Budget Akagera Big Five Safari
Rwanda's most affordable overnight safari — a guided Big Five experience in Akagera National Park over two days and one night, with full board and no gorilla permit required.
Duration
2 Days / 1 Nights
Group Size
Groups & individuals
From
$1,000 per person
Highlights
- ●Akagera National Park entrance and two guided Big Five game drives
- ●Private vehicle and driver-guide throughout
- ●1 night full-board accommodation included
- ●No gorilla trekking permit required — the lowest-cost way to safari in Rwanda
- ●Full board on both days
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival & Afternoon Game Drive
Depart Kigali by private vehicle for Akagera National Park (approx. 2.5-3 hours), check in, then head straight into an afternoon guided Big Five game drive before dinner and overnight at a full-board lodge.
Day 2
Sunrise Game Drive & Departure
An early guided sunrise game drive across Akagera's savanna and lakeshore, breakfast, then return transfer to Kigali by early afternoon.
Included
- ✓Akagera National Park entrance fees
- ✓2 guided Big Five game drives
- ✓Private safari vehicle & driver-guide
- ✓1 night full-board accommodation
- ✓All meals (2 days)
Not Included
- ✕Gorilla trekking permit
- ✕International flights
- ✕Visa fees
- ✕Personal expenses and tips
- ✕Travel insurance