Pioneers of gorilla and chimpanzee eco-tourism in Uganda and Rwanda since 1997.
We have had a clear vision during our 25 year journey: to develop lodges that are sensitive to local culture and aesthetics, connect to local communities and conservation of great ape species and seek to use resources responsibly.
The Volcanoes team is excited to welcome you to our lodges and to share the rich culture, history, and hospitality traditions of the Great Lakes Region of Africa.
Uganda: Volcanoes Safaris, the pioneer of gorilla and chimpanzee ecotourism in Uganda and Rwanda since 1997, announces the opening of Kibale Lodge in Uganda on 1 July 2024.
Volcanoes Safaris Partnership Trust (VSPT) is pleased to announce the launch of a lion and large carnivore monitoring project, based at Kyambura Gorge Lodge in Queen Elizabeth National Park in Uganda.
In January 2023 Praveen Moman, Founder Volcanoes Safaris, hosted ‘The Future of Gorillas and Chimpanzees in the Albertine Rift’, a panel discussion to mark our 25th anniversary.
Kigali, Rwanda (20 May 2022): Volcanoes Safaris is pleased to announce a long term partnership to support the new Ellen Fossey Campus for its vital work to protect gorillas in the wild.
Volcanoes Safaris is delighted to announce a long-term partnership between the Jane Goodall Institute Uganda (JGI) and Volcanoes Safaris Partnership Trust (VSPT) for supporting the lost chimpanzees of Kyambura Gorge.
Volcanoes Safaris and DEG are pleased to announce a joint partnership to provide Covid-19 healthcare and training to support job security, conservation and communities in Rwanda and Uganda.
Volcanoes Safaris Lodges have reopened and we are delighted to be sharing our magical and unique world with you again.
The gorilla parks in Rwanda and Uganda are now open with protocols in place to protect gorillas and guests.
Virunga Lodge celebrates its 15th anniversary!
Volcanoes Safaris has been at the forefront of reviving gorilla and chimpanzee tourism in Uganda and Rwanda since 1997.
To celebrate the 15th anniversary of Virunga Lodge, plans for re-imagining the property will be unveiled on 18 November 2019.
Following the launch of the Kyambura Gorge Eco-tourism Project in February 2019 and the refurbishment of Kyambura Gorge Lodge throughout 2018 and 2019, Volcanoes Safaris is proud to share 2 new videos:
