Burundi, Uganda · Safari

5-Day Burundi Safari with Rusizi Cruise and Gitega Cultural Tour

5 Days Round trip from Bujumbura Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Enjoy a boat cruise on the Rusizi River to spot hippos, crocodiles, and birdlife
02 Explore Gitega town and visit the national museum and the Drum Sanctuary of Gishora
03 Take in the scenic beauty of Karera Falls and the surrounding tea plantations
04 Look out for buffaloes, antelopes, and bird species in Rubuvu National Park
05 Observe chimpanzees, monkeys, and baboons on a forest walk in Kigwena National Park

Embark on a 5-day safari in Burundi that combines wildlife, culture, and scenic landscapes. Starting and ending in Bujumbura, this journey takes you to Rusizi River for a boat cruise, Karera Falls, Gitega Town, Rubuvu National Park, and Kigwena National Park. Along the way, gain insight into Burundi's history and culture, enjoy wildlife and bird viewing, and meet the Hutu people, who are traditionally farming people.

You will be transferred for a cultural experience and later drive to Rusizi National Park to enjoy a boat cruise on the Rusizi River, where you will have a chance to spot wildlife such as hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of bird species.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Bujumbura, Kampala, Entebbe

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Bujumbura and Rusizi River Cruise

On this day, you will be welcomed by our professional driver-guide at Bujumbura International Airport.
You will be transferred for a cultural experience and later drive to Rusizi National Park to enjoy a boat cruise on the Rusizi River, where you will have a chance to spot wildlife such as hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of bird species. You will also view the meeting point between the Rusizi River and Lake Tanganyika.
You will enjoy the Belvedere climb, where you will have a great view of Bujumbura city.
Visit the meeting place between Burton Speke and Livingston, which has monuments of heroes of independence.
Later, drive back to the hotel for dinner and overnight.

Day 02

Karera Falls, Gitega City Tour, and Gishora Drum Sanctuary

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Karera Falls.
Along the way, you will have stunning views of the scenery, including the tea plantations.
After the waterfall visit, you will continue your journey to Gitega, a town well known as the second town and the colonial capital of Burundi. You will have a tour around the city and visit the Gitega National Museum.
You will see several artifacts at the museum, the Catholic location of Mushasha, and the Gitega administrative offices.
On this day, you will also visit one of the famous sites in Burundi, well known as the Drum Sanctuary of Gishora.

Day 03

Wildlife Viewing in Rubuvu National Park

After breakfast, you will embark on your vehicle and head to Rubuvu National Park.
You will have several stops along the way for photography and stunning views of the country's beautiful scenery. You will also have a chance to spot wildlife such as buffaloes, antelopes, and a variety of bird species.
You will have lunch en route and later drive back to Bujumbura for dinner and overnight.

Day 04

Forest Walk in Kigwena National Park

After breakfast, you will embark on your vehicle and transfer to Kigwena National Park.
On arrival, you will enjoy a forest walk, where you will see flora and fauna such as chimpanzees, a variety of monkey species, and baboons.
You will visit the spring water at Mugara, a place you can't miss visiting.
You will later transfer to Bujumbura for dinner and overnight.

Day 05