Arrival in Bujumbura

Rusizi National Park - Upon arrival in Bujumbura, guests will be picked up and transferred to their accommodation at Safari Gate. Depending on the time of arrival, a city tour may be arranged.

Rusizi National Park - Located next to the Rusizi River, Rusizi National Park is a protected area in Burundi, situated 15 km north of Bujumbura. It is home to wildlife such as hippopotamuses and sitatungas. The park is also known for Gustave, a Nile crocodile, rumored to have claimed 300 lives.

Bujumbura - Part of the Rift Valley lake system, Lake Tanganyika is the world’s longest freshwater lake, stretching 420 miles and spanning Burundi, Tanzania, Zambia, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Numerous rivers, including the Rusizi, flow into the lake, which then drains into the Lukuga, part of the Congo Basin. The lake hosts around 400 fish species, including many unique cichlids. It was first ‘discovered’ by explorers Burton and Speke in 1858 during their quest for the Nile’s source and was a site of naval battles between British and German forces during World War I.

Karera Waterfalls-Source Of Nile-Gishora Drum Sanctuary

Karera Waterfalls - After breakfast at 7:00 A.M, guests will be transferred to Rutana to witness the stunning Karera waterfalls and the Nile’s source in Rutovu. The itinerary includes a visit to the Gitega National Museum, showcasing Burundi’s artifacts and antiquities, and the Gishora Drum Sanctuary before returning to Bujumbura for an overnight stay.

Karera Waterfalls - Known as the chutes de la Karera, these waterfalls in Rutana, Burundi, consist of four distinct falls. The most picturesque of the four is the first one encountered upon arrival, where parking is available. Upstream lies Nyakai II, the smallest of the falls, ideal for a refreshing shower. This watercourse connects with Mwaro Falls before forming the tallest waterfall in the area, Karera Falls, which stands approximately 70 meters tall and is one of Burundi’s most breathtaking natural attractions.

Bujumbura City Tour

Livingstone-Stanley Monument - Enjoy a day exploring Burundi’s cultural and historical sites. After breakfast, guests will be picked up from the hotel for a city tour of Bujumbura, including: • A visit to Rusizi National Park, where a boat trip offers close encounters with hippos and birds on the Rusizi River; • The Islam Culture Centre; • The Explorers Memorial, a significant rock in Bujumbura’s suburbs marking the meeting of explorers Livingstone & Stanley; • The Independence Hero Mausoleum & Unity Monument; • Belvedere Hill, providing a stunning view of Lake Tanganyika and the city; • Relaxation at the beach; • Transfer back to the hotel or airport drop-off.

Livingstone-Stanley Monument - The Livingstone–Stanley Monument at Mugere commemorates the site where explorer and missionary Dr. David Livingstone and journalist and explorer Henry Morton Stanley stayed for two nights from November 25–27, 1871, in Burundi.

• Hotel/port pickup
• Transport by private vehicle
• Private tour
• 2 nights accommodation
• Breakfast
• Lunch

• Drinks
• Gratuities

• Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants

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