Chimpanzee Sanctuary& Wildlife Conservation Trust
Founded in 1998, we are a leading Non-Governmental Organization dedicated to promoting the understanding, appreciation, and conservation of chimpanzees and their habitats.
Boat Departures
9:00 AM Speedboat Departure & 12:45 PM Speedboat Departure
Feeding / Viewing Times
Daily Feeding & Viewing: 7:30 AM, 11:00 AM, 2:30 PM & 6:30 PM
Entry Policy
Prior booking required for all visitors to Ngamba Island Sanctuary.
Dedicated to Primate Welfare & Habitat Protection
Established in 1998, the Chimpanzee Sanctuary and Wildlife Conservation Trust (Chimpanzee Trust) manages Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary and leads field conservation efforts across critical forest corridors in Uganda.
The Chimpanzee Trust is among the leaders in chimpanzee-focused environmental conservation, providing excellent care of rescued chimpanzees, contributing to public awareness, and engaging with communities living alongside chimpanzee populations.
We accomplish our mission through three main programs: Sanctuary Care, Environmental Education, and Wildlife Conservation.
Sanctuary & Welfare
Providing lifelong care, high-quality medical attention, and a natural forest environment for 54 orphaned and rescued chimpanzees.
Field Conservation
Working with local communities to restore degraded forest corridors and prevent human-wildlife conflict in Western Uganda.
Education & Outreach
Inspiring the next generation through school conservation clubs, teacher training, and community environmental workshops.
Explore Ngamba Island
Discover the forest habitat, sanctuary enclosures, and Lake Victoria shoreline.
Experience Ngamba Island
Plan your day visit or overnight luxury ecolodge retreat on Lake Victoria
Half-Day & Full-Day Excursions
Enjoy a thrilling speedboat ride from Entebbe, observe chimpanzee feeding from the elevated viewing platform, and learn from expert caregivers.
Luxury Overnight Ecolodge
Stay in self-contained safari tents with private Lake Victoria views, nocturnal wildlife sounds, sunset cruises, and intimate caregiver talks.
Watch 54 Rescued Chimpanzees Flourish
Witness the daily lives, social bonds, and feeding times of rescued chimpanzees living safely in their natural forest home on Lake Victoria.
Donate
Your support helps us provide food, medical care, and enrichment for our chimpanzees.
Support Our WorkTo promote the understanding, appreciation, and protection of chimpanzees and their habitats in Uganda, ensuring their survival for future generations.
As a leading Non-Governmental Organization, we work across the Albertine Rift and local communities to protect wildlife through education, conservation programs, and rescuing orphaned chimpanzees. Every donation goes directly towards their well-being and securing a future for wild populations.
Adopt a Chimpanzee Today
By adopting a chimpanzee, you provide essential fruits, vegetables, veterinary care, and sanctuary maintenance for an orphan chimp.
Sunday
Born around 1997. Sunday was confiscated from a circus. He is very bipedal (walks on two legs) often and is known for his unique intelligence.
Adopt Sunday
Mawa
Mawa is known for his distinct face. He is a bit of a loner but is respected by the other males.
Adopt Mawa
Asega
Asega is a very active male who loves to display. He is close friends with the alpha males and supports them in maintaining order.
Remember Asega
Adopt a Chimp
Have a look around to see the chimpanzees. Choose a chimp profile and continue straight into the guardianship flow.
Adopt OneGFAS Accredited Sanctuary
Our Impact
Measuring twenty-seven years of dedication to chimpanzee welfare and conservation.
Acres of Natural Forest
Rescued Chimpanzees
Years of Conservation
Species of Birds
Visit the sanctuary
Find Us on Lake Victoria
Ngamba Island, Lake Victoria, Uganda
Located 23 km (14 miles) southeast of Entebbe town on Lake Victoria, accessible via 45-minute speedboat or 90-minute traditional motorized canoe.
- Coordinates
- 0.105° S, 32.655° E
- Island access
- By boat from Entebbe
Explore Ngamba Island on the map.
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