Empirical Tour and Travel

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$3,795 pp (USD)

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*This tour does not accept children under 12.
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This 12-day expedition takes you deep into the heart of Burundi, a landlocked gem in East Africa known as the "Heart of Africa." The journey combines vibrant cultural immersion, including performances by the Intore Warrior Dancers and the world-famous Gishora Drummers, with nature adventures in national parks and along Lake Tanganyika. You’ll explore historical sites, engage with local communities, and discover Burundi’s unique landscapes, from tea plantations to the source of the Nile.

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Route

Burundi
Start Bujumbura (Day 1)
Day 2 Rusizi NP
Day 3 Kibira NP
Day 4 Teza Tea Factory (Highlight)
Day 5 Gishora (Cultural Village)
Day 6 Kayanza (City)
Day 7 Kirundo (City)
Day 8 Ruvubu NP
Day 9 Rutana (Town)
Day 10 Karera Waterfalls (Highlight)
Day 11 Rumonge (Town)
End Bujumbura (Bujumbura) (Day 12)

Tour Features

Budget tour

This budget tour uses hotels.

Private tour

This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.

Can start any day

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Can be customized

You can request changes to this tour.

Suitable for solo travelers

Solo travelers can book this private tour.

12

Minimum age of 12 years

The minimum age for this tour is 12 years.

Activities & Transportation

  • Activities: game drives, walking safaris (with an armed guide), nature hikes/walks & boat trip
  • Game drives: normal 4x4 vehicle
  • Getting around: normal 4x4 vehicle
  • This operator can help select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself help
  • A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Accommodation & Meals

  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
  • Day
    Accommodation
    Meals
  • 1-2
    Hotel Club du Lac Tanganyika Mid-range hotel in Bujumbura (City) – Day 1: Dinner Included – Day 2: All Meals Included
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    Day 1: Dinner Included
    Day 2: All Meals Included
  • 3
    Safari Gate Hotel Mid-range hotel in Bujumbura (City) – All Meals Included
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    All Meals Included
  • 4
    Tropitel Hotel Mid-range hotel in Gitega (City) – All Meals Included
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    All Meals Included
  • 5
    Hôtel Le Paradis Mid-range hotel in Kayanza (City) – All Meals Included
    All Meals Included
  • 6
    Belan Hotel Mid-range hotel in Ngozi (Town) – All Meals Included
    All Meals Included
  • 7
    Rama Hôtel Kirundo Budget hotel in Kirundo (City) – All Meals Included
    All Meals Included
  • 8
    Hotel Restaurant Agahimbare Budget hotel 1-2hr drive from Ruvubu NP – All Meals Included
    All Meals Included
  • 9-10
    Le Perroquet de Mwishanga Hotel Budget hotel in Shanga (Town) – All Meals Included
    All Meals Included
  • 11
    Niyibituronsa Hotel Mid-range hotel in Rumonge (Town) – All Meals Included
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    All Meals Included
  • 12
    End of tour
    (No accommodation) – Breakfast & Lunch Included
    Breakfast & Lunch Included

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Disclaimer

  • This tour is offered by Empirical Tour and Travel, not SafariBookings.
  • This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
  • If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
  • If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.