Wildlife & Culture Tour

5 Days Burundi Tour, Bujumbura capital city,Rusizi National park,Lake Tanganyika,Rusizi River,Karera falls ,Gitega gishora,Rububu national park,Kigwena Reserves, Rumonge fishermen,Source of River Nile.

 5 Day 4 Night Burundi Safari Tour To Bujumbura capital city, Rusizi National Park, Lake Tanganyika, Rusizi River, Karera Falls, Gitega Gishora, Rububu National Park, Kigwena Reserves, Rumonge Fishermen, Source of River Nile | Things To Do In Burundi , Burundi
 12th Feb - 01st Jul
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Overview

5 Days 4 Nights Burundi Safari Tour

Bujumbura – Rusizi National Park – Lake Tanganyika – Gitega – Ruvubu National Park – Kigwena – Rumonge

Discover the hidden beauty of Burundi on this immersive 5-day safari. From vibrant culture in Bujumbura to wildlife encounters in Rusizi National Park and Ruvubu National Park, this journey blends nature, culture, and adventure into one unforgettable experience.

Tour Highlights

  • Explore Bujumbura city and its cultural diversity
  • Boat cruise on the Rusizi River to Lake Tanganyika
  • Visit the Source of the Nile in Burundi
  • Discover the scenic Karera Falls
  • Cultural experience at Gishora Drum Sanctuary
  • Wildlife viewing in Ruvubu National Park
  • Nature walk in Kigwena Forest Reserve
  • Cultural interaction with Rumonge fishermen

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Bujumbura

Arrive at Bujumbura International Airport and transfer to your hotel. Depending on arrival time, enjoy a half-day city tour of Bujumbura, exploring its lively markets, cultural sites, and lakeside views.

Later, visit Rusizi National Park for a boat cruise along the Rusizi River, where it meets Lake Tanganyika. Expect to see hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of bird species.

Day 2: Source of the Nile & Karera Waterfalls

After breakfast, visit the southernmost source of the Nile in Burundi. Continue to the spectacular Karera Falls, a series of cascading waterfalls surrounded by lush vegetation.

Enjoy scenic views of rolling hills, tea plantations, and rural landscapes.

Day 3: Gitega & Ruvubu National Park

Travel to Gitega, the cultural heart of Burundi. Visit the famous Gishora Drum Sanctuary to experience traditional drumming performances.

Optional visit to the National Museum of Gitega for ethnographic insights.

Proceed to Ruvubu National Park, home to hippos, buffaloes, antelopes, monkeys, and over 400 bird species.

Day 4: Kigwena Forest & Rumonge Fishermen

Drive to Kigwena Forest Reserve for a guided nature walk. Spot monkeys, baboons, birds, and diverse flora.

Continue to Rumonge for a cultural experience with local fishermen along Lake Tanganyika. Learn traditional fishing methods and enjoy the lakeside atmosphere.

Day 5: Departure

After breakfast, transfer back to Bujumbura for your departure flight.

What to Bring

  • Long trousers and long-sleeved shirts
  • Insect repellent
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Sun hat
  • Rain jacket
  • Camera & binoculars

Why Choose This Burundi Safari?

This tour offers a rare opportunity to explore one of Africa’s least-visited yet most rewarding destinations. From wildlife and landscapes to deep cultural experiences, Burundi delivers authenticity, tranquility, and adventure.

Other Burundi Safari Options

  • 3 Days Burundi Tour: Bujumbura, Source of Nile, Karera Falls, Kibira National Park
  • 10 Days Burundi Tour: Extended exploration including Kibira National Park and Ruvubu National Park

Extensions Available

Combine your Burundi safari with:

  • Rwanda (gorilla trekking)
  • Uganda (wildlife & primates)

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Tour Overview

Availability

Nov 18- Mar 17

Duration

5D/4N

Pickup Location

pickup avaiable from airport, train and also cruise

Language

English

Car PickUp

Available

Tour Guide

Included

Included

  • Transport throughout the tour
  • Full-board Accommodation
  • Experience Driver Guide
  • Attractions and Activities charges
  • Bottled water

Excluded

  • Anything not added on the itinerary!

Itenary

Day 1
  • 08:00 AM

    Day 1: Arrival in Bujumbura Capital City.
    You will have a half day tour in Bujumbura, and a cultural safari around Bujumbura in the morning. You will visit Rusizi national park where a possible boat cruise in Rusizi river can let you explore Hippos, Birds and the joining point between Rusizi River and Lake Tanganyika.
    The Belvedere climb offers a nice view of Bujumbura city, independence hero monument. You will also visit explorer’s memorial; a huge rock in the suburbs of Bujumbura commemorating the meeting between Stanley and Livingstone.
    Then dinner and overnight at Club du Lac Tanganyika Hotel.

Day 2
  • 08:00 AM

    Day 2 : Visit to the source of Nile/waterfalls.

    Have breakfast and you will take the direction of the source of falls, and then Karera waterfalls. You will enjoy the magnificent tea plantations and the landscapes. All these make you carry your camera ready for the photos.
    Then later, visit waterfalls and after drive to Gitega. This is the second town and colonial capital of Burundi. You will also visit Gitega national Museum with its collection of art facts, Gitega city administrative offices, catholic location of Mushasha and its also different schools.
    You will visit the drum sanctuary of Gishora. This is one of the famous drum sites of Burundi. The site also houses two ritual drums that were never beaten – Ruciteme and Murimirwa.
    The two names are intimately linked to the farming vocation and also refer to fertility, characteristic of king. You will then visit the drum sanctuary of Gishora in order to relive the cultural tradition of Burundi. Have lunch at Gitega city and after, tour the city.
    This is the second largest town of the country recently became the political capital; with much colonial architecture. It also hosts the national museum with its ethnographic and archeological collections.
    Then dinner and overnight at Orange or Helena Hotel.

Day 3
  • 08:00 AM

    Day 3: Gitega_Ruvubu National Park
    Have breakfast and then drive to Ruvubu national park. Along the way you will contemplate the beautiful landscapes of the central plateau of the country. You will see buffalos, monkeys, antilopes, birds and beautiful vegetation.
    You will eat lunch in Gitega at Orange or Helena Hotel. Then later drive to Bujumbura for overnight at club du lac Hotel.

Day 4
  • 08:00 AM

    Day 4: Kigwena reserves - Rumonge fishermen.
    Have breakfast and after drive to Kigwena national park for a walk in the forest in order to search for its flora and fauna including; Chimpanzees, numerous species of Monkeys and baboons.
    You will visit springs water at Mugara; an attractive spot to tourists for it's believed to be the source of healing. You will have lunch at Blue bay and beach relaxation.
    Then drive back to Bujumbura for dinner and overnight at Club Du lac Tanganyika Hotel.

Day 5
  • 08:00 AM

    Day 5: Airport transfer.
    End of Safari with Ultimate Wild Safaris

"Having had three amazing trips arranged by Ultimate Wild Safaris, there was never any doubt that my partner and I would arrange our fourth trip with them. This trip we spent time at the Bujumbura capital city,Lake Tanganyika,Rusizi River, ,Gitega gishora, Rububu national park,Kigwena Reserves, Rumonge fishermen,Source of River Nile. I was driven through Uganda and lastly Burundi."

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Customer Review

  • Rodger

    29th May, 2020

    Having had three amazing trips arranged by Ultimate Wild Safaris, there was never any doubt that my partner and I would arrange our fourth trip with them. This trip we spent time at the Bujumbura capital city,Lake Tanganyika,Rusizi River, ,Gitega gishora, Rububu national park,Kigwena Reserves, Rumonge fishermen,Source of River Nile. I was driven through Uganda and lastly Burundi.

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