Welcome to Burundi Tourism Week! Here, you will find all the essential information about the event. We have compiled the most frequently asked questions to help you better understand this unique celebration of Burundian tourism.
The Burundi Tourism Week is an annual event held from 11th to 14th December 2024 that celebrates the wonders of Burundian tourism. It includes activities such as conferences, panels, site visits, an exhibition, a photo competition, a familiarization trip (fam trip), a culinary week for restaurants and coffee shops, and a gala ceremony.
Burundi Tourism Week is open to tourism professionals, investors, local residents, international tourists, and players from the hospitality and cultural sectors. Everyone is invited to participate, whether to discover the attractions, attend conferences, or join in the culinary activities.
The event will take place in various locations across the capital, Bujumbura, and in the province of Mwaro. Key venues include Hotel Club du Lac Tanganyika, Royal Palace Hotel, and Zion Hotel Rohero. The exhibition might take place in a strategic location with high traffic, such as Prince Louis Rwagasore Street or in front of the Intwari Stadium.
To register for different activities, please visit our registration page at https://burunditourismweek.bi/register. You will find the details to participate in the conference, exhibition, photo contest, and other events.
To take part in the photo competition, photographers must register on the official Burundi Tourism Week website. Once registered, each participant can submit up to 3 photos to be shared on social networks using the hashtag #BurundiTourismWeek and tagging @visit_burundi.
Hotels, restaurants, and coffee shops can participate by:
If you would like to become a sponsor of Burundi Tourism Week, please contact us via email at sponsorship@burunditourismweek.bi. Sponsors benefit from increased visibility and numerous networking opportunities during the event.
To take part in the photo competition, photographers must register on the official Burundi Tourism Week website. Once registered, each participant can submit up to 3 photos to be shared on social networks using the hashtag #BurundiTourismWeek and tagging @visit_burundi.
The Burundi Tourism Forum will bring together key players in the tourism sector, including private sector leaders, government representatives, tourism experts, and investors. For the full list of speakers, check our Forum page: https://burunditourismweek.bi/forum.
Yes, local and international influencers will be present to promote the event and share highlights on social media. If you are an influencer interested in participating, please contact us at influencers@burunditourismweek.bi.
The exhibition will take place in a strategic location, either on a busy street in Bujumbura or in an iconic location such as Hotel Source du Nil, the Cercle Hippique, or a street like in front of Intwari Stadium. Our goal is to ensure maximum visibility for exhibitors and easy public access.
Participation fees vary depending on the activity you wish to join. Please refer to the registration page for details on fees for the exhibition, forum, and other events: https://burunditourismweek.bi/register/
The hosts for the event will be from Phoenix Company and young volunteers from Visit Burundi. They will welcome participants and ensure smooth coordination of all activities.
To stay informed about the latest news and updates regarding Burundi Tourism Week,
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@visit_burundi and regularly visit our website.
If you are a native of Mwaro province, you can contribute by participating in local activities, helping promote the sites, or financially and morally supporting the organization of the fam trip. For more information, please contact us at mwaro@burunditourismweek.bi.
The Burundi Tourism Awards will be presented at the gala Ceremony on 14th December to recognize outstanding contributions in various categories such as Best Hotel, Best Coffee Shop, Best Tour Guide, and more. For more information, please visit our awards page: https://burunditourismweek.bi/awards.
