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Lake Tanganyika Private Morning Boat Experience

Make the lake the main event rather than a brief stop between road excursions.

Duration1 dayLocationBujumburaDeparture08:30

Your tour price

USD $370.00 per person · 1 traveller

Private tour · Published party prices · Direct booking and payment

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Travellers	Per person	Group total
1	USD $370.00	USD $370.00
2	USD $295.00	USD $590.00
3	USD $255.00	USD $765.00
4	USD $255.00	USD $1,020.00
5	USD $225.00	USD $1,125.00
6	USD $225.00	USD $1,350.00
7	USD $225.00	USD $1,575.00
8	USD $225.00	USD $1,800.00

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USD price per person for the complete 1-day programme. The displayed base price is for one traveller booking alone. Rates for 2, 3–4 and 5–8 travellers apply to one private party travelling together on the same dates and itinerary. The calculator shows the exact party total before payment. Listed transport, guiding, activity fees and programme meals are included. Airport arrival and departure transfers are included at no extra charge. Changes outside the published programme require your agreement to a separate quotation. Payment-provider fees are separate and shown before payment.

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Pay the full amount online, or choose a 50% deposit when departure is more than 14 days away. The remaining balance is due 14 days before the start date. Bookings made within 14 days of departure require full payment. The secure payment page shows the booking currency and exact amount to copy before opening WeTravel. A receipt upload is evidence for review; payment is recorded as verified after our team checks it.

Cancellation and refunds

If you cancel at least 7 days before departure, the amount paid is refunded in full. With at least 48 hours but less than 7 days’ notice, 50% of the amount paid is refunded. With less than 48 hours’ notice, or for a no-show, no refund is due. Any retained amount is reduced where we recover costs or resell the cancelled booking. One date change may be requested at least 7 days before departure; any difference in price must be agreed. If M Travel cancels, choose an alternative date or a full refund. If a listed service cannot be provided, we offer an agreed alternative or refund the unprovided portion. Eligible refunds are initiated within 7 business days, normally to the original payment method; banks and payment providers may take longer. Send cancellation requests by email or WhatsApp with your booking reference. These terms do not limit applicable consumer rights.

Weather and changes

The guide may change the order of visits for weather, road conditions or site access while preserving the agreed programme where possible. Any material replacement is discussed with you. If an included service cannot be provided and you do not accept the alternative, the unprovided portion is refunded under the package terms. The crew determines whether lake conditions are suitable; a boat excursion may be delayed, shortened or replaced by agreement. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed.

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Highlights

Private Lake Tanganyika engine-boat excursion
Lake Tanganyika shore time

About this tour

Make the lake the main event rather than a brief stop between road excursions. This private morning outing includes hotel transfers, a crewed engine boat and an unhurried lakeside lunch after the cruise. Watch for birds and hippos while enjoying a wider view of the shoreline. The boat follows conditions on the day, keeping the experience flexible and comfortable.

Your private journey

This 1-day programme begins in Bujumbura. Private departure for your own party; the guide and vehicle are not shared with unrelated guests.

The itinerary below sets out every included day and overnight stop. Review the meals, room basis and activity level before booking, then select your date and party size to calculate the total.

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Itinerary

Day 1 — Private Lake Tanganyika engine-boat excursion and Lake Tanganyika shore time
Private pickup in Bujumbura. Board a private engine boat for a morning excursion on Lake Tanganyika. Allow roughly two to three hours on the water, shaped by conditions, watching the shoreline and looking for birds and hippos from a responsible distance. Crew and correctly fitting life jackets are included. Sightings are never guaranteed. Spend time beside Lake Tanganyika with short guided shoreline walks and a relaxed lakeside pause. The emphasis is on the changing light, views and everyday activity along the water. This is a shore visit; swimming, water sports and a boat trip are not included unless separately listed. Finish with drop-off in Bujumbura.

Included

Private road transport for the published itinerary, including fuel and driver.
Private English- or French-speaking guide; local site guides where required.
Admission and arranged activity fees for every visit listed in the itinerary.
One lunch and bottled drinking water. Tell us about dietary requirements before travel. Alcohol, extra drinks and additional menu orders are not included.
One private Lake Tanganyika engine-boat excursion with crew and life jackets.
Private airport arrival and departure transfers for your party are included in the package price.

Not included

International or domestic flights and visas.
Travel, medical and cancellation insurance.
Alcohol, extra drinks, shopping, tips and personal expenses.
Activities not expressly listed, including swimming, water sports and commercial filming permissions.
Payment-provider charges, if any, shown by the provider before payment.
Accommodation before or after the day tour.

Practical information

Meeting point: Your hotel reception in Bujumbura.
Pickup and drop-off: Pickup and drop-off at your hotel in Bujumbura town are included. Transfers from other towns are not included. Send the hotel name and a reachable WhatsApp number with your booking. Your airport arrival and departure transfers are included. Send both flight numbers, dates and hotel so we can schedule the transfers around your flights.
Departure arrangements: All stated clock times are local Burundi time. Plan to be ready at the agreed pickup point. The guide may adjust the order of visits to suit conditions.
Transport: Private road vehicle matched to your group and route, with driver and fuel included. The listed Lake Tanganyika excursion uses a private engine boat with crew and life jackets.
Accommodation: No overnight accommodation is included or required for this day tour.
Meals and drinks: One lunch and bottled drinking water. Tell us about dietary requirements before travel. Alcohol, extra drinks and additional menu orders are not included.
Guide languages: English or French. Tell us your preference when booking; another language requires prior written agreement.
Activity level: Easy to moderate: short guided walks, standing at sites and vehicle transfers. Longer routes include substantial road travel.
Accessibility and suitability: Routes may include steps, uneven paths and places without step-free access. Describe practical mobility or assistance needs before booking so we can assess the actual route, vehicle and boarding arrangements. This itinerary is not advertised as wheelchair accessible. A tailored alternative can be quoted where the published route is unsuitable.
Children and age requirements: Children are welcome with a parent or responsible adult aged 18 or over. The published per-person rate applies equally to adults and children; there is no automatic child discount. Include each child’s age in Special requests. Parents supervise children throughout; discuss mobility, noise sensitivity and equipment needs with the team before travel. Boat passengers must wear a correctly fitting life jacket; tell us the children’s ages and sizes so appropriate equipment can be arranged.
Booking notice: Book online for your chosen date and send pickup details promptly. For your included airport transfers, supply both flight numbers, dates and hotel before travel.
What to bring: Comfortable closed footwear with grip; hiking shoes for forest and hill routes.
Light layers, sun protection and a rain jacket.
A small day bag, personal medication and a refillable water bottle.
Camera or binoculars for nature visits; keep valuables protected from rain and splashes.
Identification needed for your own travel arrangements.

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Price conditions

Payment and balance

Cancellation and refunds

Weather and changes

Your questions

Is this a private departure?

Yes. The published programme is arranged for your own party of 1–8 travellers, with private road transport and guiding.

What does the displayed price mean?

The base price is USD 370 for one traveller. Select your party size to apply the published per-person group rate and see the exact total.

Where does this tour start?

Your hotel reception in Bujumbura.

Is accommodation included?

No overnight accommodation is included or required for this day tour.

How do I pay?

Can I change the route?

Yes, a different route can be quoted separately. The online booking price applies to the published itinerary; describe requested changes before purchasing.

Are wildlife sightings guaranteed?

No. Where nature or boat visits are included, routes depend on conditions and sightings depend on wildlife behaviour.

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