Visit Ngamba Island & Experience Exclusive Chimpanzee Watching

Ngamba island chimpanzee sanctuary is the best place to spend time watching chimpanzee as they play, interact with each other and even watch what you are doing, is undoubtedly one of the many fascinating experiences you can enjoy in Uganda. The thrill of knowing that by visiting them on Ngamba Island you are directly contributing to their well-being, overall conservation of the species and supporting the local community gives additional meaning to your Uganda safari.

Ngamba Island is part of the Koome group of islands located on Lake Victoria, 23km southwest of Entebbe, Uganda. It consists of approximately 100 acres, 95 of which are forested and for use by the chimpanzees. Ngamba island chimpanzee sanctuary was established in October 1998 and is currently home to 49 orphaned rescued chimpanzees.

Day trips

Feeding times from the visitor viewing platform are at 11:00am and 2:30pm. You can view either of them. You are advised to arrive at the island at least 1 hour before the feeding so that you listen to an informative talk by the sanctuary staff, enjoy the island’s beautiful views, natural wildlife, bird life and activities such as volleyball, swimming in the Lake, kayaking and island shopping.

Overnight

An excursion over or more days, staying in our exclusive permanent tented camp on the island is worth your time. Each of the four tents overlooks the lake from its raised, private wooden deck and accommodates two persons in comfort with full sized twin beds, en suite bathroom and solar lighting. Freshly prepared sumptuous meals are provided in either our covered, or open dining area beside the Lake. Meals very but we try to cater for all tastes. Drinks are available on cash sale basis including water, sodas, beers, wine and a selection of spirits.

As well as viewing the chimpanzees from the viewing platform, visitors have lots of time to enjoy the island’s other facilities. The early mornings are particularly memorable as the chimpanzees nosily wake up at sunrise, calling loudly to anyone who is listening. At sunset huge numbers of bats are often seen as they fly out of the forest and into the colour ful sunset.

Care Giving Experiences

The unique experience offers you an amazing opportunity to spend time the chimpanzees. The caregiver experience is a 24-hour opportunity to be behind the scenes of the sanctuary and participate in the daily routine like preparing food, cleaning facilities, health checks and generally learning more about the efforts needed to take care of the chimpanzees.

The caregiver and Ngamba trail activities may only be included as part of the overnight excursion to Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary and they require advance booking. Care giving requires specific vaccinations and health requirements (more than the ones required for travel to Africa) that need to be fulfilled well in advance.

Other Activities

• Sunset
• Volunteering packages
• Students camping
• Retreats
• Boat rides
• Photography
• Fishing
• Hiking
• Community culture experience

Meeting / Departure point

All trips depart from Entebbe. Contact us for departure times. We meet at waterfront club in Entebbe town where safe parking is available and pre-trip briefing is conducted before proceeding on foot to the pier. Transport from your local hotel can be arranged in advance upon request.