(EMAILWIRE.COM, May 26, 2009 ) KAMPALA, Uganda— 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, is announcing a special offer to encourage great ape tourism. 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

For more information about Volcanoes Safaris, contact Jane Behrend at 866-599-APES (2737) or visit the website.

Contact Information:
Volcanoes Safaris
Stephanie Moreland
Tel: 832-755-7661
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