1-Day Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary Tour from Entebbe

1 Day Round trip from Kampala or Entebbe Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary, a refuge for orphaned and rescued chimpanzees
02 Watch the chimpanzees feed from a raised platform along the sanctuary's edge
03 Enjoy scenic views of Lake Victoria with chances to spot forest birds and other wildlife
04 Stop at the equator, where you can swim if you wish
05 If time allows, visit the Uganda Wildlife Education Center to see more animals

Visit Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary on a guided tour from Entebbe and discover a refuge for orphaned and rescued chimpanzees. Learn about the sanctuary's history, goals, and objectives at the visitor center before meeting the chimpanzee caregivers for an orientation. Watch the chimpanzees feed from a raised platform along the sanctuary's edge, then enjoy scenic views of Lake Victoria with chances to spot forest birds and other wildlife. The day also includes lunch, a stop at the equator where you can swim if you wish, and, if time allows, a visit to the Uganda Wildlife Education Center.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Kampala, Entebbe, Lake Victoria, Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary and Lake Victoria Excursion

Breakfast: Begin your day with a delicious breakfast.
Transfer: Head to the shores of Lake Victoria in Entebbe.
Boat: Board a boat to Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary.
Visit: Visit the visitor center to learn about the sanctuary's history, goals, and objectives.
Orientation: Meet the chimpanzee caregivers, who will guide you through an orientation and take you to a raised platform along the sanctuary's edge.
Activity: Watch the chimpanzees feed and go about their daily routines.
Wildlife viewing: Enjoy the scenic views of Lake Victoria and spot forest birds and other wildlife.
Lunch: Enjoy lunch.
Stop: Make a stop at the equator, where you can swim if you wish.
Optional visit: If time allows, visit the Uganda Wildlife Education Center to see more animals.
Return: Return to your hotel.