On Day 1, your driver-guide will pick you up from your accommodation, residence, or Kigali International Airport for a scenic 2.5-hour drive to Akagera National Park. Along the way, enjoy picturesque stopovers to admire Rwanda’s rolling hills and stunning landscapes. Before entering the park, you will participate in local community activities, including a visit to a nearby village where you’ll engage with residents, learn about their culture, and explore traditional crafts and daily life. Upon arrival at the park, you’ll check in to your lodge or camp, followed by a short evening game drive, giving you a chance to spot some of the park’s early wildlife activity. Later in the evening, you will embark on a peaceful sunset boat safari on Lake Ihema, where you may encounter hippos, crocodiles, buffaloes, and possibly elephants along the water’s edge. After the boat safari, return to your accommodation to enjoy dinner and an overnight stay, surrounded by the natural beauty of the African wilderness.