Discover the endangered mountain gorillas, the famous tree-climbing lions of Ishasha, and the chimpanzees of Kibale Forest and Kyambura Gorge on your safari with us. Explore the unique landscapes, forests, savannah, mountains and wetlands of the stunning but fragile Great Western Rift Valley. Experience the richness and traditions of the cultures of Rwanda and Uganda and participate in community and conservation projects around Volcanoes Safaris lodges.
Book your safari with our expert safari sales consultants. The sales team is dedicated to providing guests with a carefully curated safari experience that includes award-winning lodges, exceptional wildlife viewing, and exclusive access to unique conservation and community activities.
The Volcanoes team are excited to share the rich culture, history, and hospitality traditions of the Great Lakes Region of Africa. We look forward to hosting you on safari.
The two primary safaris that we promote are Virunga/Gahinga for gorillas, golden monkeys and Batwa culture, and Bwindi and Kyambura for gorillas and chimps.
The Volcanoes Safaris Partnership Trust (VSPT), established in 2009, is a non-profit organisation that connects Volcanoes’ Rwanda and Uganda lodges to the neighbouring communities and conservation activities. The VSPT receives funding through Volcanoes Safaris, which contributes $50 per night from each guest staying at a Volcanoes lodge, as well as grants from conservation organisations, private donations by our guests and others.
Volcanoes Safaris are honoured to have been recognised for a number of recent awards.
Best Hotels in Africa, Top Resorts and Safari Camps in Africa, and Best Travel Specialists in the World in the Conde Nast Travellers Readers Choice Awards 2021
Best African Safari Tours in Travel & Leisure’s World’s Best Awards 2021
Newsweek The Future of Travel Awards 2021
10 Favorite Safari Lodges in Africa of 2023 in Travel & Leisure’s World’s Best Awards 2023
Independent Hotel in the Marie Claire UK Sustainability Awards 2023
20 Favorite Safari Lodges and Safari Outfitters in Africa of 2024 in Travel & Leisure’s World’s Best Awards 2024
Thank you to all our guests, friends and supporters who voted for us!
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Write to us on [email protected] or send us a message via the form on our contact page.
Rwanda: +250 (0) 252 502 452
Uganda: +256 (0) 414 346 464
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.
