4-Day Rusizi NP Burundi Safari
A short but sweet safari into Rusizi National Park for hippos, abundant birdlife, and serene sunset boat cruises on Lake Tanganyika.
Snapshot Summary
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Highlight |
Details |
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Duration |
4 Days / 3 Nights |
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Operator |
AGASARO SAFARIS |
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Luxury Lodge |
Ubumwe Grande Hotel |
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Mid-Range Lodge |
Club du Lac Tanganyika |
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Key Experiences |
Game drives • Sunset
boat cruise |
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Meals |
Full Board (B/D Day 1;
B/L/D Days 2–3; B Day 4) |
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Transfers |
Private 4×4 Bujumbura
↔ Rusizi |
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Bujumbura → City Tour & Scenic Drive to Rusizi
- Arrival in Bujumbura and city tour
- Scenic drive to Rusizi National Park
Day 2: Morning Game Drive → Sunset Boat Cruise on Lake Tanganyika
- Early morning game drive in Rusizi NP
- Afternoon sunset boat cruise spotting hippos and birdlife
Day 3: Early Birdwatching Walk → Afternoon Hippo Spotting Drive
- Morning guided birdwatching walk
- Afternoon game drive focusing on hippos
Day 4: Leisure Morning → Return to Bujumbura → Departure
- Relaxed morning at the lodge
- Transfer back to Bujumbura or charter flight
Inclusions:
- Park entrance fees
- Two game drives
- Sunset boat cruise
- Full board accommodation
- Private 4×4 transport with driver/guide
- Bottled water
- Guided birdwalk
Exclusions:
- International and charter flights
- Visas and travel insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Alcoholic beverages
- Personal expenses