Duration
6-Day
Accra, Burundi
6-Day Burundi Cultural and Nature Safari
Overview
This safari experience will help you discover the hidden gems of Burundi, like Teza Teza tea plantation, Batwa people, Kibira national Park, Gishora drum sanctuary, Karera falls, Gitega Museum and many more activities. Burundi is famously known for its rich cultural heritage, particularly the internationally renowned Royal Drummers of Burundi (Abatimbo) and traditional dancing. Located in the African Great Lakes region.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Bujumbura to Bujumbura (City) (Day 5-6)
Via Teza Tea Factory, Gitega (City), Rutana (Town)
Country & park
Burundi
Style
Safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
5 years
Activities
nature hikes/walks
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
$2,310 USD
$2,090 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027
$2,310 USD
$2,090 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 5 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)
Day 2
Teza Tea Factory (Highlight)
Day 3
Gitega (City)
Day 4
Rutana (Town)
End
Bujumbura (City) (Day 5-6)
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.
5
Minimum age of 5 years
The minimum age for this tour is 5 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: nature hikes/walks
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
Botanika Hotel
Mid-range hotel in Bujumbura (City) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 2
Teza Mount Hotel Mid-range hotel in Mpehe (Town) – All Meals Included
Mid-range hotel in Mpehe (Town) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 3
Grace Conference Center Hotel Budget hotel in Gitega (City) – All Meals Included
Budget hotel in Gitega (City) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 4
Le Perroquet de Mwishanga Hotel Budget hotel in Shanga (Town) – All Meals Included
Budget hotel in Shanga (Town) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 5
Botanika Hotel
Mid-range hotel in Bujumbura (City) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 6
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
Transfer from the Airport
Arrival at Melchior Ndadaye International Airport. Depending on your arrival time, our company representative will welcome you and transfer you at the hotel relax and begin a city tour of Bujumbura including monuments, historical sites, local markets, and a visit to the Living Museum of Bujumbura. Overnight at Hotel Botanika. 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
Batwa people, kibira NP and Teza Teza Tea
Drive to Kibira National Park for a forest experience and scenic views. Continue to the Teza Tea Plantations and visit the Batwa community for a cultural encounter, The Batwa are an indigenous, traditionally hunter-gatherer minority in Burundi, comprising roughly 1% of the population. Formerly forest dwellers, they were displaced from their ancestral lands due to conservation policies, forcing them into extreme poverty, with many now working as unskilled laborers or surviving through pottery and begging. Overnight in Muramvya (Bugarama) at Teza Mount Hotel. Mid-range hotel located in Mpehe (Town) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Teza Tea Factory (Highlight) Stay: Teza Mount Hotel Mid-range hotel located in Mpehe (Town) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
Gitega cultural tour
Drive to Gitega. Visit the National Museum of Gitega, meet local communities, learn how traditional banana beer is made, taste local food, and visit the Gishora Drum Sanctuary. The Gishora Drum Sanctuary and National Museum of Gitega are premier cultural sites near Burundi's capital, offering a deep dive into the nation's royal heritage. Gishora features traditional, high-energy, UNESCO-recognized drumming, while the Gitega Museum showcases historical artifacts, photographs, and, traditional instruments like the inanga. Overnight at Grace conference Center hotel. Budget hotel located in Gitega (City) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Gitega (City) Stay: Grace Conference Center Hotel Budget hotel located in Gitega (City) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
Karera water falls, Pyramid and source of the Nile
Excursion to the Karera Waterfalls followed by a visit to the Source of the Nile (Burundi). The day includes nature walks, photography, and cultural explanation. Overnight in Gitega or nearby, Gitega known as the former royal seat of the Kingdom of Burundi, it is famous for the Gishora Drum Sanctuary, the National Museum of Gitega, and its, central location surrounded by, rolling hills. Budget hotel located in Shanga (Town) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Rutana (Town) Stay: Le Perroquet de Mwishanga Hotel Budget hotel located in Shanga (Town) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5
Back to Bujumbura for a night life experience
Drive back to Bujumbura. Enjoy a relaxed afternoon by the lake followed by an evening exploring restaurants and nightlife. Overnight at Hotel Botanika, Nightlife in Burundi, specifically in the capital city of Bujumbura, is known for being surprisingly lively, relaxed, and intense, particularly from Thursday to Sunday. The scene centers on lakefront bars, live music, and popular nightclubs like Arena, Toxic, and Cristal, with music ranging from Rumba to Afrofusion. 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 6
End of the trip
Morning boat tour on Lake Tanganyika with hippo and crocodile viewing, followed by relaxation. Transfer to the airport for departure. 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 5 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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