Burundi · Culture and Wildlife

4-Day Burundi Cultural and Wildlife Tour with Chimp Tracking

4 Days Round trip from Airport Terminal Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Track chimpanzees in Bururi Forest National Park with expert guides
02 Cruise Lake Tanganyika in Rusizi National Park with chances to spot hippos, crocodiles, and birdlife
03 Discover Burundi's history at the Livingstone Monument, the first Catholic church, and the Source of the Nile
04 Visit Karera Falls, an awe-inspiring natural wonder
05 Experience Burundian drumming traditions at the Gishora Drum Sanctuary

Embark on a 4-day cultural and wildlife tour in Burundi that combines nature, history, and living traditions. Explore the shores of Lake Tanganyika, enjoy a boat cruise in Rusizi National Park, and track chimpanzees in Bururi Forest National Park. Along the way, discover Burundi's heritage at the Livingstone Monument, the first Catholic church built in Burundi, the Source of the Nile, the Pyramid, and Karera Falls. The journey concludes with a cultural dance experience at the Gishora Drum Sanctuary before your departure from Bujumbura.

Enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Tanganyika, where, if you are lucky, you might spot hippos, crocodiles, and various bird species.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Bujumbura

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Bujumbura and Tour Orientation

Depending on your arrival time, our experienced guide will pick you up at Bujumbura International Airport and transfer you to the hotel for check-in and dinner.
Our guide will brief you on the entire trip, including the dos and don'ts, and ensure you are comfortable with the tour.

Overnight at City Hill Hotel.

Day 02

Lake Tanganyika Cruise, Rusizi National Park, and Southbound Journey

Wake up at 7:30 AM for breakfast, then return to your room to freshen up.
Please check out of your room at your own expense before 8:30 AM.
Our guide will pick you up and drive you to Rusizi National Park, one of the most interesting parks near Bujumbura.
Enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Tanganyika, where, if you are lucky, you might spot hippos, crocodiles, and various bird species.
After the boat ride, we will visit the Livingstone Monument and have lunch.
Later, we will visit the first Catholic church built in Burundi to learn more about its history.
In the afternoon, we will drive 3 hours south for chimpanzee tracking.
Check in at Moonlight Hotel, followed by dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 03

Chimpanzee Tracking and Burundi's Historic Landmarks

Wake up early at 5:30 AM to begin the journey to Bururi Forest National Park for a chimpanzee tracking adventure with our expert guides. The trek will last about 3 hours.
Afterward, return to the hotel for breakfast, check out, and continue your journey to the Source of the Nile and the Pyramid, where you will learn more about the region's fascinating history.
Next, we will visit Karera Falls, an awe-inspiring natural wonder, before proceeding to Gitega, the political capital of Burundi.

Overnight at Isango Hotel.

Day 04

Gishora Drum Sanctuary and Departure

After breakfast, check out of the hotel and head to the Gishora Drum Sanctuary for a cultural dance experience, where you will learn about the significance of drumming in Burundian culture.
Afterward, we will transfer you to Bujumbura Airport for your departure.
If you have more time in Bujumbura, please let us know, and we can arrange additional tours around Burundi. There are many more attractions worth visiting.