Experience one of Burundi’s most celebrated cultural traditions with a private visit to the Gishora Drum Sanctuary near Gitega.

This cultural journey takes you from Bujumbura through Burundi’s beautiful countryside to Gishora, where you will meet traditional drummers and enjoy a powerful performance featuring royal drums, dancing, songs and storytelling.

The tour includes private transportation, a professional guide, an experienced driver, entrance fees and lunch.

Tour Itinerary

Your guide and driver will collect you from your hotel or Melchior Ndadaye International Airport in Bujumbura.

Begin the scenic journey towards Gitega, travelling through rolling hills, rural communities and beautiful countryside.

Gishora Drum Sanctuary

Upon arrival at Gishora, you will be welcomed by the traditional drummers and introduced to Burundi’s royal drumming heritage.

The experience includes:

• A live traditional drum performance
• Burundian songs and cultural dances
• An introduction to the history of the royal drums
• Time to meet and interact with the performers
• Opportunities for photographs and videos
• Stories about the importance of drumming in Burundian culture

After the performance, enjoy lunch before beginning the return journey to Bujumbura.

Your driver will drop you off safely at your hotel or the airport.

Tour Price

US$500

The price is based on one traveller joining a private guided tour.

Included

• Hotel or airport pickup in Bujumbura
• Private transportation
• Professional tour guide
• Experienced driver
• Gishora Drum Sanctuary entrance
• Traditional drum performance
• Lunch
• Tour coordination
• Return transfer to the hotel or airport

Not Included

• Accommodation
• Breakfast and dinner
• Alcoholic beverages
• Travel insurance
• Personal expenses
• Souvenirs
• Tips and gratuities
• Activities not mentioned in the itinerary