What to do in Ruvubu National Park Burundi

What to do in Ruvubu National Park Burundi about 508 square kilometers, is regarded as Burundi’s largest national park. situated in the north East part of Burundi. Ruvubu National Park boarders with provinces of Ruyigi, Karuzi, Muyinga, and Gankuzo. The capital city Bujumbura is about 216 kilometers away from Ruvubu National Park. This protected area was declared in 1980 and is officially known as Parc National de la Ruvubu. Ruvubu River, which flows through Ruvubu National Park is the source of the park’s name. The park is the only surviving of the once extensive natural grassland environment.

Tanzania in the south neighbors Ruvubu National Park. The park has year-round relative rainfall and a maximum elevation of 1836 meters above sea level. The wetlands and papyrus swamps of Ruvubu National Park are created by the Ruvubu River, which flows through the park.

Ruvubu National Park stands out from all the other attractions in Burundi as it shelters several remarkable wildlife species. Visitors to Ruvubu Park in Burundi will be impressed by the wide variety of wildlife that is found this area. Different mammal species, bird species, and plant species can find sanctuary in the park’s diverse environments.

Wildlife in Ruvubu National Park

Because of the abundance and spread of wildlife at Ruvubu Park, visitors may see various animal species practically wherever they go. Hippos, Nile crocodiles, cape buffalos, various duiker species, waterbucks, five primate species, including vervet monkeys, blue monkeys, Senegal bushbaby, red colobus monkeys, and olive baboons, are among the many wildlife species that visitors can expect to see. There are also approximately 400 different species of birds, including warblers, babblers, sunbirds, and the papyrus gonolek, among many others, butterflies, and plant species like towering trees and proteas.

Humans who had taken up residence in Ruvubu Park were forced to leave, protecting the park’s endangered species by giving them access to their natural environment.Because of the abundance and spread of wildlife at Ruvubu Park, visitors may see various animal species practically wherever they go. Hippos, Nile crocodiles, cape buffalos, various duiker species, waterbucks, five primate species, including vervet monkeys, blue monkeys, Senegal bushbaby, red colobus monkeys, and olive baboons, are among the many wildlife species that visitors can expect to see. There are also approximately 400 different species of birds, including warblers, babblers, sunbirds, and the papyrus gonolek, among many others, butterflies, and plant species like towering trees and proteas.

Ruvubu National Park activities

While visiting Ruvubu National Park, visitors may engage in a variety of activities among which include:

Game Viewing safari in Burundi

While at the park, visitors may take guided wildlife drives on the roughly 50km of trails. During guided game drives, visitors may see a variety of animals, such cape elephants, different bird species, and flora, as they go about their activities in the park. In order to observe nocturnal species like lions and leopards, which might be difficult to notice during the day on a day game drive, visitors can embark on night guided game drives with a ranger guide.

Walking safaris

Similar to game drives, walking safaris involve walking on foot to explore the savannah grasslands and all of their inhabitants, which include buffaloes and other wild animals, birds, and other plant types.

Birding activity Burundi

The National Park is another great destination where visitors can go birding. The best places to see birds in Ruvubu National Park are along the banks of the River Ruvubu. Keep binoculars with you so you can see more birds, no matter how far away they could be.

boat trips

Boat safaris are an excellent opportunity to unwind while seeing aquatic wildlife such as hippos and Nile crocodiles, and birds.

Nature walks

During nature walks, tourists thoroughly explore the National Park. Through nature walks, tourists may discover more about the National Park and its wildlife, especially the less well-known ones that could otherwise go unnoticed.

Although there aren’t many accommodation facilities within this park, it’s difficult to find a suitable place to stay. Since camping facilities have been installed in the park, travelers are urged to make reservations well in advance to guarantee their camping spaces. More pleasant places to stay are a good hundred kilometers away.

Ruvubu Park is not difficult to get to. After flying into the nation, visitors are transported to the park by air or vehicle. Burundi’s capital, Bujumbura, is about 216 kilometers away from Ruvubu National Park. There is a tiny airstrip in Bujumbura from which visitors can charter planes to the park.

Travelers to Burundi who intend to visit Ruvubu National Park, a stunning location that offers a chance to get up close with nature and a variety of wildlife, and much more. The park may be visited by solo or in group travel. While there are other safari destinations in Burundi, such as Rusizi National Park,  city tour, hot springs

Spend some time contacting a reputable tour operator to assist you in organizing a genuine and unforgettable safari in Ruvubu National Park.