1 Day Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary Safari Tour

Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Trust – Lake Victoria, Entebbe, Uganda

Experience a meaningful and educational wildlife encounter on this 1 Day Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary Safari Tour, a conservation-based excursion supporting rescued orphaned chimpanzees under the care of the Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary.

Located on the scenic waters of Lake Victoria, approximately 23 km offshore from Entebbe, Ngamba Island is a protected sanctuary home to over 50 rescued chimpanzees.

About Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary

Chimpanzee Sanctuary & Wildlife Conservation Trust manages Ngamba Island as a haven for orphaned chimpanzees rescued from poaching, illegal pet trade, and habitat loss.

Key facts:

• Home to 50+ rescued chimpanzees
• Approximately 100 acres of forested habitat
• Over 50 plant species are used as natural food sources
• Chimpanzees share about 98.5% DNA with humans
• Daily feeding and monitoring programs

Each visit directly contributes to wildlife conservation and chimpanzee care funding.

Tour Highlights

• Speedboat ride across Lake Victoria (45 minutes)
• Guided chimpanzee viewing experience
• Participation in chimpanzee feeding sessions (subject to rules)
• Educational conservation briefing
• Photography from viewing platforms
• Bird watching on the island
• Visit to local fishing communities (optional)
• Relaxation and nature experience

Detailed 1-Day Ngamba Island Itinerary

Morning: Departure from Entebbe

After an early breakfast, your guide transfers you to Entebbe Pier for a speedboat ride to Ngamba Island.

Arrival & Orientation

Upon arrival, receive a detailed orientation briefing about the sanctuary, chimpanzee behavior, and conservation efforts.

Chimpanzee Viewing Experience

From raised viewing platforms, observe chimpanzees during:

• Morning or afternoon feeding sessions
• Natural forest movement
• Social interaction and behavior

Chimpanzee Feeding Experience

Visitors may take part in supervised feeding sessions, offering fruits and vegetables to the chimpanzees (subject to sanctuary guidelines).

Optional Activities

• Bird watching
• Island photography
• Visit to nearby fishing villages
• Relaxation by Lake Victoria

Return to Entebbe

After an enriching conservation experience, return by boat to Entebbe in the afternoon or evening.

Ngamba Island Visiting Times

• Morning session: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
• Afternoon session: 12:45 PM – 5:00 PM

Important Visitor Guidelines

• No outside food or drinks allowed on the island
• Follow all conservation rules strictly
• Maintain distance from chimpanzees at all times
• Flash photography is not permitted
• Littering is strictly prohibited

What to Bring

• Sun hat
• Sunscreen
• Comfortable clothing
• Camera
• Light jacket (for boat ride)

Why Visit Ngamba Island?

This tour is perfect for travelers who want:

• A close-up chimpanzee experience
• A conservation-based safari activity
• A short half-day or full-day excursion from Entebbe
• Educational wildlife learning experiences
• Support for wildlife conservation in Uganda

Related Uganda Safari Tours

We also offer:

• Gorilla trekking in Bwindi
• Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest
• Wildlife safaris in Queen Elizabeth & Murchison Falls
• Sipi Falls hiking tours
• Lake Bunyonyi relaxation tours
• Rwenzori Mountains trekking