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Who runs Volcanoes Safaris

3 hotels in 2 countries, with the people who lead them.


This page names who runs the 3 hotels run by Volcanoes Safaris on the world's leading hotel lists, each with a dated source. It is part of the full record of who runs the world's best hotels and changes as appointments are confirmed.

Last updated 14 November 2026. 3 hotels in 2 countries. Methodology and corrections.

Who leads Volcanoes Safaris

The executive leadership of Volcanoes Safaris, as the company's own website lists it (source, read 14 November 2026).

  • Praveen Moman, Founder
  • Shannon Karanja, General Manager
  • Kevin James, Chief Financial Officer (part time)

The hotels and who runs them

HotelGeneral ManagerExecutive Chef
Virunga LodgeRuhengeri, RwandaEmmanuel AhishakiyeManager, Virunga Lodge (source, 28 August 2026)Issa Karegeya
Kyambura Gorge LodgeGreater Queen Elizabeth National Park, UgandaPriscilla KasamaniKyambura Gorge Lodge Manager (source, September 2025)
Kibale LodgeKibale, UgandaTonny KayanjaKibale Lodge Manager (source, July 2026)Loyce Acom

From the book

How do the general managers of the world's leading hotels approach the job? It is the question behind The Luxury of Attention.

The lists covered and how each name is confirmed are set out on the main page. Independent hotels are listed there and by country. Corrections are welcome at press@theluxuryofattention.com.