Kevin James and Simon Kaweesi, Volcanoes Safaris managers were honoured to participate in a private sector stakeholder meeting with Uganda Wildlife Authority, Conservation Through Public Health, Arcus Foundation Apes and tour operators discussing responsible ecotourism and great ape trekking protocols in Uganda.
Ensuring the risk of disease transmission from humans to gorillas and chimpanzees is minimized is essential to their long term survival.
Volcanoes Safaris is honored to be collaborating in this important dialogue with Uganda Wildlife Authority, conservation partners and tour operators to ensure great ape tourism in Uganda is conducted responsibly and sustainably.
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Tracking chimpanzees in their natural habitat, as they swing from the branches in the canopy high above the forest floor is nothing short of exhilarating. The chimps effortlessly cross and scamper through the trees above the gorge, and visitors on the other hand must cross the river using natural bridges in order to keep up with the chimps. So although the walk usually lasts only 2–3 hours, descending the steep gorge and crossing the log bridges over the river requires some agility and fitness.
Chimpanzee tracking is also available in nearby Kalinzu, a forest reserve 30 minutes drive from Kyambura Gorge Lodge where there is a community of about 40 habituated chimpanzees.
