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Burundi

Bujumbura / Hippos, Beaches, and Smiles Abound

MeowScore 😼72/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😼
🔈 Noisiness 😼
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😻
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😼

Best month

June

Perfect weather for sightseeing and cultural exploration (8 words)

☀️
january

Visit Bujumbura in January for a warm, sunny break from winter (max. 20 words)

🎉
february

Experience Carnaval de Bujumbura, a lively celebration of Burundian culture (max. 20 words)

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march

Explore nature and wildlife at Rusizi National Park in the balmy climate (max. 20 words)

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april

Witness the stunning jacaranda trees in full bloom throughout the city (max. 20 words)

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may

Join the celebration of Burundian Independence Day on May 1st (max. 20 words)

🏛️
june

Enjoy the warm, summer weather while exploring the city's cultural landmarks (max. 20 words)

🏊‍♀️
july

Escape the heat and humidity with a swim in Lake Tanganyika's refreshing waters (max. 20 words)

🍴
august

Savor the flavors of Burundian cuisine at the annual Festival de la Gastronomie (max. 20 words)

🎨
september

Experience the colorful Festival de la Culture et de l'Artisanat de Bujumbura (max. 20 words)

🌳
october

Hike through nearby natural reserves and catch the beginning of jacaranda season (max. 20 words)

💀
november

Celebrate All Saints' Day with an impactful visit to Bujumbura's beautiful cemeteries (max. 20 words)

🎄
december

Experience a festive Christmas season with local traditions and decorations around town (max. 20 words)

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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The shopping situation in Bujumbura is average for tourists. Prices may vary but generally, they are not too high or too low.

Haggle in the local markets, check out the street vendors for cheap souvenirs, and grab snacks from local shops to save money.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

Transit or business trip

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

Transit or business trip

Bujumbura is usually a stopping point for travelers heading to other destinations in Burundi or neighboring countries.

Tipping

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No tipping culture

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture

Cash is preferred. Splitting the bill is possible. No major etiquette tidbits.

internet situation

bad Speed

Limited infrastructure

meh Availability

Intermittent outages

good Cellular

Decent coverage for mobile internet

Electric socket type C

Common in Europe, South America, and Asia. Non-grounded, 2-pin plug, accepts Type C & Type E&F (non-grounded variant).

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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walking hostile

High traffic

LGBTQ hostile

Homophobia prevalent

Bask in the warm sun as you stretch out your feline body, whiskers twitching, while the scenic Lake Tanganyika tickles your curiosity.

Stroll the city with your posh paws, discovering diverse aromas, delighting in the local culture, and embracing the purr-fect blend of modernity and tradition.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Parc National de la Rusizi
🛍️
Marché de la Ville
🗿
La Pierre de Livingstone et Stanley
🐅
Musée Vivant
🌊
Lake Tanganyika

The mainstream

🦛
Parc National de la Rusizi

A national park with wetlands and many species of wildlife, including hippos and monkeys. Cats can stretch out and enjoy the scenery!

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🛍️
Marché de la Ville

A bustling market selling everything a cat could want! From fresh fish to catnip toys, this market has it all.

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🗿
La Pierre de Livingstone et Stanley

A monument celebrating the meeting of two famous explorers in Bujumbura. Cats can climb on the stone and take a selfie!

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🐅
Musée Vivant

A zoo and cultural museum rolled into one! A perfect place to learn about native animals and cultures from a cat's perspective.

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🌊
Lake Tanganyika

The second-deepest lake in the world, which Burundi shares with three other African countries. It's a great spot for a catnap!

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Off the beaten path

🦜🐢
The Living Museum of Bujumbura
🏖️🌞
La Plage de Bora Bora
🦛🎣
Rusizi National Park
🍉🐟
Kiganda Market
🌳🐾
The Dwarf Forest

Off the beaten path

🦜🐢
The Living Museum of Bujumbura

A small zoo with indigenous species from Burundi. It's a great place to learn and paws for a cause!

Google Maps
🏖️🌞
La Plage de Bora Bora

A hidden beach with crystal clear water, perfect for a relaxing day. Bring your sunscreen and a good book!

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🦛🎣
Rusizi National Park

A peaceful oasis in the city, with a river perfect for fishing. Keep an eye open for the hippos though!

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🍉🐟
Kiganda Market

A bustling market where you can find anything from fish to fruits, colorful and smelly. Be careful with your whiskers though!

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🌳🐾
The Dwarf Forest

A unique forest where everything is tiny, perfect for curious cats to explore. Shhhh... don't tell the dogs!

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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walking hostile

High traffic

LGBTQ hostile

Homophobia prevalent

Mindful meoweler tips

Bujumbura's Beaches

Bujumbura offers peaceful and quiet beaches for cats who want to relax away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Coffee Culture

Burundi is known for its excellent coffee, and Bujumbura's cafes offer a cozy, welcoming atmosphere for cats to enjoy their cup of joe.

Language

Kinyarwanda, Kirundi, and French are the most commonly spoken languages, so cats should learn some key phrases or carry a phrasebook.

Useful external sites

www.worldtravelguide.net/guides/africa/burundi/bujumbura

Bujumbura Travel Guide↗

A comprehensive guide on what to see, where to stay, and what to do in Bujumbura

burunditourism.com

Burundi Tourism↗

Official tourism website of Burundi with information on attractions, events, and accommodations

www.lonelyplanet.com/burundi/bujumbura

Lonely Planet - Bujumbura↗

Travel guide by Lonely Planet of Bujumbura with recommendations on restaurants, nightlife, and activities

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