Akagera Safari National Park

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Akagera National Park is one of Africa’s most remarkable success stories. Now home to lions, rhinoceros the Big-Five and so much more there are over 13,000 large animals including a rapidly growing number of apex predators, it one of the best places for game viewing in Africa. However, what makes Akagera special is its conservation. Just over 20 years ago it was on the verge of being lost forever, however, visionary leadership from African Parks has built a story of prosperity and hope where wildlife is flourishing.

Entry fee / self-drive permit / driver & guide

Travel with your own vehicle or book an experienced driver & transport from Kigali.

🗓 1 - 7 Days

From $100 pp

USD prices apply to bookings made from outside of Rwanda. Rwandan residents, contact us to book and for local currency prices.

Activities inside the park

Night drives, Fishing, Boat trips, Behind the scenes, Walks, Community tours and more.

🕑 1-4 hours

From $25 pp

USD prices apply to bookings made from outside of Rwanda. Rwandan residents, contact us to book and for local currency prices.

Community Guide

Hire a local guide for your self-drive game drives in the park to see the best wildlife.

🕑 Half/full day

$25 / $40 per guide

USD prices apply to bookings made from outside of Rwanda. Rwandan residents, contact us to book and for local currency prices.
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The National Park permits shown above are for self-drive clients who have hired their own car (4×4 recommended) for a self drive safari. 
​No transport or accommodation is included. For inclusive options, please select one of our tours or excursions.

Trail de Akagera – Walking Safari

Immersive 8-day walking trips though Akagera National Park

🗓 8 days

$3,990 pp

Trip notes
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USD prices apply to bookings made from outside of Rwanda. Rwandan residents, contact us to book and for local currency prices.
Important: A negative Covid-19 Rapid Antigen Test is required to enter Akagera NP. We recommend testing in Kigali however, a testing centre is available 2km outside the south entrance to the park – but opening times and availability of tests is not guaranteed. The official Visit Rwanda rules, may also change without notice. Entrance fees do not include testing.
You can also include these experiences in our tours, or hire a car to build your own independent tour of Rwanda.