Burundi
country · Burundi
Overview
Burundi is a country in Africa, with its capital at Gitega.
Key facts
| Country | Burundi |
|---|---|
| Currency | BIF |
About the country
Burundi is a country in Africa.
The capital city is Gitega.
Practical information
The currency is the BIF (Franc).
The main language spoken is French.
Traffic drives on the right.
Getting there
Most international visitors arrive in Burundi by air; use the Find flights link to search live fares to its main gateways.
Cities in Burundi
Among the places worth a look in Burundi are Gitega, Bujumbura, Ngozi, Bubanza, Kayanza, Cibitoke, Kirundo, Rumonge, Karusi and Mpanda — each has its own guide and sits on the globe for trip-planning.
Exploring the country
A trip to Burundi usually combines a gateway city with a run into the surrounding region; start on the globe to see how the pieces link up by air, road, rail or sea.
Regions & places
Where to stay in Burundi
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Getting around Burundi
Before booking: The US State Department and the Government of Canada currently advise against non-essential travel to Burundi. Proceed only under your own judgement and check the official advice above.
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On the map
Sources & method
- GeoNames country — currency, languages, capital · retrieved 2026-08-12T15:10:01+00:00
Data compiled 2026-09-18 · editorial checks: passed. See our methodology for how Head Your Way sources and reviews travel data.