6-Day Discover Burundi & Tanzania (Gombe Chimps)

6-Day · Burundi, Tanzania

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.

6-Day Discover Burundi & Tanzania (Gombe Chimps)

Tour Features

  • 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

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.

Inclusions

Please contact us for a detailed inclusions and exclusions sheet tailored to your dates and group size.

Getting There

Airport transfers to and from the starting city are included unless stated otherwise.

Offered By

East Africa Bridge Tours — local experts for Burundi, Rwanda, Uganda, and the region.

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