Emmanuel Ahishakiye, Manager Virunga Lodge, welcomed guests to the 20th anniversary celebration. He led a minute’s silence for the 30th commemoration of the 1994 Genocide Against Tutsi. He also mentioned some of thecommunity projectsthat Virunga has supported. Praveen Moman, Founder Volcanoes Safaris, hosted an informal panel conversation on gorilla conservation and ecotourism with Prosper Uwingeli […]
Volcanoes Safaris Partnership Trust (VSPT) Project Coordinators are honoured to present the 2023 Annual Report. Read the full report below to learn how over 7,000 beneficiaries have been supported during the year. Highlights 2023 has been a successful year for VSPT. The projects continue to enrich the livelihoods of local communities, promote conservation and reduce […]
We are delighted that Volcanoes Safaris lodges are nominated in the Condé Nast Traveller’s Readers’ Choice Awards 2024! It is an honour for Bwindi Lodge, Kyambura Gorge Lodge, Mount Gahinga Lodge, and Virunga Lodge to have been nominated for this prestigious award. Please support Volcanoes Safaris and take a moment to vote for us! […]
We are delighted to announce that Betty Nassuna, Sales Manager Volcanoes Safaris, has been named a Top Traveler Specialist by Condé Nast Traveler. Condé Nast has recognised Betty’s experience and knowledge, referring to her as a ‘magician’ in crafting the perfect great ape safari. Betty comments; “I love creating the finest experiences for my guests […]
Volcanoes Safaris, the pioneer of gorilla and chimpanzee eco-tourism in Uganda and Rwanda since 1997, announces the opening of Kibale Lodge in Uganda on July 01, 2024. Bookings are now open! Volcanoes’ fifth lodge, is a landmark development: it creates a unique circuit linking the finest gorilla and chimpanzee sites in Africa. Kibale Lodge will comprise eight bandas, plus a spa and pool. Four bandas will […]
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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.
