Embark on a 7-day cultural and scenic tour of Burundi, from the bustling city of Bujumbura to the cultural heart of Gitega. Explore museums, traditional villages, and breathtaking landscapes, including Lake Tanganyika and Rusizi National Park.
Arrival in Bujumbura and Transfer to your hotel for overnight
Bujumbura - The main city in Burundi is home to Lake Tanganyika. Lake Tanganyika is an African Great Lake. It is the second-oldest freshwater lake in the world, the second-largest by volume, and the second-deepest, in all cases after Lake Baikal in Siberia. It is the world’s longest freshwater lake.
Kiganda Royal Grounds - Historical Tour
Kibira National Park - Nature walk in Kibira National Park and Visit of Teza Tea Plantations
Gishora Drum Sanctuary-Gitega National Museum
Gishora Drum Sanctuary - Today, we will visit the famous Gishora drummers. Gishora Drum Sanctuary is one of the famous drum sites in Burundi for a cultural experience. It is one of the cultural sites to see when on tour in Burundi. This is a not-to-miss visit on your Burundi tour packages. You can watch a drum show almost everywhere in Burundi, but Gishora makes a difference, and for a good reason due to its history.
Karera waterfalls- Agasimbo Dancers
Karera Waterfalls - Today we visit the magnificent Karera waterfalls one of the most beautiful tourist spots in Burundi. Karera Waterfalls or the Chutes de la Karera is a collective name attributed to four waterfalls found in Burundi- in the province of Rutana. The site is one of the places usually included in Burundi tour packages. The beautiful one of the four waterfalls is the one you reach first when you get there. It is where you can park your car. Upstream from this is often the tiniest of the four falls, Nyakai II, a perfect spot where you can have an impromptu shower. This watercourse is linked to that of Mwaro Falls before creating the namesake and tallest waterfall within the area. They are approximately 70 m tall and they are one of the most beautiful natural wonders in Burundi.
Muhweza Hot Springs \
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bottled water
- National Park fees
- Driver/guide
- Lunch
- Breakfast
- 6 nights accommodation
- Transport by private vehicle
- Drinks
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
The 7-day tour takes you to Burundi’s finest scenery & cultural visits. Gitega National Museum, Gishora Drum Sanctuary, Lake Tanganyika, Rusizi National Park, Livingstone & Stanely, View of the Lake and Bujumbura city.
This 7-day tour of Burundi offers a captivating blend of cultural immersion, breathtaking landscapes, and wildlife encounters. Begin your journey in the vibrant capital city of Bujumbura, where you can explore local markets, visit historical sites like the Independence Monument, and unwind on the shores of Lake Tanganyika. Then, venture to Gitega, the country’s cultural heart, to discover its rich heritage through visits to traditional villages and museums.
After exploring Gitega, travelers can continue their journey to other cities and towns in Burundi to experience even more of the country’s unique culture and green scenery.
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
If you cancel at least 7 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
