6-Day Discover Burundi & Tanzania (Gombe Chimps)
6 Days Burundi · Tanzania 5.0 (6 reviews)

6-Day Discover Burundi & Tanzania (Gombe Chimps)

Pair Burundi’s culture and lakeside charm with Tanzania’s famous Gombe Stream National Park. Start in Bujumbura and Gitega, cross Lake Tanganyika to Kigoma for chimp trekking in Gombe, then return via Rumonge’s beaches for a relaxed finish.

Tour Highlights

Bujumbura city tour and Rusizi wetlands
Gitega museums and cultural heritage
Boat transfer on Lake Tanganyika to Kigoma
Chimpanzee trekking in Gombe Stream National Park
Rumonge coastline with hot springs time permitting

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Overview

A cross-border escape that combines culture and classic primate tracking, with scenic lake travel between Burundi and western Tanzania.

Itinerary at a Glance

  • Day 1: Arrive Bujumbura → City highlights and lakeside stay
  • Day 2: Gitega → National Museum and cultural visit
  • Day 3: Transfer to Kigoma, Tanzania → Lakeside overnight
  • Day 4: Gombe Stream National Park → Chimp trekking → Return to Kigoma
  • Day 5: Return toward Burundi via Rumonge → Hot springs and beach time
  • Day 6: Bujumbura → Last-minute shopping → Departure

Inclusions

  • Accommodation and road/boat transfers as per program
  • Park permits and guiding for chimp trekking (subject to availability)
  • English/French-speaking guide throughout

Exclusions

  • International flights and entry visas
  • Travel insurance and health services
  • Tips, personal expenses and drinks not listed

What to Bring

  • Good walking shoes, long sleeves/trousers for forest
  • Lightweight rain gear and small daypack
  • Camera with dust/rain protection

Notes

  • Chimp permits are limited and confirmable at booking; itinerary order may change due to lake conditions and park regulations.

What's Included

Included

  • Transport
  • Accommodation
  • All meals and soft drinks
  • Park entrance permit
  • Guiding fee
  • Government taxes

Not Included

  • International flights
  • Personal expenses
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Medical insurance

Getting There

1

Tour starts and ends in Kigali

We collect you from the airport and drop you off at the end of the tour.

2

Book your international flights

Fly into Kigali International Airport (KGL).

3

Airport pickup

A transfer from and back to the airport is included.

4

Optional pre/post-hotel

We can arrange extra nights before or after the tour for an extra cost.

Rates are per person and exclude international flights. Minimum age applies; child discounts may be available.

This tour is offered by East Africa Bridge Tours. Rates and details are subject to change and availability.