Rwanda Signature Safari
Rwanda Signature Safari is a 8-day / 7-night road safari travelling from Kigali through Akagera, Lake Kivu, and Volcanoes before concluding in Kigali. The route combines savannah, lakes…
Overview
A signature journey, designed by East African specialists.
Rwanda Signature Safari is a 8-day / 7-night road safari travelling from Kigali through Akagera, Lake Kivu, and Volcanoes before concluding in Kigali. The route combines savannah, lakes and wetlands supporting Rwanda's most diverse big-game viewing in Akagera National Park, relaxed lakeside scenery, green hills and a gentle change of pace in Lake Kivu, and volcanic highlands and Rwanda's celebrated mountain-gorilla region in Volcanoes National Park. Road travel reveals the changing scenery between destinations, while each day balances transfers with game drives, guided experiences and time at the lodge or camp.
Signature Highlights
Moments that define this journey.
Akagera National Park: savannah, lakes and wetlands supporting Rwanda's most diverse big-game viewing.
Lake Kivu: relaxed lakeside scenery, green hills and a gentle change of pace.
Volcanoes National Park: volcanic highlands and Rwanda's celebrated mountain-gorilla region.
Scenic overland travel linking the featured destinations.
Depart Kigali and travel by road to Akagera National Park. After arrival and time to settle in, enjoy game drives through Akagera National Park and, where scheduled, a boat experience.
Spend the day enjoying game drives through Akagera National Park and, where scheduled, a boat experience. Morning and afternoon experiences are arranged around local conditions, with time between outings to relax and enjoy the surroundings.
Depart Akagera National Park and travel by road to Lake Kivu. After arrival and time to settle in, enjoy lakeside leisure and locally arranged exploration.
Spend the day enjoying lakeside leisure and locally arranged exploration. Morning and afternoon experiences are arranged around local conditions, with time between outings to relax and enjoy the surroundings.
Depart Lake Kivu and travel by road to Volcanoes National Park. After arrival and time to settle in, enjoy a permit-controlled gorilla trek or another scheduled Volcanoes National Park experience.
Spend the day enjoying a permit-controlled gorilla trek or another scheduled Volcanoes National Park experience. Morning and afternoon experiences are arranged around local conditions, with time between outings to relax and enjoy the surroundings.
Spend the day enjoying a permit-controlled gorilla trek or another scheduled Volcanoes National Park experience. Morning and afternoon experiences are arranged around local conditions, with time between outings to relax and enjoy the surroundings.
After breakfast and, time permitting, a final morning experience, begin the onward road journey to Kigali. The safari concludes with a transfer to your hotel, airport or onward departure point in Kigali.
Included
- Transport in a custom safari vehicle suited to the road sectors shown in the itinerary.
- Services of professional English-speaking driver-guides and local guides where required.
- Accommodation and meals as specified in the itinerary.
- Scheduled game drives, excursions and transfers described in the itinerary.
- Park, reserve, conservancy and attraction fees listed under Inclusions.
- Bottled drinking water during the principal safari transfers and game drives.
Not included
- International flights unless listed under Inclusions.
- Visa costs, travel insurance, vaccinations and personal medical expenses.
- Premium drinks, laundry and personal purchases unless otherwise stated.
- Optional activities, private arrangements and permit upgrades not listed under Inclusions.
- Gratuities and any service not listed under Inclusions.
Timing depends on your destination and interests. Your consultant will recommend the best window for wildlife, weather and availability when building your quote.
Yes — every safari is privately quoted. We can adjust duration, swap camps, add extensions, or design this around a specific occasion.
Our standard quotes are for private departures of 2–6 guests. Larger family or affinity groups are accommodated with dedicated vehicles and guides.
Most camps accept children from age 6, with selected properties offering dedicated family suites and guide programmes for younger guests.
Route
Where this journey takes you.
Kigali – Akagera – Lake Kivu – Volcanoes – Kigali
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