A new safari, giveaways and tree planting commemorate the milestone
Kampala, UGANDA – This year Volcanoes Safaris celebrates fifteen years as a leader in the safari and adventure travel world. Established in 1997 by Praveen Mom an and Yusuf Mulim a Mubiru, Volcanoes Safaris’ journey has been at the forefront of the revival of adventure and eco- tourism in Uganda and Rwanda.
“The Volcanoes team has worked hard to overcome the legacy of conflict in the 1990s and rebuild tourism in this area throughout the past fifteen years,” says Praveen Moman, co-founder and managing director of Volcanoes Safaris. “Today we celebrate the close and warm relationships we have developed with many travelers from around the world; the many travel companies that have supported us, the commitment of our staff, our partnerships with communities and of course the people of Uganda and Rwanda. Over the next fifteen years, we will continue to refine the unique eco-luxury experiences we offer our guests and continue to be one of the world’s leading adventure brands.”
As part of this year’s milestone celebration, Volcanoes announces a new safari: 7 Day Gorillas in Rwanda and Chimps and Wildlife in Uganda. The safari will take guests from the forested slopes of the Virunga Volcanoes, through the vast savannah plains of the W estern Rift Valley to the shores of Lake Victoria. The journey starts with gorilla tracking in the lush forests of the Virunga Volcanoes, where guests will spend three nights at the
Volcanoes Virunga Lodge. From there, it continues with three nights at Volcanoes Kyambura Gorge Lodge*, with chimp tracking and game viewing in Queen Elizabeth National Park, which offers an intimate safari unspoilt by mass tourism, with elephants, lions - including the unusual tree-climbing lions of Ishasha - buffalo, leopards, hippos and antelope. Throughout the safari, travelers will be accompanied by trained, knowledgeable guides.
Additionally, Volcanoes Safaris i s launching the following initiatives to commemorate this milestone year:
- 15 Prizes: The first 15 confirm ed safaris using the code ‘15YEARS,’ receive 15% off the standard itinerary price
- Volcanoes Safaris is planting 15 trees in Kyam bura Gorge for every three safaris sold. The trees are planted in the restoration areas in Uganda around the VS lodges
- Series of special events
* The Kyambura Gorge Lodge was named one of the best hotels in 2012 by Condé Nast Traveler and was featured on this year’s “Hot List.”