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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5 December 2012
Volcanoes News
National Geographic defines Uganda as 'Africa's new frontier' and names it in its Best of the World 2013! Every year the editors of the National Geographic Traveler choo...
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5 December 2012
Volcanoes News
The Rwanda Development Board has issued a statement, included below, reiterating that travel to Rwanda is not compromised and is still encouraged. Their statement reads as follows:
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4 December 2012
Volcanoes News
ATTA President Shannon Stowell has signed a formal agreement that sees ATTA support 'The Code', with the backing of the advisory board and in front of the gathered associates at the 201...
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4 December 2012
Volcanoes News
Update on the situation in Eastern DRC and Rwanda 4 December 2012 Concerted regional efforts to bring stability to the city of Goma and North Kivu province in the Eastern part of the D...
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3 December 2012
Volcanoes News
As we recently reported, the Nyakagezi gorilla group has returned to Mgahinga National Park and have stayed long enough for the park authorities to begin releasing permits to track them...
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29 November 2012
Notes from the Jungle
Volcanoes Safaris recently planned a special adventure weekend for residents of Kampala at Volcanoes Mount Gahinga Lodge in Kisoro, Uganda, which I was put in charge of organizing on th...
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28 November 2012
Volcanoes News
Dr Jane Goodall, world renowned expert on chimpanzees, UN Messenger of Peave and Founder of the Jane Goodall Institute is delivering a talk at the Royal Institution on Monday 3rd Decemb...
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28 November 2012
Volcanoes News
Update on the situation in Goma in Eastern DRC 28 November 2012 There have been continuing reports of instability in recent days near the city of Goma and North Kivu province in the E...
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27 November 2012
Volcanoes News
Volcanoes Safaris is delighted to announce the opening of a new photo competition! The photo competition asks for you to submit your photos of Uganda or Rwanda. Photos can be of anythi...