Burigi-Chato National Park 2 Days / 1 Night Safari Package
Burigi-Chato National Park, Tanzania’s fourth-largest protected area at 4,707 km², offers an authentic, off-the-beaten-path safari in the Lake Zone. This compact package balances travel from Mwanza with immersive game viewing, focusing on elephants, buffaloes, lions, leopards, hippos, crocodiles, and over 400 bird species in diverse habitats like Miombo woodlands, savannas, Lake Burigi, and the Kagera River.
Wildlife Highlights
- Mammals: Elephants, buffaloes, lions, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, various antelopes (eland, roan, impala, waterbuck), hippos, crocodiles
- Birdlife: Over 400 species, including shoebill stork, fish eagles, papyrus gonolek
- Unique: Sitatunga in swamps and potential views toward Rwanda
Key Activities
- Morning and afternoon game drives
- Canoeing on Lake Burigi (hippos, birds, crocs)
- Birdwatching and nature walks
- Photographic safaris
Best Time to Visit
Dry season (June–September) for optimal wildlife viewing and access. Year-round possible, with rainy peaks in November/December and March/April.
Sample Itinerary
Day 1: Mwanza → Burigi-Chato
- 06:00 Early breakfast in Mwanza
- 07:00 Depart in 4×4 safari vehicle (~5-6 hours drive)
- 12:00 Arrive, picnic lunch near Lake Burigi
- 14:00 Afternoon game drive (elephants, giraffes, antelopes)
- 19:30 Dinner & overnight at tented camp
Day 2: Full Morning → Return to Mwanza
- 06:30 Early morning game drive (hippos, birds, possible shoebill)
- 09:00 Breakfast
- 10:00 Optional canoe excursion on Lake Burigi
- 13:00 Depart for Mwanza (arrive ~19:00–20:00)
Inclusions
- 4×4 safari vehicle + English-speaking guide/driver
- 1 night full-board accommodation (meals + drinking water)
- Park entrance fees (~$30 USD/adult non-East African)
- All transfers from/to Mwanza
- Picnic lunches & game drives
- Emergency evacuation insurance
Exclusions
- International/domestic flights
- Visas and travel insurance
- Tips (~$20–30/day)
- Personal expenses, alcoholic drinks
- Optional canoeing (~$50/person)
Estimated Cost (Per Person, 2026)
- 2–4 people sharing: $900 – $1,400 USD (budget tented camp)
- Higher in dry season / for luxury upgrades
Contact us for a personalized quote based on group size, dates and preferences.