Just a short drive from Bujumbura, Rusizi National Park offers one of the most exciting wildlife experiences in Burundi. Known for its beautiful landscapes and impressive biodiversity, the park is perfect for travelers who want a close encounter with nature without traveling far from the city.
Tour Highlights
🐊 Hippos & Nile Crocodiles
Take a guided boat ride along the Rusizi River, where you can safely observe:
- Groups of hippos resting in the water
- Giant Nile crocodiles along the riverbanks
- Colorful birds flying overhead
This is one of the best wildlife viewing opportunities in the country.
🦌 Antelopes & Monkeys
Explore the park’s savannah and wetland areas, home to:
- Sitatunga antelopes
- Vervet monkeys
- Baboons
- Small mammals and reptiles
Your guide will help you spot animals and understand the park’s ecosystem.
🛶 Scenic Boat Safari
Enjoy a relaxing boat tour through the Rusizi River Delta, where the river meets Lake Tanganyika. This area is peaceful, rich in wildlife, and great for photographs.
🌴 Beautiful Natural Landscapes
Rusizi National Park combines wetlands, grasslands, and river scenery, creating a unique, calm, and refreshing environment just outside Bujumbura.
📸 Perfect for Photography
The close wildlife encounters, river views, and green landscapes make this tour ideal for photographers and nature lovers.
Why Choose This Tour?
- Quick and easy trip from Bujumbura
- Safe, guided wildlife experience
- Perfect for families, couples, and solo travelers
- Great introduction to Burundi’s nature and biodiversity


Tour Duration
Half-day or full-day trip, depending on your schedule.
What’s Included
- Private vehicle with driver
- Professional guide
- Boat safari fees
- Park entrance fees
- Bottled water







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