Duration
5-Day
Overview
The 5-Day Burundi tour itinerary takes you to explore and experience nature & culture, the Source of the Nile, Karera Waterfalls, Gishora sanctuary, Kibira National Park, Inangurire Caves, Teza tea plantations, and Bujumbura City Tour. The tour is perfect for small-group travelers seeking a customized travel experience in Burundi.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Bujumbura (Day 1-2) to Bujumbura (City) (Day 4-5)
Via Gitega (City)
Country & park
Burundi
Style
Mid-range safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
17 years
Activities
boat trip
Accommodation
Botanika Hotel - Mid-range hotel in Bujumbura (City) – All Meals Included
Meals
All Meals Included; Breakfast Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
$2,420 USD
$1,760 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027
$2,420 USD
$1,760 USD
Before booking
Important To Know
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 17 years and older.
Quote flow
Request Guidance
We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators ()
Requests are sent directly to the tour operator
If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly
Route
country
Burundi
Start
Bujumbura (Day 1-2)
Day 3
Gitega (City)
End
Bujumbura (City) (Day 4-5)
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range 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.
17
Minimum age of 17 years
The minimum age for this tour is 17 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: boat trip
Getting around: normal 4x4 vehicle
Book your own international flights when using this operator
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1-2
Botanika Hotel
Mid-range hotel in Bujumbura (City) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 3
Isango Hotel
Mid-range hotel in Gitega (City) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 4
Botanika Hotel
Mid-range hotel in Bujumbura (City) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 5
End of tour
(No accommodation)
Breakfast Included
Day By Day
Tour step
Arrival
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Arrival Bujumbura
Meet and greet at Bujumbura Airport, pick up from the airport, and check in at Hotel. Burundi is a small, landlocked country in east-central Africa, offers a variety of tours that showcase its natural beauty, cultural heritage, and vibrant people. Burundi, country in east-central Africa, south of the Equator. Mid-range hotel located in Bujumbura (City) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Bujumbura (City) Stay: Botanika Hotel Mid-range hotel located in Bujumbura (City) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
Bujumbura City Tour
After breakfast, we start our tour in Bujumbura, we visit Rusizi national park where a possible boat tour will let you explore closer the hippo, numerous birds, and the joining point between Rusizi River and Lake Tanganyika; Belvedere Climb offering a nice view of Bujumbura city, Independence hero monument. After we visit Musee Vivant, the Snake & Culture Museum, and After we visit explorers Memorial, a huge rock in the Suburbs of Bujumbura commemorating the meeting between explorers Stanley and Livingstone. Mid-range hotel located in Bujumbura (City) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Bujumbura (City) Stay: Botanika Hotel Mid-range hotel located in Bujumbura (City) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
Karera falls, source du Nile and Gishora Drum sancuary
After early breakfast, we take the direction to the Source of Nile, and then Karera waterfalls. On our route, magnificent tea plantations and landscapes will make you carry your camera ready for pictures. After Karera waterfalls, drive to Gitega, the second town and colonial capital of Burundi. Visit of Gitega National Museum with its collection of artifacts, Gitega city tour. Later, visit the Gishora Drum Sanctuary where you will have a drummer’s show. Mid-range hotel located in Gitega (City) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Gitega (City) Stay: Isango Hotel Mid-range hotel located in Gitega (City) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
Inangurire cave and Teza Teza tea plantation
After breakfast, pick up at the hotel and transfer to Kibira National Park to visit the “Grottes Inangurire”. Located near the summit of Mount Teza, the 2 caves are around 20m apart and one below the other. Continue the visit at Teza tea plantations. The magnificent landscapes will make you carry your camera ready for pictures. Return to Bujumbura and drop off at your Hotel. Mid-range hotel located in Bujumbura (City) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Bujumbura (City) Stay: Botanika Hotel Mid-range hotel located in Bujumbura (City) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5
Departure
This will mark the end of your tour in Burundi. If you still have time in Burundi please let us know if you still want to see more or doing more activities in the country. Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Bujumbura (City) Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Tour step
End of tour
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Included
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinking water (On all days)
Excluded
International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Getting There
This tour starts and ends in Bujumbura
Book your own international flights when using this operator
Fly to/from Bujumbura Airport (BJM - Check price)
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Offered by
Henry Tours and Safaris
4.8 operator rating
12 reviews
Henry Tours And Safaris is a travel company based in Uganda. We offer services such as Gorilla and chimpanzee tracking,airport transfers,hotel booking,tours and safaris,Agri tours,mountain hiking,car hire,coffee tours,East Africa Tours,camping tents hire,white water rafting.We partners with a variety of accommodation facilities countrywide at all levels depending on our clients’ budget, our wide range of hotel partners include; bed space, tented camps, homestays, lodges, cottages, hotel.
Office In
Uganda
Size
20-50 employees (Founded in 2018)
Member Of
UTB, UWA & YUTO
Tour Types
Customizable private tours and fixed group tours
Destinations
Burundi, Congo (DRC), Ethiopia, Kenya, Malawi, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda
Traveler feedback
Reviews
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5Best company in Uganda
I booked Henry tours last year but every thing was well prepared. Knowledge guides They even allowed us to sit on the roof to see animals in Murchison falls falls
Muniafu Musa · Uganda
that man is cool 😍
I used Henry Tours and safaris in January but every thing was perfect. They arranged my trip from A up to Z . Everything thing perfect. I recommend them to any one visiting Uganda .
abutic sababa · Tanzania
Good Services
Trust company to use. I don't regret to choose Henry Tours. It was great and I enjoyed my vacation. I recommend any one to use this company.
Timothy Chemonges · Uganda
Best tour I had in my Lifetime.
Tour I have been with Hnery was amazing. Everything was on time and very safe. When I want to see more I could see without extra price. Henry is more than common tour guide, he is like good friend who want to show you his country.
Mateusz · Poland
Practical answers
Tour FAQs
Are rates charged per person?
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Which currency is this tour priced in?
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
Can children join this tour?
This tour accepts children who are 17 years and older.
Can this tour start on my preferred date?
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can the itinerary be customized?
You can request changes to this tour.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Botanika Hotel - Mid-range hotel in Bujumbura (City) – All Meals Included. Meals: All Meals Included
Where does this tour start and end?
This tour starts and ends in Bujumbura
Are airport transfers included?
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Operator policy
Terms and Conditions
Disclaimer
This tour is offered by Henry Tours and Safaris , 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.
This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Henry Tours and Safaris .
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