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Burundi Travel Guide

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Tourist season

Are April and May good months to visit Burundi?

4

April

Shoulder
season

5

May

Semi-high
season

Visa Limitations

Visa requirements for citizens of United States visiting Burundi for tourism.

Visa on arrival

A visa is required, but it is possible to obtain it at selected border crossing points (visa on arrival).

Daily budget (1 person)

How much will you spend on accommodation, local transport, sightseeing, meals?

Backpacker's budget
from 60 USD

Tourist's budget
from 82 USD

Did you know?

The population of Burundi is around 11.89 mil., which puts the country in 21. place in terms of population (out of 231 countries and dependent territories).

How far is it?

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The distance between Bujumbura (BI) and Washington D.C. (US) is 7244 miles

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Bujumbura
Bujumbura
Gitega
Ngozi
Ruyigi
Muyinga
Washington D.C.
Washington D.C.
Philadelphia
Houston
Chicago
Los Angeles
New York City
7244
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Safety

General travel safety level in Burundi on a scale of 1 (safe) to 4 (unsafe).

3

Level 3 • Reconsider your need to travel (plus additional regional warnings).

Update: 25 Mar 2024

Upcoming holidays

1 May 2024• Labour Day

9 May 2024• Ascension Day

Currency

Burundi Franc (BIF) - rate compared to selected currencies

1000 BIF
Rate
Inversion
EUR
0.32698
3058322
GBP
0.27967
3575626
USD
0.34855
2869000
Update: 18 Apr 2024

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Cities and Top Tourist Attractions

From historical cities to picturesque landmarks and fascinating places - don't miss out on these attractions when planning a visit to Burundi

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Best Ways to Experience Burundi

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Practical Information for Travelers

  • Budget
  • Currency
  • Vaccinations
  • Visa
  • Electricity

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Backpacker's budget

Daily budget for one person, assuming that two people travel in a standard close to 1 star (hostels, public transport). When traveling alone, the cost may be slightly higher (hotel room) or the same (dormitory accommodation).

from 60 USD

Tourist's budget

Daily budget for one person, assuming that two people travel (they share the cost of a hotel room, taxis, etc.) to a standard close to 3 stars. Costs for a solo traveler will be higher.

from 82 USD

You can find out more about travel costs and prices in Burundi via the Prices link

Currency

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Burundi Franc (BIF)

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Vaccinations

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All travelers

You should be up to date on routine vaccinations while traveling to any destination. Some vaccinations may also be required in Burundi.

Routine vaccines

Before each trip, it is worth making sure that we are up to date with the routine vaccinations. These include vaccinations against measles, mumps and rubella, diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, chickenpox, polio and flu.
Prevention
  • Get vaccinated
  • Reduce your exposure to germs

Yellow Fever

Yellow fever is an acute viral disease which is transmitted by virus-infected mosquitoes.
Prevention
  • Get vaccinated
  • Prevent bug bites
Vaccination requirements

Required for arriving travelers from all countries if traveler is ≥1 year of age.

Most travelers

Get travel vaccines and medicines because there is a risk of these diseases in the country you are visiting.

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis A is a digestive disease caused by the hepatitis A virus and is closely related to a lack of good hygiene.It can be asymptomatic, moderate, or very severe.
Prevention
  • Get vaccinated
  • Eat and drink safely

Malaria

Malaria is a life-threatening parasitic disease transmitted by mosquitoes.
Prevention
  • Take antimalarial meds
  • Prevent bug bites
Estimated relative risk of malaria in Burundi

Umiarkowane

Areas with malaria

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Typhoid

Typhoid fever is an acute, systemic infectious disease caused by Salmonella typhi.The source of the infection may include dirty water, raw fruits, vegetables, dairy products, as well as dirt containing bacteria.
Prevention
  • Get vaccinated
  • Eat and drink safely

Some travelers

Vaccinations and medications that may be recommended under certain conditions, depending on where you will be, the length of your stay and the nature of your stay.

Cholera

Cholera is a disease of the digestive tract caused by the bacterium Vibrio cholerae.The most common infection occurs through the ingestion, mainly through water contaminated with human faeces, and also through food (mainly fruit, seafood). Less often by contact with the sick person and their environment.
Prevention
  • Eat and drink safely
  • Reduce your exposure to germs

Hepatitis B

Hepatitis B is a disease caused by the hepatitis B virus.Infection occurs through contact of injured skin or mucous membranes with virus-infected blood or other secretions (e.g. during sexual contact, through contaminated needles or as a result of medical procedures).
Prevention
  • Get vaccinated
  • Avoid sharing body fluids
  • Avoid non-sterile medical or cosmetic equipment

Rabies

Rabies is an acute infectious disease caused by neurotrophic viruses from the rhabdovirus family.The infection is most often caused by biting a sick animal or other contact of its saliva with mucous membranes, conjunctiva or damaged skin.
Prevention
  • Get vaccinated
  • Keep away from animals
This section is for informational purposes and does not exhaust all issues related to vaccination. Based on Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

With or without a visa?

Visa requirements for citizens of

United States
  • United States
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visiting flagBurundi for tourism

Updated on 2 March 2023. Based on Visa requirements for United States citizens
Visa on arrival

A visa is required, but it is possible to obtain it at selected border crossing points (visa on arrival).

  • Allowed stay: 1 month
  • From December 2021, passengers of all countries that required visa, can now obtain visa on arrival at Bujumbura International Airport, and all land borders.

Electricity

220V (50 Hz)

In Burundi the standard voltage is 220V and the frequency is 50 Hz. Type C, E sockets are used.

Click on the socket icon to see more information
socket CType C
socket EType E

Facts and Figures

Fundamental socio-economic statistical data pertaining to the country

Population

21 / 231
Ranking
11 890 784
Hutu (Bantu) 85%, Tutsi (Hamitic) 14%, Twa (Pygmy) 1%

Area

22 / 232
Ranking
10.7 thous. mi²

Life expectancy

21 / 221
Ranking
67.1
Life expectancy expressed in years.men 65women 69.2

Median age

21 / 222
Ranking
17.7
Average age of population expressed in years.men 17.4women 18

Population growth

21 / 224
Ranking
3.68%
The difference between live births and deaths. A negative value means natural loss.

Literacy

21 / 210
Ranking
68.4%
Ability to read, write and count.men 76.3%women 61.2%

GDP

19 / 194
Ranking
771 INT$
GDP per capita is gross domestic product converted to international dollars (Int$) using purchasing power parity rates and divided by total population.
Source: WDI World Bank & CIA World Factbook Country Comparison

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