The moment you step off the plane in Bujumbura, Burundi greets you not with noise — but with warmth. The air smells of rain, coffee, and possibility. Smiles come easy here. The people wave, children giggle, and you realize quickly that this is not a country defined by its headlines, but by its humanity. For first-time travelers, Burundi is both a discovery and a reminder — that travel is still about connection, not crowds. It’s a land of rolling hills, shimmering lakes, and