To celebrate 2009 being named the UN “Year of the Gorilla”, Volcanoes Safaris, a unique great ape ecotourism business that specializes in mountain gorilla safaris to Uganda and Rwanda, has announced two special offers to encourage great ape tourism. These special offers have been extended through 2010. Please read on for additional information about these two offers:

Volcanoes Safaris Announces Special Offers a Free Mountain Gorilla Permit to Commemorate the “Year of the Gorilla”

Right now, Volcanoes Safaris is offering a free second gorilla permit (a $500 value) for travelers that book a safari that is 6 days or longer. Every gorilla permit that is purchased promotes the protection of the gorilla national parks and benefits the surrounding communities while supporting the conservation of the extremely threatened mountain gorilla. Sensitive tourism is central to the survival of the gorillas, and Volcanoes Safaris has created a comprehensive set of ecotourism practices that have both supported local communities and aided in the conservation of the gorillas through tourism. Because of this business ethos, Volcanoes Safaris believes that it is vital to encourage travelers to visit the area and go mountain gorilla tracking to support the conservation of this delicate ecosystem as each gorilla permit purchased directly promotes the protection of these animals.

This offer is valid on all Tailor-made and Scheduled safaris longer than 6 days and includes:

U1 & UGS 1 – Classic Uganda and Rwanda (12 days)
R2 & RWS 2 – Classic Rwanda and Uganda (12 days)
R 7 & RWS 7 – Discover Rwanda (9 days)
R1 & RWS 1 – Gorillas in the Virungas and Bwindi (8 days)
R3 – Gorillas in PNV and Southern Bwindi (6 days)
U2 and UGS2 Gorillas, Wildlife and Chimps (7 days) – one tracking only
U9 and UGS 9 Gorilla and wildlife in Lake Mburo, Bwindi – one tracking only

Volcanoes Safaris Offers Two Free Nights at Mount Gahinga Lodge to Commemorate the “Year of the Gorilla”

Right now, travelers who book any tailor-made gorilla safari to Rwanda or Bwindi from Kigali are offered two free nights at Mount Gahinga Lodge at Mgahinga National Park in Uganda. This offer, worth almost $1000 per person, entitles visitors to free nights at this stunning lodge that’s nestled in the foothills of the Virunga volcanoes on the border of Uganda, Rwanda, and the DRC. The lodge is being newly renovated, with an added sunroom that faces the volcanoes and a terrace and lush gardens. Aside from mountain gorilla tracking, visitors can climb a volcano, go birding, or just take a hike in one of the most beautiful landscapes in Africa. Through Volcanoes Safaris integrated ecotourism business practices, each tourist plays a direct role in promoting the conservation of the great apes and this precious ecosystem. Through Volcanoes unique programs, local communities also benefit from sensitive tourism practices in this area.

For more information, visit the website at www.volcanoessafaris.com.

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