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In the Footsteps of Dian Fossey
Quintessential Safari Experiences Guided by Dian's Former Research Staff
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Sunny Easter Greetings from East Africa!
In this month's newsletter, we would like to present our exclusive Small Group Tours, personally guided by our specialist Tour Leaders comprised of the former research staff and colleagues of the legendary gorilla primatologist, the late Dian Fossey. Our Tour Leaders will share their stories of what it was like working with Dian and provide insights into how mountain gorilla conservation has progressed over the years:
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"The impact Dian Fossey has had on gorilla conservation is still felt to this very day. Her research and understanding changed the world’s perception of mountain gorillas and saved them from extinction. For the first time ever, Travulous is pulling back the curtain so our guests can hear the stories, first-hand, from the very people who worked with Dian to make it possible”
Richard Pfäffli, Co-Founder of Travulous and former Travel Provider & Tour Consultant for The Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund
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The work of Dian Fossey, as documented in her book and portrayed in the movie ‘Gorillas in the Mist’, is the stuff of legends. In addition to being led by Fossey’s former research staff, Travulous’ Small Group Tours will also visit the original Karisoke Research Center, the Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund, and the grave of Dian Fossey, including the gorilla cemetery which was the final resting place of some of her favourite gorillas. In the evenings, you have the opportunity to enjoy after-dinner presentations by renowned Gorilla Conservation Organisations.
Having worked with Dian Fossey in Rwanda at the original Karisoke Research Centre in the 1970s and 1980s, today our Tour Leaders are working at the very forefront of conservation. For example, Ian Redmond, who introduced David Attenborough to the gorillas for the BBC's 'Life on Earth' series, is a conservation advisor for organisations including the Born Free Foundation, the Gorilla Organization, the Orangutan Foundation, and International Fund for Animal Welfare. Ian established and chairs the Ape Alliance and the African Ele-Fund. Another one of our Tour Leaders, Craig Sholley, is the Senior Vice President of the African Wildlife Foundation (AWF). AWF is the Rwandan government’s partner in its flagship program to expand Volcanoes National Park. For the National Geographic Society, Craig surveyed the conservation status of mountain gorillas in Rwanda, Uganda and DRC in 1995.
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"If you work in the travel trade and are looking for a true differentiator, then look no further! Travulous' Small Group Tours offer a one-of-a-kind travel experience, which no other travel company in East Africa can provide. Let us inspire you, making it easy for you to plan an unforgettable trip for your customers"
Kristin McGee, Co-Founder of Travulous
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Last but not least, we have included in this month's newsletter a video which was recorded at the beginning of 2018, two days after Kristin and Richard had decided to set up Travulous. They were still living in London and although they had every intention of moving to East Africa, they hadn't yet boarded the flight for their new life in Kigali. The video is unprocessed and unedited, and was taken in the midst of setting up a temporary office space until they could move into something more established. From humble beginnings, the video demonstrates how far Travulous has evolved in the space of 6+ years to be named an award-winning DMC by LUXlife magazine. | |
For additional information, click on the blue links to view the complete biographies of our specialist Tour Leaders, all of whom worked with Dian Fossey at the original Karisoke Research Center in the 1970s and 1980s. | |
Accompanied by our Tour Leaders Ian, Craig, Peter or John, do you want to visit some of the most sought-after safari and beach locations in the world, including the Maasai Mara, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti, Mgahinga National Park, Volcanoes National Park and Zanzibar? To view our flagship itineraries click on the links below: | | |
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Looking for something else?
If your preference is not to travel as part of a group, and instead would like our team to tailor-make and modify these itineraries to match your particular interests, budget, and travel dates, then please get in touch with us.
Alternatively, you can view a sample of our Tailor-Made Itineraries here, or read about them including some of East Africa's most popular Wildlife Sanctuaries and Behind-The-Scenes visits in February's newsletter.
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WE HAVE COME A LONG WAY IN THE LAST 6 YEARS!
This video was taken at the beginning of 2018, whilst Kristin and Richard were still living in London before their move to Rwanda. Since then, Travulous has built a team of 22 (and counting) inspiring individuals, whose key focus is to provide Travulous’ guests with East Africa’s most rewarding and unforgettable travel experiences.
Working from our two regional offices in Kigali and Kampala, we recently won our 1st travel and tourism award, as 'Leading Experts in Tour Operations & Destination Management - Rwanda'.
Travulous is growing quickly and the future looks bright. The company plans to continue expanding its team and to open new offices in Kenya and Tanzania in the not-too-distant future.
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RWANDA OFFICE:
Anglican Business Centre, KK 18 Avenue, Giporoso, Kigali
Tel: +250 786 415 499
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UGANDA OFFICE:
The Acacia Mall, 14-18 Cooper Road, Kisimenti District, Kampala
Tel: +256 742 037 702
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