Discover Burundi, a land of colorful diversity, characterized by the stunning range of mountains that have earned the tittle “The Switzerland of Africa”. Burundi’s unique tourism experiences include game viewing, nature walks and primates watching, beach holidays, sampling fish pulled from the fresh Lake Tanganyika, etc
1. Republic of Burundi
History of Burundi
3. Geography of Burundi
4. Government of Burundi
5. Economy of Burundi
6. Culture in Burundi
7. Visas and Entry Requirements Burundi
8. Transport in Burundi
9. Religion in Burundi
10. Education in Burundi
11. Sports in Burundi
12. Foreign Embassies in Burundi
13. Museums in Burundi
QUICK FACTS
Name: The Republic of Burundi (Republika y’uburundi)
Cities; Bujumbura (Capital City) and Gitega (2nd city)
Area: 27830sq km
Borders: Tanzania, Rwanda & DRC
Climate: Tropical Highland
Language: Kirundi (Official) French (Official) and Kiswahili
Burundi People & Culture
Burundi’s traditions constitute a very rich culture embedded in their royal past and as portrayed in its art, dance, music and handicrafts.
The national conservation areas including
- Kibira National Park, Ruvubu and Lake Tanganyika, all offer unique natural habitats for wildlife.
- The Rwihinda Lake Natural Reserve – a sanctuary for migratory and acquatic birds.
- Lake Tanganyika, Africa’s deepest lake – one of the richest aqueous environments in the world, supporting at least 250 varieties of fish.
Burundi offers exquisite holiday makers for all kinds of travelers, be they adrenaline pumping adventure seekers, avid golfers, bird watchers, there is an activity or attraction to suit varied tastes, age, culture and budget.
Things to See
There are several things to see in Burundi. Here are the top tourist Attractions to see Burundi;
- Lake Tanganyika – the second largest lake in Africa after Lake Victoria. It is Africa’s deepest lake and the second deepest lake after Lake Baikal in Siberia. The park offers opportunities for water skiing, sailing, fishing, golf and horse riding.
- The Kirundu Bird Lakes – the reserve protects a series of lakes that hold a remarkable birdlife which include herons, crested cranes, wild ducks and fish eagles.
- Ruvubu National Park – the largest of Burundi’s national parks, one of the last remaining tracts of ancient great tropical rainforests. The park is home to chimpanzees, baboons and colobus monkeys. It is also rich in birdlife while its rolling savanna is roamed by antelopes, gazelles, and great herds of buffaloes.
- Karera Falls – Located in the southeast of Burundi, the falls are set deep within the shady forests. They cascade dramatically over three levels and are an ideal venue for walks and picnics.
- Thermal Springs – the most famous are Muhweza and Muyange
- Gitega – It is the second largest city in Burundi, most renowned for its Royal Drummers, the Gishora Drums and its national museum with a display of the regalia of former Burundian kings.
- The Gishora Drums – located on a hill just 7kms from gitega, established by King Ntare for performance at Coronations, Funerals etc.
- Kibira National Park – a continuation of Nyungwe Forest National Park of Rwanda, home to 644 rare plant species and a number of primates including chimpanzees. There are 98 mammal species that ibclude the civet cats, forest hogs, duikers etc. There are 200 bird species recorded in the park including the Great Blue Turaco, Grey Parrots, Bar-Tailed Trogons etc.
- Bujumbura City – hot, sultry and buzzing capital, located on the shiores of Lake Tanganyika. Explore the relaxed nightlife that traditionally centres on the many restaurants, clubs that cluster the lake shore. Vusit the local museum, Burundi National Museum and Geological Museum, the Hiltop Belvedere Mausoleum of Independence hero, Prince Louis Rwagasore.
- Rusizi Reserve – Loacetd in a distance of 15 minutes from Bujumbura, a delta of hippos. It is home to crocodiles, over 350 bird species that include endemic and migratory birds.
- The Livingstone – Stanley Monument – located 10km south of Bujumbura. It is located in the small town of Mugere. This large rock marks the spot where the British Explorer and missionary, Dr. David Livingstone and journalist, explorer Henry Morton Stanley spent two nights in November 1871 on their exploration journey in Africa.
Places to Visit
There are lots of interesting places to visit with great things to see in Burundi. From the inland tropical beaches to unique wildlife in national parks and forest reserves, there are many attractions in Burundi.