3 Day Burundi Nile Source Gitega Rusizi Park

3 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 2 more

Discover the best of Burundi in 3 days! This tour combines wildlife, culture, and history for an unforgettable experience.
Start with Rusizi National Park to see hippos, crocodiles, and birds, with an optional boat ride.
Explore the Source of the Nile at Rutovu and visit the iconic Pyramid Monument.
Immerse in Gitega’s cultural heritage: National Museum and Royal Drummers at Gishora Sanctuary.
Enjoy scenic landscapes, authentic villages, and professional guides in French and English. Logistics, entrance fees, and lunches included so you can focus on the experience.
Whether you love nature, history, or culture, this tour offers adventure, learning, and relaxation a must-do in Burundi.

What's Included

Lunch (Optional[3])
Lunch
local guide, transportation during the tour Lunch, Entrance fees, Accommodation in Gitega,water

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Our guide will pick you up from your hotel in Bujumbura. Please be ready at the hotel lobby 5 minutes before the scheduled pickup. If you prefer, you can meet us at our office of Visa Travel and Tours, Bujumbura. Look for a guide holding a sign with “Visa Travel and Tours”

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Meeting point

Travelers can be picked up from their hotel in Bujumbura. Alternatively, meet us at our office: Visa Travel and Tours, or at Place de l’Indépendance, Bujumbura city center. Look for a guide holding a “Visa Travel and Tours"

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Bujumbura – Wildlife & City Discovery

    4 stops
  • 1
    Rusizi National Park

    Explore Rusizi National Park, home to hippos, crocodiles and diverse birdlife. Optional boat ride available depending on water levels.

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 2

    Lake Tanganyika Enjoy lunch and relaxation by the shores of Lake Tanganyika, one of the largest and deepest lakes in the world.

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Livingstone-Stanley Monument

    Visit the historic monument marking the meeting of explorers Livingstone and Stanley

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 4

    Discover key areas of Bujumbura including local markets and main landmarks

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 2

    Tora Tea Plantation & Source of the Nile – Transfer to Gitega

    3 stops
  • 5

    Tora Tea Plantation Walk through scenic tea plantations and discover traditional agricultural life

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Visit the Nile Pyramid Monument, Source of the Nile and learn about the geographical and historical importance of this iconic site.

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • 7

    Enjoy panoramic views and traditional rural villages.

  • Day 3

    Gitega Cultural Heritage & Return to Bujumbura

    3 stops
  • 8
    National Museum of Gitega

    Discover Burundi’s royal history, traditional artifacts and cultural heritage.

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 9
    Gishora Drum Sanctuary

    Experience the sacred Royal Drums and traditional performance while learning about Burundi’s monarchy.

    3 hours Admission ticket included
  • 10

    Relax and enjoy scenic landscapes before returning to Bujumbura.

    2 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Visa Travel and Tours

Tags

Multi-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
4WD Tours
Car Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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