2 Days
Bujumbura, Burundi
2-Day Burundi City and Culture
This the itinerary balances urban discovery with deep cultural immersion, introducing to Burundi’s history.
3-Day Kibira Forest National Park
3 Days - 2 Nights | Volcanoes National Park
Overview
Kibira National Park, tucked into the rugged highlands of northwestern Burundi, is one of Central Africa’s last remaining montane rainforest strongholds, forming a vital ecological link with Rwanda’s Nyungwe Forest. Renowned for its dense canopy, misty ridges, and rich biodiversity, Kibira shelters chimpanzees, colobus monkeys, duikers, and over 200 bird species. This 3-day safari combines forest trekking, primate encounters, and cultural immersion in Bujumbura, offering travelers a rare, off-the-beaten-path experience into one of Africa’s least-visited wilderness areas, paired with comfortable city-based accommodation each night.
Itinerary
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Day 1: City Pickup and Transfer to Kibira National Park
Your safari begins with pickup from your hotel or Bujumbura International Airport, where your guide welcomes you and provides an overview of the days ahead. You’ll then transfer through scenic tea-plantation landscapes toward Kibira National Park’s edge, stopping for photos and cultural insights along the way. Upon arrival near the park boundary, settle into your lodge, enjoy lunch, and take a short orientation walk into the forest fringe.
- Meal Plan: Half Board
- Accommodation: Club du Lac Tanganyika or Source du Nil Hotel
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Day 2: Chimpanzee Trekking Day
Rise early for a full-day exploration of Kibira’s dense rainforest, tracking chimpanzees and colobus monkeys through mist-covered trails alongside experienced local guides. The day includes birdwatching, waterfall visits, and learning about medicinal plants used by nearby communities. A picnic lunch is enjoyed within the forest, surrounded by towering hardwoods and echoing wildlife calls. In the afternoon, continue trekking or relax at camp, absorbing Kibira’s tranquil atmosphere. Return to your accommodation for dinner and rest
- Meal Plan: Full Board
- Accommodation: Same as Day 1
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Day 3: City Tour and Departure
After breakfast, depart Kibira and transfer back to Bujumbura for a relaxed city tour, visiting the lively central market, Lake Tanganyika’s shoreline, and key historical landmarks reflecting Burundi’s culture and colonial past. Enjoy a farewell lunch at a lakeside restaurant with views over the water. Depending on flight schedules, there may be time for souvenir shopping before your final transfer to the airport. Your guide ensures a smooth departure, concluding a memorable journey through Burundi’s forests and capital, blending nature, culture, and comfortable hospitality throughout.
- Meal Plan: Half Board
- Accommodation: None
Included/Excluded
Cost Includes
Transportation (Car, Guide & Fuel)
Meals and Accommodation
Chimpanzee Trekking Permit
Bottled Drinking Water
Government Taxes
Cost Excludes
Sorvenirs
Insurance
Tips and porter services
International Flights
Drinks other than Water
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