Lake Tanganyika • Gishora Drums • Karera Waterfalls • Nyakazu Faults • Kibira National Park • Teza Tea Plantation
Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
Start & End: Melchior Ndadaye International Airport, Bujumbura
Tour Type: Private Burundi cultural, nature, food, and lake experience
Operated by: M Travel and Tours Burundi
The Burundi 5 Days Beauty Package is designed for travelers who want to discover the true beauty of Burundi in a short but rich experience. This tour combines Lake Tanganyika, local food, the famous Gishora royal drums, village life, green landscapes, waterfalls, tea plantations, forest scenery, and warm Burundian hospitality.
From the moment guests arrive at Melchior Ndadaye International Airport, M Travel and Tours Burundi takes care of the full experience: airport pick-up, hotel transfers, private transport, guiding, meals, activities, and beautiful local moments that make Burundi unforgettable.
Package Prices
| Number of Travelers | Total Package Price |
|---|---|
| 1 pax | USD 2,500 |
| 2 pax | USD 3,200 total |
| 3 to 5 pax | USD 4,300 total |
| 6 to 9 pax | USD 8,700 total |
Note: Prices are based on private service, including transport, guide, driver, activities, selected meals, accommodation, and the experiences mentioned in the itinerary.
Day 1: Arrival in Bujumbura – Lake Tanganyika View, Nyama Choma & Boat Experience
Upon arrival at Melchior Ndadaye International Airport, your M Travel and Tours Burundi driver-guide will welcome you and assist with your luggage.
You will be transferred to your hotel in Bujumbura, where you will check in, view your rooms, and take some time to relax after your journey.
Later, your guide will pick you up again for your first Burundi experience. You will enjoy a beautiful Lake Tanganyika view and taste nyama choma, a local grilled meat experience loved by many Burundians.
After this, you will board the M Travel boat for a relaxing boat experience on Lake Tanganyika. From the lake, you will enjoy a different view of Bujumbura city, the shoreline, the water, and the peaceful atmosphere of one of Africa’s most beautiful lakes.
In the evening, enjoy dinner and overnight at your hotel in Bujumbura.
Highlights of the Day
- Airport pick-up by M Travel and Tours Burundi
- Hotel check-in and room viewing
- Lake Tanganyika view
- Nyama choma tasting
- M Travel boat experience
- Bujumbura city view from Lake Tanganyika
- Dinner in Bujumbura
Meal Plan: Dinner
Overnight: Hotel in Bujumbura
Day 2: Bujumbura to Gitega – Landscapes, Local Life, Bugarama Meat & Gishora Drums
After breakfast at the hotel, you will begin your journey from Bujumbura to Gitega, the cultural heart of Burundi.
On the way, you will enjoy beautiful views of Burundi’s green mountains, valleys, countryside landscapes, and local life along the road. This is one of the best ways to feel the natural beauty of Burundi and see how people live outside the city.
During the journey, there will be time to interact with locals and taste Bugarama local meat, a simple and authentic food experience that gives guests a real connection to Burundi.
Upon arrival in Gitega, you will have lunch before visiting the famous Gishora Drum Sanctuary. At Gishora, guests will learn about the history of Burundi’s royal drums, their cultural meaning, and their importance in Burundian tradition.
You will then attend a powerful traditional drum performance prepared for visitors. The performance is full of energy, rhythm, smiles, and pride. It is one of the strongest cultural experiences in Burundi.
After the drum experience, you will taste Urwarwa, the local homemade banana beer, and learn how it is made from the beginning. This experience allows guests to understand an important part of local Burundian life and tradition.
Later, you will transfer to your hotel in Gitega for dinner and overnight.
Highlights of the Day
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Scenic drive to Gitega
- Views of Burundi’s green landscapes
- Interaction with locals
- Bugarama local meat tasting
- Lunch in Gitega
- Visit to Gishora Drum Sanctuary
- Traditional royal drum performance
- Urwarwa tasting
- Learn how local banana beer is made
- Dinner at the hotel
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight: Hotel in Gitega
Day 3: Nyakazu Faults – Karera Waterfalls – Mwishanga Fire Night Experience
After breakfast at the hotel, you will continue your journey toward the southern part of Burundi for a day full of nature, landscapes, and hidden beauty.
You will visit the impressive Nyakazu Faults, one of Burundi’s most dramatic natural sites. The area offers beautiful views and a strong feeling of adventure, with landscapes that show a different side of Burundi.
After Nyakazu, you will continue to Karera Waterfalls, one of the most beautiful waterfall sites in Burundi. Here, guests can enjoy the sound of the water, nature, fresh air, and beautiful photo opportunities.
Lunch will be served during the day.
After the visit, you will continue to Mwishanga Hotel, where you will spend the night. In the evening, M Travel and Tours Burundi normally prepares a warm fire night experience. Guests gather around the fire, relax, sing songs, and sometimes enjoy songs performed by locals.
This evening is simple, natural, and memorable. It gives travelers a beautiful countryside feeling and a deeper connection to the people and spirit of Burundi.
Highlights of the Day
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Visit to Nyakazu Faults
- Visit to Karera Waterfalls
- Nature photography
- Lunch during the tour
- Overnight at Mwishanga Hotel
- Fire night experience
- Local songs and warm evening atmosphere
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight: Mwishanga Hotel
Day 4: Kibira National Park – Teza Tea Plantation – Return to Bujumbura
After breakfast at Mwishanga Hotel, you will begin your journey toward Kibira National Park and the beautiful Teza Tea Plantation.
Kibira National Park offers a refreshing forest experience, cool mountain air, and peaceful natural surroundings. It is one of Burundi’s most important natural areas and a good place for travelers who love nature, forests, and green scenery.
You will then visit Teza Tea Plantation, one of the most beautiful landscape experiences in Burundi. The endless green tea fields, mountain views, and fresh air make this place perfect for photos and relaxation.
Lunch will be served during the day.
After the visit, you will drive back to Bujumbura. Upon arrival, you will check in at the hotel and enjoy dinner in the evening.
Highlights of the Day
- Breakfast at Mwishanga Hotel
- Visit to Kibira National Park
- Forest and mountain scenery
- Visit to Teza Tea Plantation
- Tea fields and beautiful views
- Lunch during the tour
- Scenic drive back to Bujumbura
- Dinner at the hotel
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight: Hotel in Bujumbura
Day 5: Departure from Bujumbura
After breakfast at the hotel, depending on the flight schedule, your M Travel and Tours Burundi driver-guide will transfer you to Melchior Ndadaye International Airport for your departure flight.
This marks the end of the Burundi 5 Days Beauty Package, a journey filled with Lake Tanganyika, royal drums, local food, waterfalls, tea plantations, forest landscapes, and unforgettable Burundian hospitality.
Highlights of the Day
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Assistance with luggage
- Airport transfer
- End of tour
Meal Plan: Breakfast
End of Service: Melchior Ndadaye International Airport
Full Itinerary Table
| Day | Route | Main Activities | Overnight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Airport – Bujumbura | Airport pick-up, hotel check-in, Lake Tanganyika view, nyama choma, M Travel boat experience, dinner | Bujumbura |
| Day 2 | Bujumbura – Gitega | Scenic drive, local interactions, Bugarama meat tasting, lunch, Gishora drums, Urwarwa experience | Gitega |
| Day 3 | Gitega – Nyakazu – Karera – Mwishanga | Nyakazu Faults, Karera Waterfalls, lunch, fire night experience | Mwishanga Hotel |
| Day 4 | Mwishanga – Kibira – Teza – Bujumbura | Kibira National Park, Teza Tea Plantation, lunch, return to Bujumbura | Bujumbura |
| Day 5 | Bujumbura – Airport | Breakfast and airport transfer | Departure |
Package Includes
- Airport pick-up from Melchior Ndadaye International Airport
- Airport drop-off on departure day
- Private transport throughout the tour
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Driver
- Hotel accommodation during the tour
- Meals as mentioned in the itinerary
- Bottled water during the tour
- Lake Tanganyika viewing experience
- Nyama choma tasting experience
- M Travel boat experience on Lake Tanganyika
- Gishora Drum Sanctuary visit
- Traditional drum performance
- Urwarwa local banana beer tasting
- Experience learning how Urwarwa is made
- Nyakazu Faults visit
- Karera Waterfalls visit
- Fire night experience at Mwishanga
- Kibira National Park visit
- Teza Tea Plantation visit
- All planned activities mentioned in the itinerary
- Entrance fees for included activities
Package Excludes
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Personal shopping
- Extra drinks not mentioned in the program
- Alcoholic drinks unless clearly included
- Tips and gratuities
- Any activity not mentioned in the itinerary
- Extra nights before or after the tour
Why Book This Burundi Beauty Package?
This package is perfect for travelers who want more than just sightseeing. It is a complete Burundi experience combining nature, culture, food, music, local life, and beautiful landscapes.
Guests will not only visit places, but also feel the country through its people, tastes, sounds, and traditions.
With M Travel and Tours Burundi, the experience is private, flexible, comfortable, and guided by a local team that understands how to show Burundi in a real and beautiful way.
Best For
- First-time visitors to Burundi
- Couples
- Families
- Small private groups
- Culture lovers
- Nature lovers
- Photography lovers
- Travelers looking for authentic African experiences
- Guests who want a short but complete Burundi tour
Booking Note
To confirm the tour, guests can share their travel dates, number of travelers, flight details, and preferred accommodation level. Once confirmed, M Travel and Tours Burundi will provide the final booking details and payment instructions.
