VOLCANOES SAFARIS BLOG

Welcome to the Volcanoes Safaris Blog! Here you can read posts from our different bloggers on various topics surrounding Volcanoes and our unique insights into the culture of Uganda and Rwanda. We will also provide you with regular updates from the field on what's happening in and around our lodges.

 

Gorilla Diaries by Molly Feltner

Molly Feltner is an award-winning writer and photographer dedicated to telling stories about conservation and the natural world. Having extensively travelled throughout Uganda and Rwanda she will share her experiences and advice on travel to these regions.

Notes from the Jungle

Follow the adventures of the Volcanoes team in the field as they explore these vibrant lands of Eastern Africa! Bloggers will write from their different locations, Uganda-Rwanda-UK, about their experiences with the African culture from a variety of different angles. Don't miss out on their adventures and tips!

Volcanoes News

For bits and pieces of information about what's happening in Uganda and Rwanda that impacts on the cultures and communities of locals as well as the gorillas and other wildlife, follow the exploits in Volcanoes News. 

Guests in the Mist

From the misty jungles of Uganda and Rwanda here is a new tool for everyone who wishes to share their adventurous story after being on safari with us! If you have been on safari with Volcanoes and wish to tell your story, simply send an email with your post and images to marta@volcanoessafaris.com. 

LATEST POSTS

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14 December 2011
Volcanoes News
Praveen Moman, co-founder of Volcanoes Safaris, has joined the board of Imbabazi Orphanage, Rwanda.
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1 November 2011
Volcanoes News
Uganda is top of a list of the top destinations to travel to in 2012 according to Lonely Planet!
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18 October 2011
Volcanoes News
There have been recent press reports on tension in Somalia between Kenyan forces and Somali insurgents. As far as the situation in Uganda and Rwanda is concerned the situation rema...
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22 September 2011
Volcanoes News
Volcanoes is delighted to announce that the newest addition to the Volcanoes Collection, Kyambura Gorge Lodge is open.
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11 August 2011
Volcanoes News
On Sunday 7 August police in Ruhengeri arrested a group of men who were caught smuggling a baby gorilla into Rwanda from neighbouring Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
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6 August 2011
Volcanoes News
Gorilla permits for the summer months of 2011 have been almost completely sold out for many months now, but Volcanoes Safaris have some permits available for last minute bookings on the...
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5 August 2011
Volcanoes News
Too often stories involving poachers and endangered species don't have a happy ending. This time, however, thanks to the ongoing collaboration between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic...
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1 August 2011
Volcanoes News
Co-Founder of Volcanoes Safaris Praveen Moman will be a panelist at this fascinating event that explores the benefits and challenges of making a business out of what you love.
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29 July 2011
Volcanoes News
A roof exchange programme has been set up at the Volcanoes Kyambura Gorge Lodge as part of the Kyambura Gorge Partnership Project which links the lodge to the community, promotes the co...