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Best for: Birdwatchers, nature photographers, eco-tourists
Tour Type: Private or Small Group Tour
Starting Point: Kigali, Rwanda
Join us for a thrilling 3-day bird trekking safari in the heart of Rwanda’s only savannah park – Akagera National Park. With over 525 recorded bird species, including some of Africa’s most sought-after species, Akagera is a true paradise for bird lovers.
From the striking Shoebill Stork to the colorful Lilac-breasted Roller, this tour offers guided bird walks, game drives, and a boat safari on Lake Ihema — all carefully curated to give you the ultimate birdwatching experience. Whether you’re a seasoned birder or a curious beginner, this trip is tailored to immerse you in Rwanda’s rich birdlife and breathtaking landscapes.
4×4 safari vehicle and professional birding guide
Park entrance fees and birding permits
Boat safari on Lake Ihema
Accommodation (2 nights) with all meals
Bottled water during activities
Airport/hotel pickup and drop-off in Kigali
Binoculars (provided upon request)
Flights and Rwanda visa
Personal expenses (alcohol, souvenirs, tips)
Travel insurance
Optional activities outside the itinerary
Good quality binoculars
Field guidebook (East African birds)
Camera with zoom lens
Lightweight long-sleeved clothing
Hiking shoes and hat
Insect repellent and sunscreen
Refillable water bottle
Notebook for bird checklist
Shoebill Stork (rare but possible)
African Fish Eagle
Lilac-breasted Roller
Papyrus Gonolek
Black-headed Heron
Senegal Lapwing
Saddle-billed Stork
Yellow-throated Longclaw
White-browed Coucal
African Openbill
Local birding guides with deep knowledge of Rwandan avifauna
Small group sizes for better viewing and flexibility
Ethical and eco-friendly tourism approach
Customized itineraries on request
24/7 customer support
Morning pickup from your hotel or Kigali International Airport by your Travel Miles birding guide
Scenic 2.5-hour drive to Akagera National Park
Check-in at your lodge and enjoy lunch
Afternoon birdwatching along the park’s southern lakeshores and woodland areas
Look out for species like:
African Jacana
Hadada Ibis
Grey-crowned Crane
Woodland Kingfisher
Dinner and overnight stay inside or near the park
Accommodation Options:
Budget: Akagera Transit Lodge
Mid-range: Akagera Game Lodge
Luxury: Ruzizi Tented Lodge
Early morning guided bird walk through savannah, grassland, and forest edge
Expect to see:
Shoebill Stork (near swamps)
African Fish Eagle
Pied and Malachite Kingfishers
Swamp Flycatcher
Black-headed Gonolek
Return to lodge for lunch
Afternoon boat safari on Lake Ihema – ideal for water birds and riverine species
Spot hippos, crocodiles, and flocks of waterfowl at close range
Optional evening walk or relaxed birding near the lodge grounds
Dinner and overnight stay
Early morning walk or game drive with a birding focus
Opportunity to spot late species or missed sightings from previous days
Check-out and begin return journey to Kigali
Stopover for lunch and photo opportunities en route
Arrive in Kigali and drop-off at hotel or airport
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