Saga Beach Resort

Burundi


Locals come from far and wide to relax with a Primus beer and munch on the tasty brochettes that are served at this large beachfront bar. By 11pm the families have departed as the whole complex rocks on as a club by night. Sundays draw a huge family, and if you time your visit for around 4pm, you’ll likely catch a free Les Tambourinaires drummers performance (photography BFr5000) down on the beach.


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