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One Day Visit to Chimp Island

Availability : February 2024 to February 2026

Uganda Wildlife Education Center, Entebbe

Ngamba Chimp Island, Lake Victoria

Min Age : 5+

Care taker, Alan Mugerwa, is photographed with female chimp, Nnaku, in the forest at the Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary in Lake Victoria, Uganda. Nnaku means ‘sorrows’ in Luganda because she arrived after Ngamba Island had lost another chimpanzee named Yiki to pneumonia and also because the island was sad to receive yet another orphan. Nakuu was being held by a man in Kampala who had brought her from DR. C. After reading an article about chimpanzees and the law pertaining to them, he handed her over to the authorities. Nnaku quickly settled in with the juveniles but retains her close bond with Nani, with whom she spent five months within quarantine. She is very low ranking in the group; Rutoto, Rambo and Kikyo usually tease her. Photo by: Julia Cumes/IFAW

Tour Summary

If you are looking for a unique and memorable experience, you might want to consider visiting Ngamba Chimp Island on Lake Victoria. This is a sanctuary for rescued and orphaned chimpanzees, where you can observe their natural behavior and learn more about their conservation. We hope you enjoy your one-day trip to Ngamba Chimp Island, starting and ending at the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre (UWEC) zoo in Entebbe. We made this tour possible as a tribute to legendary conservationist, Jane Goodall.

Departure & Return Location

Uganda Wildlife Education Center, Entebbe.

Departure Time

3 Hours Before Flight Time

Price Includes

German, Swahili & English speaking Tour Guide
All Entry Fees
All transportation in destination location

Price Excludes

Tips to Local Guides
Any Private Expenses

Complementaries

Hospitable Africa T-shirt
Free Swahili to English language Booklet
Free Map of Uganda

What to Expect

A well-blended mix of nature and culture with plenty of photogenic moments, so remember to carry your camera
Friendly & Welcoming Staff
Equatorial & Tropical weather conditions with un-announced rainfall so your raincoat/ raingear could come in handy.
Sunscreen & Insect repellant cream are must-haves
Uganda Shillings is the currency used in the target destination for this tour.

Itinerary

Day 1Uganda Wildlife Education Center + Boat ride to Chimp Island & Back

Morning:

Take a guided tour of the UWEC zoo, which is home to various animals native to Uganda, such as lions, elephants, giraffes, rhinos, and more. You can also enjoy some interactive activities, such as feeding the giraffes or riding the camels.

Mid-Morning:

At approximately 10:00 am, we hop aboard a boat from the UWEC jetty and head to Ngamba Chimp Island, which is about 23 km away. The boat ride takes anywhere between 45 minutes to an hour and offers scenic views of Lake Victoria and its islands.
Upon arrival at Ngamba Chimp Island, you will be welcomed by the staff and given a brief orientation about the sanctuary and its history. You will also learn about the chimpanzees’ personalities, habits, and challenges.
You will have the opportunity to watch the first feeding session of the day, where the chimpanzees come to the edge of the forest to receive fruits and vegetables from the caregivers. You can observe their interactions and behaviors from a raised platform and take photos and videos as well.
After the feeding session, you can explore the island on foot or by bicycle as you enjoy the natural beauty and tranquility of the place. You can also visit the gift shop and buy some souvenirs or snacks.

Early Afternoon:

At about 12:30 pm, you will have lunch at the visitor center, where you can choose from a variety of dishes, including local and international cuisine. You can also relax and chat with the staff and other visitors.
At 1:30 pm, you will have another chance to watch the second feeding session of the day, where you can see more chimpanzees coming out of the forest. You can also ask questions to the caregivers and learn more about their work and challenges.
At 2:30 pm we say our goodbyes to Mankind’s closest cousin as you board the boat back to Entebbe, where you can enjoy the views of Lake Victoria again. You will arrive at UWEC jetty around 3:20 pm.
At UWEC zoo, you can spend some more time exploring the exhibits or participating in some activities. You can also visit the souvenir shop or have a snack at the cafeteria.
By 5:00 pm, your trip to Ngamba Chimp Island will come to an end. You can take a taxi or a boda-boda (motorcycle taxi) back to your hotel or airport.

We hope you enjoy this itinerary and have a wonderful time at Ngamba Chimp Island. Please remember to respect the chimpanzees and their environment and support their conservation efforts. Thank you for choosing us as your travel partner. We hope to see you again soon, Have a safe trip.