What to do and see in Bujumbura, Bujumbura Mairie Province: The Best Sightseeing Tours

March 11, 2022 Misti Hsu

Bujumbura (/ˌbuːdʒəmˈbʊərə/; French pronunciation: ​[byʒœ̃byʁa]), formerly Usumbura, is the capital, largest city, and main port of Burundi. It ships most of the country's chief export, coffee, as well as cotton and tin ore. It is on the north-eastern shore of Lake Tanganyika, the second deepest lake in the world after Lake Baikal.
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1. Bujumbura City Tour

Bujumbura, Burundi Augustine Tours Ltd
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A day tour in Burundi Cultural and Historical. After breakfast, pick up at the hotel and go for a city tour in Bujumbura including: • Visiting Rusizi National Park where a boat trip is possible to let you explore closer the hippos and birds in Rusizi River; • Albert’s crocodiles; • Islam Culture Centre; • Visit of ARFIC, the coffee processing factory in Bujumbura. Coffee and tea are the main export products and source of income for Burundi. During your visit, you will go through the coffee processing steps until the final product. A cup of coffee will be offered on the spot and you can buy coffee right from there. • The Explorers Memorial, a huge rock in the Suburbs of Bujumbura commemorating the meeting between explorers Livingstone & Stanley; • Independence hero mausoleum & Unity monument • Belvedere Hill offering a nice of Lake Tanganyika and the city. • Enjoy a Tuk-Tuk tour on the shores of Lake Tanganyika • Relax at the beach • Transfer back to the hotel/ airport drop off

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By Frankfurt-Westend

Augustine Tours ensured every single detail of my trip in East Africa (Rwanda, Uganda, DRC and Burundi) was carefully (and wisely) organized. Based on their experience, they can guide you to customize one of their basic itineraries to focus on your own priorities. They always engage into an efficient communication as well. I am totally satisfied with Augustine and his team. My local guides were Eugene and Hypolite: outstanding performance from both of them! I highly recommend Augustine Tours.

2. Private Tour of Bujumbura, Burundi

Discover Africa

Explore the life and vibe of the most unique country in East Africa, Burundi. The beauty of landscape and warmth of people invites you to explore the impossible that makes possible. Bujumbura is waiting for you

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Snacks

3. Private Tour of Burundi

Discover Africa

4 Day Private Tour in Burundi from Bujumbura. Mid size hotel, pick up from the airport, and transportation included.Bujumbura City Tour, Kibira National Park, Source of Nile, Karera waterfalls, Tea Plantation and Gitega city overnight.

Inclusions: 4 nights accommodation, All taxes, fees and handling charges, National Park fees, Bottled water, All activities, Driver/guide, Local guide, Hotel pickup, Hotel drop-off, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Meals

4. 5 Day Burundi Green Tour-Nature & Culture

Augustine Tours Ltd

5 Day Burundi green tour – nature & culture to Mount Heha, Source of Nile, Kiganda royal grounds, Gishora sanctuary, Inangurire Caves, Teza tea plantations.

Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch

Exclusions: tips, visa

Reviewed By Frankfurt-Westend

Augustine Tours ensured every single detail of my trip in East Africa (Rwanda, Uganda, DRC and Burundi) was carefully (and wisely) organized. Based on their experience, they can guide you to customize one of their basic itineraries to focus on your own priorities. They always engage into an efficient communication as well. I am totally satisfied with Augustine and his team. My local guides were Eugene and Hypolite: outstanding performance from both of them! I highly recommend Augustine Tours.

5. Burundi day trip to Gishora drum sanctuary

Augustine Tours Ltd

Led by local guides, these transfers are suitable for ​​any travelers who need to see Burundi privately. In this country, the value of music has proven to be significant to the culture. And, one of the most celebrated cultures is the playing of historical drums. The drums were much more than simple musical instruments. During the royal times, the drums were announcing major events for the king. Those are like a royal coronation, funeral, and weddings. Locals play the drums at major events, particularly during national and international events. They still respect drums just as their ancestors did. Welcoming everyone with warm smiles is the way of life here in Burundi.

Inclusions: Parking Fees

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By Frankfurt-Westend

Augustine Tours ensured every single detail of my trip in East Africa (Rwanda, Uganda, DRC and Burundi) was carefully (and wisely) organized. Based on their experience, they can guide you to customize one of their basic itineraries to focus on your own priorities. They always engage into an efficient communication as well. I am totally satisfied with Augustine and his team. My local guides were Eugene and Hypolite: outstanding performance from both of them! I highly recommend Augustine Tours.

6. Short Wildlife and Nature Safari in Rumonge

Regina Mundi Cathedral, Bujumbura, Burundi Fun Top Fun Burundi

Get ready to feel spellbound with the charming atmosphere in the naturally endowed sceneries of Rumonge with its mix of nature. Together with the professional local guide, you will visit Burundi’s few but unique beaches. What is the story of the beautiful reserves found around this town? Have you heard about Blue Bay Beach? What makes them so beautiful? You will hear the story behind the beautiful natural reserves You will visit Muhweza Hotsprings, Kigwena Natural Forest, Vyanda Natural reserve and Kagongo beach. Fill your heart with the joy and experience the magic of this Western Rumonge city. *Enjoy sightseeing on the road trip between Bujumbura and Rumonge *After hours of bird watching, sightseeing beautiful and dense ecology, a little hiking and photography Blue Bay Beach will offer the ultimate swimming and relaxing experience. *Excellent bird and nature photography

Inclusions: Professional guide , Transport

Exclusions: Water sports eg. diving and snorkelling

7. Bujumbura City Tour (Half Day)

Regina Mundi Cathedral, Bujumbura, Burundi Fun Top Fun Burundi

Bujumbura city holds the potential for great photography. Fill your heart with the joy and experience of adventure-filled Bujumbura. Together with your professional local guide, you will visit Bujumbura’s jewels. Cycle around the lakes engulfing the city and around Mt. Heha. Which are the main sights to see in Bujumbura? What does Burundi offer to the world? You will enjoy your view on the magical waters between Lake Tanganyika and Saga Beach. You will visit Kibira National Park and Rusizi National Park. Get ready for the first time visiting Bujumbura city must-see places! *You will be provided with bicycles to cycle around the Lakes Get a chance to cycle around Mount Heha, you can choose to picnic here for 30 mins *At Rusizi National Park, hippos will come out to sun bathe with you at the shores of Lake Tanganyika Take a boat ride around Lake Tanganyika at Rusizi National *Try a canopy walk at Kibira National and get to see the magical tea plantations within the forest park.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Private transportation

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