Things to do · Africa

Things to do in Burundi

Lake Tanganyika's beaches and green hills make Burundi a hidden East African gem.

Check before you go. Security conditions vary across Burundi. We only plan trips here after a current risk assessment and in line with official travel advisories, and we can add security and medical support.

Things to do in Burundi

Top 4 adventures in Burundi

  1. 01

    Dive Lake Tanganyika

    Freshwater diving among colorful cichlids in one of the deepest lakes on Earth.

    Diving & marine life
  2. 02

    Find the southernmost source of the Nile

    Visit the stone pyramid marking the Nile's source at Rutovu.

    Expedition
  3. 03

    Hike to Karera Falls

    A series of cascading waterfalls near Rutana.

    Expedition
  4. 04

    Skydive over Lake Tanganyika

    A tandem jump above the lake's long sandy shoreline near Bujumbura.

    Skydiving

Burundi trip facts

Region
Africa
Capital
Gitega
Gateway
Bujumbura
Best time to go
June to August
We can arrange
Skydiving, Diving & marine life, Expedition

Skydiving in Burundi

From a first tandem to a group jump with friends, we can organize skydiving in Burundi on your dates. Our team brings the experience and the equipment, works with local authorities on approvals, and puts safety first in every plan.

Top jump idea: Skydive over Lake Tanganyika.

How skydiving with us works

Sky shows & events in Burundi

Sky shows in Burundi are built around your brand: logo flags and canopies, smoke trails and a precision landing in the middle of the action. We plan the permits and the backup plan, so all you do is watch the crowd.

See sky shows

Private expeditions in Burundi

Private expeditions in Burundi are planned end to end by our team. Tell us the dream and we build the route, book the aircraft and guides, arrange security and take care of every detail from Bujumbura to the last day of your trip.

How expeditions work

Build a dropzone in Burundi

A dropzone in Burundi could put the country on the world's skydiving map. We bring the full system: site survey, permits, jump aircraft, parachute systems, instructors, riggers and the tools to run the business.

Dropzone in a box

FAQ

Burundi adventure FAQ

Can I go skydiving in Burundi?

Yes. We arrange tandem skydives for first-timers and fun jumps for licensed skydivers in Burundi. If there's no established dropzone where you want to jump, we can bring the aircraft, equipment and instructors and work with the local aviation authority on approvals.

What are the best things to do in Burundi?

Top picks include Dive Lake Tanganyika, Find the southernmost source of the Nile and Hike to Karera Falls. We can combine them into one private trip, handled end to end.

When is the best time to visit Burundi for adventure activities?

For most activities, the best window is June to August. We match your dates to the right activities and weather.

How do I get to Burundi?

Most trips start in Bujumbura. From there we take care of transfers, private flights or helicopters, stays and permits.

Can you organize a skydiving show for an event in Burundi?

Yes. Our athletes can jump into festivals, stadiums, launches and private celebrations in Burundi, landing with your flag or logo. We handle the landing-area survey, airspace permits and safety plan.

Is it safe to travel to Burundi?

Conditions vary by region. We only plan trips in Burundi after a current risk assessment and in line with official travel advisories, and we can add security and medical support.

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