Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary, situated on Lake Victoria in Uganda, provides a remarkable chance to see orphaned and rescued chimpanzees in their natural forest habitat. Founded in 1998, the sanctuary covers 100 acres, with 98% of it being forested, offering a secure refuge for more than 50 chimpanzees.
Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary, situated on Lake Victoria in Uganda, provides a remarkable chance to see orphaned and rescued chimpanzees in their natural forest habitat. Founded in 1998, the sanctuary covers 100 acres, with 98% of it being forested, offering a secure refuge for more than 50 chimpanzees.
- Kampala - Start the day with a morning pick-up from your hotel in Kampala or Entebbe. Travel by road to the Entebbe Waterfront Pier, conveniently located near the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre (UWEC). The journey typically takes between 1 to 1.5 hours, depending on traffic conditions.
- Lake Victoria Equator Entebbe - Upon arrival at the…
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Kampala - Start the day with a morning pick-up from your hotel in Kampala or Entebbe. Travel by road to the Entebbe Waterfront Pier, conveniently located near the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre (UWEC). The journey typically takes between 1 to 1.5 hours, depending on traffic conditions.
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Lake Victoria Equator Entebbe - Upon arrival at the pier, check in for your boat transfer to Ngamba Island. After a brief orientation and life jacket fitting, board either a speedboat or a traditional motorized canoe, depending on your package. The boat ride lasts about 45 minutes, offering stunning views of Lake Victoria, fishing boats, and small islands.
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Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary - Upon arrival, the sanctuary staff will warmly welcome you. A brief orientation session will introduce the sanctuary’s history, the chimpanzees’ stories, and the conservation mission.
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Ngamba Island - Head to the chimpanzee viewing platform to witness the morning feeding session. This is a unique opportunity to observe the chimps as they interact, play, and feed. Sanctuary staff will explain their behavior, hierarchy, and rehabilitation process.
After the feeding, enjoy a guided tour around the visitor areas, including the chimpanzee night enclosures, interpretation center, and optional boardwalk trails. During your walk, you might also spot monitor lizards, birds, and lake otters.
- Ngamba Island - Participate in a short community visit to a nearby fishing village (if included).
Take a nature walk or relax by the lake.
Join a second feeding session at 2:30 PM (optional and subject to boat schedule).
3:00 PM – Depart Ngamba Island
Board your boat and return across Lake Victoria to Entebbe. Enjoy the refreshing breeze and scenic views as you reflect on your unforgettable encounter with the chimpanzees.
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Kampala - Transfer Back to Kampala or Drop-Off in Entebbe
After docking in Entebbe, your driver will transfer you back to Kampala or drop you off at your Entebbe hotel or airport.
- Pickup and Drop off
- Entrance fee
- Bottled water
- Pickup and Drop off
- Entrance fee
- Bottled water
- Don’t move with saddles
- Personal expenses
- Don’t move with saddles
- Personal expenses
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
