From Kigali, mid-way: Stop-over by Imigongo Art Center and cafe for leg stretching, viewing Imigongo arts, using the washrooms. You may also opt to buy a cup of coffee or anything else there.

Reaching Akagera by 12h30, head to Akagera Game Lodge or Ruzizi Tented Lodge for lunch and check-in before diving through the park to Ihema lake, the largest lake in the park and the second largest in Rwanda. Enjoy the one-hour boat ride exploring the nature in the forest.

Reach Akagera Game Lodge or Ruzizi Tented Lodge, depending on the your accommodation for lunch and check-in before going for the boat ride.