of Kampala and check these spots out! Paddy & Patricia were absolutely fantastic looking after me on this luxury safari experience. The care for the customer is excellent with this company. Paddy was an absolute gent, great rapport with every company and stop we had during the trip. He looked out for me having an eggless breakfast, nothing was trouble for the team. So relaxing and fun. My highlight was seeing the giraffes and leopard & lions in Murchison and the Devil's cauldron.
  
 
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   Phil 
 
 
 
 Verified 4th tour with this company and second review It’s actually my second review for this tour operator which should already speak volumes. I’ve just returned from my fourth in Uganda with Simba and once again they delivered an unforgettable experience from start to finish. The team truly knows how to craft seamless, exciting, and stress-free journeys. Both for trips with friends or my family. From the very first inquiry to the last day of our trip, their team was always quick to respond. Even when we had a few last-minute changes to our room bookings during the safari. They handled everything promptly. Each safari was led by knowledgeable, friendly guides who clearly love what they do. Their insights into wildlife behaviour, the parks, and local cultures added so much value to the trip. Everything was organised exactly as requested. From comfortable transportation and quality lodges (including the exact lodges and room arrangements requested by us) to well-timed transfers and game drives. When comparing options with other operators, I found Simba to be very fairly priced with no hidden fees or surprises. Their transparency and honesty in pricing made it easy to plan and budget for the trip with confidence. The payment was easy as well. They offered me payment by bank transfer or by card. Look no further if you’re planning your next safari in East Africa.
  
 
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   signe h 
 
 
 
 Verified Wonderful trip to Nyungwe We had an amazing experience traveling with Simba African Expeditions for our 5 day trip in Rwanda. Patricia answered very efficiently to all our requests and helped us customize the trip to our liking. During our trip Tonny was a great guide. He was patient, drove responsibly and made arrangements with all our activities so they went smoothly, we felt very well taken care of! During our trip we spent our time around Nyungwe national park and lake Kivu. The scenery was beautiful and with our itinerary we got to both have an active holiday with chimpanzee trekking, hiking and kayaking, as well as calmer activities like visiting a coffee plantation. Would recommend traveling with Simba Africa expeditions and Rwanda as a destination :)
  
 
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   Sylwester O 
 
 
 
 Verified Unforgettable time with good guide, and car. Lot of animals, good atmosphere and good car, tasty food. Everything went well, I saw many animals, and spent some great, unforgettable time. Lodge with nice, rustic style
  
 
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   Anna Grace J 
 
 
 
 Verified 1 day Lake Mburo Safari We had a great 1 day safari to Lake Mburo. We saw SO many zebras,giraffes, and hippos; among other animals. We stopped at the equator for a photo and a quick demonstration. Ashiraf our safari guide was very nice and efficient. Patricia was very helpful and quick with email and whatsapp communication. It was a little a little stressful trying to get back to make our flight(NOT OUR DRIVERS FAULT, UG traffice is VERY UNPREDICTABLE!) Overall a great day trip and i recommend!
  
 
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   Tuva S 
 
 
 
 Verified Brilliant! Simba African Expeditions was brilliant! They took good care of us, answered all our questions fast and made sure we had an experience of a lifetime. Would definitely recommend!
  
 
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   Soren B 
 
 
 
 Verified Outstanding Safaris with Simba African Expeditions I recently travelled with Simba African Expeditions, owned by Moses Nadduli in Kampala, Uganda — and it was truly an unforgettable experience. I’ve known Moses for over 20 years and can vouch for his professionalism, integrity, and genuine passion for showcasing the real Africa. Every part of the trip was perfectly organized — from the stunning wildlife and breathtaking landscapes to the smooth logistics and warm hospitality. Moses and his team made us feel safe, cared for, and completely immersed in East Africa’s beauty and culture. If you’re looking for a reliable and authentic safari experience, I can’t recommend Simba African Expeditions highly enough. Would definitely travel with them again!
  
 
  
  
 
 
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