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3-Day Ngamba Island Tour

Ngamba Island on Lake Victoria is Uganda's most unique conservation experience — a 100-acre chimpanzee sanctuary for rescued orphan chimps run by the Chimpanzee Sanctuary & Wildlife Conservation Trust. Reach it by boat from Entebbe, stay overnight on the island, and join feeding sessions in the wild forest.

3 days

Entebbe → Lake Victoria → Ngamba Island

2–10

Easy

From $500

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Ngamba Island on Lake Victoria is Uganda's most unique conservation experience — a 100-acre chimpanzee sanctuary for rescued orphan chimps run by the Chimpanzee Sanctuary & Wildlife Conservation Trust. Reach it by boat from Entebbe, stay overnight on the island, and join feeding sessions in the wild forest.

Highlights 3 inclusions

Chimp sanctuary visit

Route Entebbe → Lake Victoria → Ngamba Island

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Price point From $500

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Itinerary

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Day 1

Entebbe → Ngamba Island by Boat

45-minute boat crossing from Entebbe jetty to Ngamba Island on Lake Victoria. Afternoon feeding session where chimps come to the forest edge. Introduction to conservation team. Overnight island accommodation.

Day 2

Full Island Conservation Day

Morning chimp feeding session — watch up to 49 rescued chimps arrive through the forest. Optional volunteer keeper-for-a-day experience. Afternoon boat trip around Lake Victoria fishing villages. Overnight island.

Day 3

Ngamba → Entebbe

Final morning session. Boat return to Entebbe. Optional afternoon Entebbe Wildlife Education Centre visit or town tour before departure.

Inclusions

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Included

Boat transfers to/from Ngamba Island
Island accommodation (2 nights)
Chimp feeding session fees
All meals on island
Conservation education session
Bottled water throughout

Not included

International flights
Optional keeper-for-a-day fee
Travel insurance
Personal expenses

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★★★★★

Completely unique experience. The orphan chimp stories were heartbreaking and inspiring. Waking up on the island to chimp calls was unforgettable.

Lisa M. · Australia

★★★★

Short but memorable. Perfect add-on before/after an Entebbe flight. The conservation message really stayed with me.

David S. · UK

FAQ

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Can I swim on Ngamba Island?

Yes — there is a small swimming area on the island. Lake Victoria is bilharzia-free in this area but always check with your guide.

How many chimps live on the island?

Currently 49 rescued chimpanzees, most confiscated from illegal trade or rescued after losing their mothers to bushmeat hunters.

Is this suitable for children?

Yes — excellent for children. The conservation education is engaging and the chimps are clearly visible during feeding.

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Keywords

Ngamba Island UgandaNgamba Island chimpanzee sanctuaryLake Victoria Uganda tourEntebbe chimp sanctuaryUganda conservation tour

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