LION SAFARIS TEAM
Lion Safaris
- Office In:
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2016)
- Member Of:
- RTTA, RDB, RSGA, VISIT RWANDA & RWANDA CHAMBER OF TOURISM
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $1,731 to $11,254 per person per day (MXN, excl. int'l flights)
for a custom tour
Your request will be sent directly to the operator
If preferred, you can contact the operator directly
Reviews
Email Andrea | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Emile was the best (knowledgeable, patient, kind, caring - an overall generous guide)
10/10 would recommend!!
We had an excellent trip, all made possible through Emile and Lion Safaris. We didn’t have to worry about any of the logistics or the driving. The places we stayed were excellent. The food was top notch. I feel like a showed up, got to look at animals, and was very well taken care of. We got to see chimpanzees, gorillas, rhino, giraffes, elephants, hippos, baboons, and many more, all in their natural habitats. I felt safe and didn’t have to life a finger for more than a photo.
If you’re looking for the perfect African adventure, look no further.
Email A Khan | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Flexible guide, Incredible experience, 10/10 recommend!
My family and I spent 8 days with Emile (founder and owner of Lion Safaris) traveling through Kigali, Nyungwe, Volcanoes, and Akagera. I have lived in Rwanda for 5 months, and spent a lot of time finding the best company - and Lion safaris ended up coming up to the number one spot.
First, Emile: He was incredible. Very knowledgeable, personable, funny, and quite honestly the best guide I've encountered (having been on trips in many other countries as well). We always felt safe and informed with him, and his experience as a guide in Akagera and having been in the business for 17 years really paid off.
Second, the trip: Our trip was amazing. Emile booked the best hotels for us, and the process was seamless. The parks are amazing, the experiences are once-in-a-lifetime, and I was really impressed with Rwanda as a whole. While I've lived here for several months, this was my first time traveling extensively outside of Kigali and I cannot express how incredible this place is.
If you are on the fence about booking this tour, reach out to Emile. It was worth every penny.
Email Sangita | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Lion Safaris creates thoughtful, incredible, unforgettable experiences
Emile was communicative and thoughtful from designing the trip to actually driving us around Rwanda.
Everything - from the animal experiences to the lodges we stayed at, food we ate, and even bathroom stops - were top notch.
Emile himself is gregarious and knowledgeable - ready to do what it takes for his clients to see what they want and learn about the history and flora/fauna of Rwanda. If you're a birder - he'll make sure you pause for every kite and roller and heron!
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Email Claire PROPHETE | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Efficiency, professionalism and organization at the top !
I wanted to go on a safari in Rwanda. I contacted Lion Safaris. Emile, the manager and also guide, immediately answered all my questions and requests with a lot of patience. I chose the 8-day Safari option, but the agency offers many other options. The organization and timing where perfect, whether for accommodation, transport, visite, or trekking. I had the honor of being guided by Emile, perfectly french-speaking, always concerned about my well-being and I spend an intense week, rich in knowledge about Rwanda. In a word.... Amazing !!!
Email Helen & Tracy | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Knowledgeable & always ready to go with a smile
Emile of Lion Safaris spent 7 days guiding us throughout Rwanda. We started with tours in Kigali, then onto Nyungwe, Volcano and Akegara National Parks. Emile was professional, on time (early really) and booked us lovely accommodations with superb service. Emile is extremely knowledgeable and willing to discuss anything: culture, history, plants, animals and birds! He worked in Akegara for many years so he knows a lot about that huge park. In the planning stage, Emile communicated often and wanted the best itinerary for our requests. He understood we were spending a lot of money and planned amazing experiences for us.
We highly recommend Emile and Lion Safaris. Emile was professional and just so enthusiastic and outgoing. It was a joy to spend time with him and visit Rwanda!
Email Eliz Stewart | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Awesome journey
Highly recommended for Rwanda! Emile was a great guide and driver. Our 8 day trip was well organized with top notch accommodations due to Emile's contacts and relationships. Amazing experience overall!
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Email Tudor | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Best experience in Rwanda
Everything was flawless from the beginning, perfectly organised by Emile, they provide the best safari vehicle I ever had, the accommodation at Da Vinci Lodge was perfect, the staff, the location. All the info needed, very punctual and lots of fun. Highly recommend
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Email Olive | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent service and knowledgeable company, Emile is fantastic.
From the moment I first contacted him Emile was very fast responding and answered all my questions. He was very reliable and flexible all throughout the trip and nothing was too much trouble. He really helped me with the gorilla trekking as so had been ill the week before and I wasn’t sure I would make it if I got a long distance trek. He spoke with the park organisers a number of times and helped request a nearby group so my trek would be as short as possible. It was a truly amazing experience and I really thank him for helping to make sure I made it. He kept me informed at every point of what was happening and where we were going which was very reassuring as a solo traveller. I would highly recommend Lion Sarafis for any trip you are considering in Rwanda.
Email Yvonne | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing gorilla trek made great family memories!
Emile was helpful and responsive as we planned this once in a lifetime adventure. We chose Lion based on that and what previous travelers shared about their experience with this tour operator. Joel, our guide, was a great fit for the three young adults in our group. We appreciated his positive energy and his knowledge of Rwanda’s history, culture, and wildlife, particularly on safari in Akagera National Park.
Email Shelly | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
FIVE STAR - THE BEST GUIDE IN RWANDA!
I can’t recommend Emile highly enough. He truly went the extra mile and made my journey through Rwanda unforgettable. From the awe-inspiring mountain gorillas in Volcanoes National Park to chimpanzee trekking in Nyungwe and the breathtaking wildlife of Akagera National Park, he planned and guided every step with care and expertise.
A former guide with six years of experience in Akagera, he answered every question I had with insight and deep knowledge of Rwanda’s wildlife and culture. He was always on time, efficient, conscientious, and professional—yet also warm and sincere, making every drive and hike a pleasure.
Thanks to his experience and thoughtful planning, I was able to witness the incredible gorilla naming ceremony and experience Rwanda in a way I never could have on my own. If you are visiting Rwanda and want a guide who is not only highly skilled but truly dedicated to making your trip extraordinary, Emile is the one to book.