How much do Burundi tours cost?

Our Burundi tours start from £2,345 per person. That price covers accommodation, overland transport, an English-speaking tour leader, and most meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner as listed). International flights, airport taxes, travel insurance, visas and drinks are not included and are arranged separately. Full pricing and departure dates are listed on the individual tour page.

Is Burundi suitable for solo travellers?

Burundi is a great choice for solo travellers. Our small group tours have a maximum of 12 people, which means you'll quickly meet like-minded travellers in an easy, relaxed setting. We also have no compulsory single supplements on our Burundi holidays - so solo travel here costs the same per person as travelling as a pair.

BurundiFrom £2,345

Burundi Tours & Holidays

Burundi holidays take you somewhere most travellers never reach. This small Central African nation rewards the curious with rhythm, warmth, and a welcome far from the usual safari circuit.

Best timeJul & Jan
Time zoneUTC+2
CurrencyBurundian Franc (BIF)
LanguageKirundi & French (official)

Overview

An introduction to Burundi

Burundi tours take you somewhere most travellers never think to go. Wedged between Rwanda, Tanzania and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, this small Central African nation has stayed largely its own — choral churches, lakeside markets, and drumming traditions centuries deep. The wealth here is in the people and their energy, encountered as readily on a Bujumbura street as on the shores of Lake Tanganyika.

Our small group Burundi tours follow a route that balances wildlife, culture and landscape — from boat safaris on the Rusizi River and walks in Kibira National Park to the iconic royal drumming performance at Gishora and a sunrise canoe on Lake Rwihinda. Whether you join one of our scheduled Burundi travel packages or prefer a tailor-made Burundi holiday, each journey is designed to be unhurried, immersive and genuinely off the beaten track.

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Tours in Burundi

Small-group departures led by local experts, plus private tailor-made itineraries shaped around your interests, pace and dates.

Burundi – The Heart of Africa

A small Central African state, bordered by Congo DRC, Rwanda and Tanzania, Burundi has in the past been overshadowed by tumultuous and tragic events beyond its frontiers. However, as an antidote to the safari-chic fantasy of upmarket east African game lodges Burundi is a refreshing reminder that the real wealth of the continent lies in its people, their culture, their resourcefulness and their energy. This is Africa.

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Why visit

What makes Burundi worth the journey

A place apart

One of Africa's Least-Visited Countries

Burundi sees very few international visitors, which means the experiences here are entirely unscripted. Markets, villages, drumming sites and national parks feel genuinely your own.

Drumming Culture Found Nowhere Else

The royal Burundian drummers are listed among the world's great cultural traditions. Witnessing a live performance at Gishora — the sacred hilltop site where the tradition has been kept alive for centuries.

Wildlife Without the Safari Crowds

Rusizi National Park and Lake Tanganyika offer genuine wildlife encounters — hippos, crocodiles, sitatunga and exceptional birdlife — without the vehicle convoys and competition for sightings that define more famous safari destinations.

Remarkable Landscape Variety

In eight days you move from lakeside wetlands to highland tea plantations, deep rainforest and the shores of one of the world's deepest lakes. For its size, Burundi packs an extraordinary range of natural scenery into a single journey.

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Highlights

The highlights of Burundi

Boat Safari on the Rusizi River

Explore the wetlands of Rusizi National Park by boat, searching for hippos, sitatunga antelope and a rich variety of birdlife along the Congo border.

Royal Drummers at Gishora

Witness one of Africa's most iconic cultural traditions — Burundi's royal drummers performing at the sacred hilltop site of Gishora, a spectacle passed down through generations.

Cruise on Lake Tanganyika

Take to the waters of one of the world's deepest lakes, stretching across four countries and home to extraordinary freshwater biodiversity along Burundi's western shore.

Teza Tea Plantations & Kibira Walk

Visit scenic highland tea fields at Teza before heading into Kibira National Park — Burundi's largest rainforest — for a guided nature walk beneath the canopy.

Livingstone–Stanley Meeting Site

Stand at the historic Rumonge-area location where two legendary explorers reportedly met in 1871 — one of the most intriguing footnotes in the story of African exploration.

Sunrise Canoe on Lake Rwihinda

Glide across the calm waters of Lake Rwihinda at dawn, known as Burundi's "Bird Lake" for the remarkable variety of species that gather in this peaceful northern reserve.

Intore Warrior Dances, Kirundo

In the far north of the country, experience traditional Intore warrior dances — a vivid expression of Burundian identity and cultural heritage rarely seen by outside visitors.

Karera Waterfalls

Visit the impressive Karera waterfalls, located near the debated source of the Nile — a dramatic natural landmark in the green interior of southern Burundi.

Burundi rewards travellers who slow down — the best stories are found off the tour-bus route.

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When to go

Picking the right season for your trip

Our Burundi tours depart in July and January — both reliable windows for travel across the country. July falls in Burundi's dry season, when roads are more accessible, wildlife concentrates around water sources in Rusizi National Park, and conditions for boat safaris and walking are at their best. January sits between the two rainy seasons — temperatures are warm, the landscape is lush and green, and the cultural sites remain fully accessible.

Looking to travel outside the typical windows? Our Burundi tailor-made team can advise on the best time for you.

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Dispatches, field notes and practical advice from our specialists.

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What travellers say about us

Reviews from across our small-group programme. Independently rated 4.9 Excellent on AITO by 250+ travellers.

“You have a great local person. Hypolite is a wonderful ambassador to his country. Knowledgeable, polite, punctual, safe and considerate driver. All accommodations were adequate and are probably the best in the area. Itinerary is well paced; not slow, but not exhaustive either and very well represent this less travelled African country. In general the tour excided my expectations. Hotels around Lake Tanganyika were above expectations as well as food during the whole tour. Well organized tour run by competent local tour agent. ”

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Traveller from Canada

“The guide, Thierry, was really good.”

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Traveller from Belgium

“I liked the destination and the partnership with the local guide in Burundi. That's Hypoline, and I think he did an excellent job.”

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Tracey White, USA

“Great tour and local rep.”

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Adel Zakaria, USA

“Highly recommend this under visited gem of a country. Lovely trip and quite a surprise. Great guide and driver who couldn't do enough for us. Very flexible to meet our needs. Logistics, accommodation, food, scenery, friendly people all amazing. Didn't see another tourist the whole trip, so I must have been in the right place for my travel bug needs. ”

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Kaz Stanbridge, UK

“Jason was very helpful and the booking process was quick and easy. UD offers itineraries that many competitors do not. I thoroughly enjoyed both trips I've taken with them. While they may not suit everyone, I have happily recommended the Senegal tour to fellow travellers.”

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Bernice Hird, UK

Helped by Jason van der Wath

“Excellent customer service, reliable itineraries and ability to solve local issues when they arise”

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Gustavo Musto, Uruguay

“I like the small size of groups, the range of destinations and excellent itineraries. This is my third holiday with your company and I have found your itineraries really good.”

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Traveller from the UK

“Excellent company to book with. Complex tour mostly delivered as per itinerary with professional and pleasant local representatives. ”

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Adam Choonara, UK

“I really appreciated Jason's help in answering all of my many questions re: Senegal trip in December 2025. I have a physical disability and I had a lot of accessibility questions for Jason! He was a true professional and was very supportive, warm and friendly and helped me a lot in making my decision to go ahead with the Senegal trip. I would like to thank Jason particularly for this service. I truly appreciate it and I am very thankful.”

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Can’t find the right fit?

Every one of our Burundi journeys can be rebuilt around your dates, pace and interests — or we’ll design something entirely new.

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If you'd like to travel to Burundi outside our scheduled group departures - or prefer a private Burundi holiday designed around your own pace and interests - we can build a tailor-made itinerary for you. Whether you want to spend longer on Lake Tanganyika, add extra time exploring the wetlands of Rusizi National Park, combine a Burundi trip with neighbouring Rwanda, or focus on the cultural sites of Gitega and Gishora, we'll create a journey that fits. All our tailor made Burundi travel packages include the same expert local guides and carefully chosen accommodation as our group tours. Contact us to start planning your trip.

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Planning a trip to Burundi?

Our Burundi tours start from £2,345 per person. That price covers accommodation, overland transport, an English-speaking tour leader, and most meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner as listed). International flights, airport taxes, travel insurance, visas and drinks are not included and are arranged separately. Full pricing and departure dates are listed on the individual tour page.

Before you go

Essential information

Shared across all tours that visit this destination. Read alongside your individual tour dossier for trip-specific details.

Foreign Office travel advice

We constantly monitor travel advice issued by the FCDO and will always inform clients of any relevant warnings before departure. Travellers should check the latest guidance for Burundi before booking and again prior to travel, as advice can change at short notice. We operate only in areas we consider suitable for small-group travel and will contact you promptly if any changes affect your trip.

This information primarily applies to British nationals — travellers from other countries should consult their own government travel authority. For official updates, see FCDO Travel Advice – Burundi.