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Sandy Lake Tanganyika beach with two acacia trees and turquoise water
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Tanganyika Shores

Full Day
Up to 4
Easy

Overview

The lake in all its ancient glory

A full day on the world's second-deepest lake. We cruise pristine waters, pull into a traditional fishing village for a guided visit, snorkel the crystal-clear shallows, and arrive back at the promenade just as the sun dissolves into gold and amber.

Tour Highlights

  • Morning boat departure from Bujumbura port
  • Visit to a traditional lakeside fishing village
  • Snorkelling in crystal-clear cichlid-rich waters
  • Picnic lunch on a secluded beach
  • Sunset return cruise

Schedule

How your day unfolds

07:00

Hotel pickup

07:30

Bujumbura Port — board the boat

Safety briefing and welcome refreshments

08:30

Cruise north along the shoreline

Spot fishermen and watch the escarpment unfold

10:30

Traditional fishing village visit

Meet the community, watch net-mending, taste smoked fish

12:00

Secluded beach — picnic lunch

Freshly prepared lunch served on the sand

14:00

Snorkelling in the shallows

Equipment provided; encounter endemic cichlids

16:30

Sunset return cruise

Sundowner drinks on deck

18:00

Return to hotel

What's Included

Everything you need, nothing you don't

Included

  • Private boat hire
  • Snorkelling equipment
  • Picnic lunch & refreshments
  • Expert naturalist guide
  • Life jackets & safety equipment

Not Included

  • Hotel pickup outside Bujumbura
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Gratuities

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$120From $120

Travelers

2people
Estimated Total$240
Free cancellation up to 48 hours
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