On 25 November 2016, “visionary conservationist” Praveen Moman, Founder of Volcanoes Safaris, delivered the keynote speech at the Congo Basin Forest Partnership’s 16th Meeting of Parties in Kigali, Rwanda. View all images of the 16th Meeting of @cbfp_pfbc Parties https://t.co/WZHo46mwJP pic.twitter.com/phEDOdG7aQ — CBFP-PFBC (@cbfp_pfbc) December 9, 2016 In his speech, Praveen discussed “The challenge of conservation travel… […]

Q: How long have you been working for Volcanoes Safaris? A: I have been working for Volcanoes for about five years now. I have spent most of my time here in Bwindi. Q: What is your favourite thing about working in Bwindi? I love working for Volcanoes Safaris and taking care of our guests. I… […]

Virunga Lodge commemorates Dian Fossey’s pioneering work with Map Room To commemorate the 30th anniversary of the death of Dian Fossey in 1986 and the 50th anniversary of the founding of Karisoke Research Centre by Fossey in 1967, Virunga Lodge is delighted to announce the building of the Dian Fossey Map Room. Facing the magical Virunga Volcanoes, the specially commissioned Dian Fossey Map Room, designed in conjunction with Studio FH,… […]

Q:How long have you been working for Volcanoes? A: My goodness – a very long time now! In July this year it will be twelve years Q: As a Ugandan, how did you end up in Rwanda? I am originally from Bushenyi, in Western Uganda. I started work for another Kenyan tour company who had… […]

We are excited to announce that Bwindi Bar has won the PURE Community Engagement Award for 2016! Thank you to everyone who voted for this amazing project. This could be the world’s first bar to win a community award! Congratulations to Bwindi Bar. Bwindi Bar received this recognition for training local disadvantaged youths in cooking,… […]

Linking Gorilla Conservation To Improved Healthcare: Dr Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka Dr. Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka is a leading conservationist and scientist working to save the critically endangered mountain gorillas in Uganda. Her mission is to “to improve African public health to save the gorillas from human borne illnesses”. Founded by Dr. Gladys, Conservation Through Public Health (CTPH) promotes… […]

Join us for Thanksgiving at Kyambura Gorge Lodge or Mount Gahinga Lodge between 18 – 27 November for a Turkey Day to remember! Nestled in the foothills of the Virungas, Mount Gahinga Lodge has the impressive backdrop of three volcanoes and is the perfect hiking and adventure lodge. The main building features a rustic living… […]

It is with great excitement that we announce the birth of another baby gorilla in Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park! To quote the Uganda Tourism Board: “It is official: Uganda’s mountain gorillas are in the baby boom!” On 11 November 2016, the adult female mountain gorilla Businza gave birth to a new baby. Mother… […]

We are delighted to announce that Virunga Lodge has been named Africa’s Best Romantic Retreat at the 6th Annual World Boutique Hotel Awards. The winners of the World Boutique Hotel Awards 2016 were announced this week at the glittering awards ceremony held at the Merchant Taylors’ Hall, London. The ceremony brought together an array of… […]

This festive season experience the unique Volcanoes Lodges in Uganda. Kyambura Gorge, Bwindi and Mount Gahinga await you. Stay three nights and only pay for two. Mount Gahinga Lodge, Mgahinga – The Hiking and Cultural Lodge Join us for a traditional Christmas lunch, presents for the children and Boxing Day volleyball match! Special seasonal offer… […]