4 Day Best Chimpanzee Tracking and Birding Tour in Burundi

DAYS: 4 | COUNTRY: BJA

Burundi, a hidden gem in the heart of Africa, offers an extraordinary blend of lush landscapes, vibrant wildlife, and rich cultural experiences. If you’re an adventurer at heart with a love for nature, a 4-day Chimpanzee Tracking and Birding Tour in Burundi with Kyooma gorilla safaris is the perfect getaway. This immersive journey takes you deep into the country’s natural beauty, where you’ll experience the thrill of encountering chimpanzees in their natural habitat and delight in the diverse birdlife that calls Burundi home.

Overview

Burundi, a hidden gem in the heart of Africa, offers an extraordinary blend of lush landscapes, vibrant wildlife, and rich cultural experiences. If you’re an adventurer at heart with a love for nature, a 4 Day Best Chimpanzee Tracking and Birding Tour in Burundi with Kyooma gorilla safaris is the perfect getaway. This immersive journey takes you deep into the country’s natural beauty, where you’ll experience the thrill of encountering chimpanzees in their natural habitat and delight in the diverse birdlife that calls Burundi home within this 4 Day Best Chimpanzee Tracking safari.

Detailed Itinerary for the 4 Day Best Chimpanzee Tracking safari

First Day: Arrival in Bujumbura and Transfer to Kibira National Park

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• Morning: Arrival in Bujumbura
  • Arrive at Bujumbura International Airport.
  • Meet and greet by your tour guide.
  • Brief city tour, including a visit to the Livingstone-Stanley Monument.
• Afternoon: Transfer to Kibira National Park
  • Enjoy lunch in Bujumbura before departing for Kibira National Park.
  • Arrive at Kibira National Park, home to one of Burundi’s largest montane rainforests.
  • Check in to your lodge near the park.
  • Evening at leisure with dinner at the lodge.

Second Day: Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibira National Park

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• Morning: Chimpanzee Tracking
  • Early breakfast followed by a briefing on chimpanzee tracking.
  • 2Embark on a guided trek through the rainforest to track and observe the chimpanzee families in their natural habitat.
  • Learn about the behavior, ecology, and conservation efforts for these primates.
• Afternoon: Nature Walk and Birding
  • Return to the lodge for lunch.
  • In the afternoon, enjoy a guided nature walk focusing on birding.
  • Spot various bird species, including the Great Blue Turaco, Crowned Eagle, and many other endemic and migratory birds.
• Evening: Relaxation
  • Return to the lodge for dinner.
  • Evening at leisure, enjoying the sounds of the rainforest.

Third Day: Birding and Exploration of Teza Tea Plantations

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• Morning: Advanced Birding in Kibira National Park
  • Early morning birding session with a local expert guide.
  • Explore different trails in the park, focusing on spotting rare and endemic bird species.
• Afternoon: Visit to Teza Tea Plantations
  • After lunch, visit the nearby Teza Tea Plantations near Kibira National Park.
  • Learn about tea production and enjoy a tour of the lush tea fields.
  • Optional birding opportunities during the 4 Day Best Chimpanzee Tracking safari, is around the plantations, where different bird species can be observed.
• Evening: Return to Lodge
  • Return to the lodge for dinner.
  • Evening relaxation around a campfire, sharing experiences of the day.

First Day: Final Birding Session and Return to Bujumbura

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• Morning: Last Birding Walk
  • Early morning birding walk in Kibira National Park for any last sightings.
  • Return to the lodge for breakfast.
• Late Morning: Transfer to Bujumbura
  • Check out of the lodge and begin the journey back to Bujumbura.
  • Stop for lunch en route.
• Afternoon: Bujumbura Exploration and Departure
  • Arrive in Bujumbura and enjoy a short visit to the shores of Lake Tanganyika or any last-minute shopping.
  • Transfer to Bujumbura International Airport for your departure flight. 
• END: This marks the end of the 4 Day Best Chimpanzee Tracking and Birding tour in Burundi