Volcanoes is the only company to have built its own exclusive eco-lodges near three gorilla parks and are currently building Kyambura Gorge Lodge next to a threatened community of chimpanzees. Our eco-lodges are thought to be the best in the region.
We believe that ecotourism in these remote areas needs to respect the culture of local communities, their modest economic means and the fragility of the environment. Providing western standards of comfort needs to be balanced with the pressure local people face in obtaining food and clean water. In designing our eco-lodges, therefore, we ensure that water consumption is reduced and waste disposal controlled, and solar power is used instead of generators.
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The eco-lodges, conceived and built by Praveen and a team of African builders, led by John Ssemanda, reflect local architecture. With the help of Prabhat Poddar, an expert on Vasthu, they incorporate ancient Indian concepts of harmonizing the energy of buildings with the earth. Robin Pendleton, a designer from New York, acts as a consultant to create locally inspired interiors.
Volcanoes the only company in the world to have its own properties near three mountain gorilla parks.
Click here for more information on Volcanoes’ ecotourism ‘People, Principles & Partnerships |
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