Kubwa Five Safaris

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$2,200 to $2,420 pp (USD)

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Arrive In Burundi | Transfer To A Hotel In Bujumbura | Relaxing

Arrive In Burundi | Transfer To A Hotel In Bujumbura | Relaxing

On arrival in Burundi, you will be welcomed and picked up by our Kubwa Five Safaris guide, who will be holding an A4 paper with your name printed on it at Melchior Ndadaye International Airport and be transferred to your hotel where you will check in and do some relaxing for the rest of the day to wear off the jet lag.

Dinner and overnight at Hotel Club du Lac Tanganyika.

Main Destination:
Bujumbura (City)
Accommodation:
Hotel Club du Lac Tanganyika
  • Mid-range hotel located in Bujumbura (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Visit Busekera Pygmy Village | Batwa Cultural Interaction | Transfer To Teza Tea Plantations | Trans

Visit Busekera Pygmy Village | Batwa Cultural Interaction | Transfer To Teza Tea Plantations | Trans

After breakfast, you will be driven for a visit to the Busekera Pygmy Village where you will meet members of the Batwa community (the minority ethnicity and less privileged community in Burundi) and learn about their traditional lifestyle, music, crafts and culture.

Afterwards, you will be transferred to Teza Tea Plantations near Kibira National Park, which is the biggest tea plantation in Burundi with over 600 hectares.

You will enjoy walking through the beautiful green tea fields and a small nature hike in the surrounding forest, known for its fresh mountain air and biodiversity.

After the plantation tour, the tour continues north to Rwihinda Lake, also known as the Bird Lake, famous for its birdlife and peaceful scenery. You will experience the beauty, peace and incredible sunset at the Lake

Dinner and overnight at Belan Hotel.

Main Destination:
Teza Tea Factory (Highlight)
Accommodation:
Belan Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel located in Ngozi (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Transfer To Gitega | Visit The Gishora Royal Drums | Visit The National Museum | Explore Karera

Transfer To Gitega | Visit The Gishora Royal Drums | Visit The National Museum | Explore Karera

After having an early breakfast, you will be transferred to Gitega Province.

Visit the famous Gishora Royal Drums Sanctuary in Gitega Province, recognized by UNESCO as an intangible cultural heritage, Gishora is the most authentic drum experience you can ever get. This important cultural site preserves the legendary Royal Drums of Burundi and visitors can witness an impressive traditional drumming performance and learn about the history of the palace.

The journey continues to the National Museum of Gitega which houses important historical artifacts, traditional objects, and cultural collections that explain the history of Burundi.

Later in the day, you will explore the beautiful Karera Waterfalls, a spectacular natural site surrounded by lush vegetation where 5 extraordinary waterfalls cascade down the hillside.

Dinner and overnight at Tropitel Hotel.

Main Destination:
Gitega (City)
Accommodation:
Tropitel Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel located in Gitega (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Visit The Source Of The Nile | Transfer To Lake Tanganyika | Beach Relaxation

Visit The Source Of The Nile | Transfer To Lake Tanganyika | Beach Relaxation

After breakfast, you will visit the Southernmost Source of the Nile River, a fascinating geographical landmark connected to the legendary Nile, as well as a pyramid built in the image of the pyramids in Egypt.

The journey then continues toward Rumonge on the shores of Lake Tanganyika, offering beautiful landscapes along the way.

Dinner and overnight at Sunstone Beach Resort.

Main Destination:
Lake Tanganyika (Burundi)
Accommodation:
Sunstone Beach Hotel
  • Mid-range lodge located near Rumonge (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Beach Relaxation | Transfer To Bujumbura | Transfer To Central Market

Beach Relaxation | Transfer To Bujumbura | Transfer To Central Market

After breakfast, the morning is dedicated to relaxation on the beautiful beaches of Lake Tanganyika. You can swim, walk along the shore, ride boats or simply enjoy the peaceful scenery.

Later, the tour returns to Bujumbura with a short stop at the Livingstone and Stanley monument, a historic site marking the place where two famous explorers have met.

In the afternoon, you will visit the Central Market to experience the vibrant local atmosphere and discover traditional products and souvenirs.

Dinner and overnight at Club du Lac Tanganyika Hotel.

Main Destination:
Bujumbura (City)
Accommodation:
Hotel Club du Lac Tanganyika
  • Mid-range hotel located in Bujumbura (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

The Last Day With Us | Boat Cruise On River Rusizi | Transfer To The Airport | Fly Back Home

The Last Day With Us | Boat Cruise On River Rusizi | Transfer To The Airport | Fly Back Home

After breakfast, enjoy a relaxing boat cruise on the Rusizi River in the Rusizi National Park. During the cruise, it is possible to observe hippos, crocodiles and many species of birds in their natural habitat, as well as the famous junction of the river Rusizi and Lake Tanganyika.

After the boat ride, you will be transferred to Melchior Ndadaye International Airport transferred to Entebbe International Airport for your scheduled flight back home.

All good things must come to an end, and your time with us on safari in Burundi will now draw to a close. We're sure that you've had a wonderful time.

Main Destination:
Bujumbura International Airport (Bujumbura)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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