Burundi may be one of the smallest countries in mainland Africa but it packs a lot of stunning nature into such a small space. The country is divided into 16 provinces which cover an area of just over 28,000 square kilometers; a similar area to Maryland, one of the USA’s smallest states.

Hippos and birds are the main natural attractions in Burundi with their home varying from shrublands and forests, to huge lakes. The lack of coast in Burundi doesn’t mean a lack of beaches either and the country has some great inland beaches where the heat can be escaped by a cool and safe dip in one of the country’s lakes.

Culture in Burundi is also varied for such a small nation and the influences from colonial settlers as well as the aboriginal cultures are worth learning about in order to understand this small but fascinating country.

Places to Visit while in Burundi

1. Bujumbura
2. Rusizi River National Park
3. Ruvubu National Park
4. Lake Rwihinda Natural Reserve
5. The Kibira National Park
6. Kigwena Natural Forest
7. Gitega
8. Gishora
9. Mount Heha
10. Saga Beach
11. The “Source du Nil”
12. Chutes de la Kerera
13. Vyanda Natural Reserve
14. Bururi Nature Reserve
15. Rumonge Natural Reserve