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Explore the wilderness, special ecosystems and the endangered great apes in the Albertine Rift

Discover the endangered mountain gorillas, the famous tree-climbing lions of Ishasha, and the chimpanzees of Kibale Forest and Kyambura Gorge on your safari with us. Explore the unique landscapes, forests, savannah, mountains and wetlands of the stunning but fragile Great Western Rift Valley. Experience the richness and traditions of the cultures of Rwanda and Uganda and participate in community and conservation projects around Volcanoes Safaris lodges. 

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Great Ape Safari Specialists in Rwanda and Uganda

Volcanoes Safaris are honoured to have been recognised for a number of recent awards. 

Best Hotels in AfricaTop Resorts and Safari Camps in Africa, and Best Travel Specialists in the World in the Conde Nast Travellers Readers Choice Awards 2021

Best African Safari Tours in Travel & Leisure’s World’s Best Awards 2021

10 Favorite Safari Lodges in Africa of 2023 in Travel & Leisure’s World’s Best Awards 2023

Thank you to all our guests, friends and supporters who voted for us!

Virunga VOLCANOES SAFARIS Mountain View

Contact us to book your Safari or learn more about how we are supporting conservation activities and local communities.

Featured Safaris

Booking Enquiry

To make a booking, please complete this form or click here to chat to one of our sales consultants via our live chat. Alternatively, send us an email on [email protected].
To protect gorillas from disease, no children under 15 years are allowed to go gorilla tracking. For guests booking a stay at Virunga Lodge, please note that the minimum age limit for children at Virunga Lodge is 12 years.

Booking Enquiry

To make a booking, please complete this form or click here to chat to one of our sales consultants via our live chat. Alternatively, send us an email on [email protected].
To protect gorillas from disease, no children under 15 years are allowed to go gorilla tracking. For guests booking a stay at Virunga Lodge, please note that the minimum age limit for children at Virunga Lodge is 12 years.
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Safari Activities

Chimpanzee Tracking

Tracking chimpanzees in their natural habitat, as they swing from the branches in the canopy high above the forest floor is nothing short of exhilarating. The chimps effortlessly cross and scamper through the trees above the gorge, and visitors on the other hand must cross the river using natural bridges in order to keep up with the chimps. So although the walk usually lasts only 2–3 hours, descending the steep gorge and crossing the log bridges over the river requires some agility and fitness.

Chimpanzee tracking is also available in nearby Kalinzu, a forest reserve 30 minutes drive from Kyambura Gorge Lodge where there is a community of about 40 habituated chimpanzees.