Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary

Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary is home to 52 orphaned/ rescued chimpanzees providing welfare and a safe haven to them in a near-wild environment.

Chimpanzee Trust’s activities include welfare of individual captive chimpanzees entrusted to its care, long-term management of a sanctuary for confiscated individuals that cannot be returned to the wild, intervention to assist individuals in the wild when deemed necessary, conservation education of the general Ugandan public with particularly emphasis on chimpanzees, ecotourism, community particip

ation, capacity building through training, and building viable national, regional and international partnerships on chimpanzee conservation. Chimpanzee Trust views the role of the chimpanzee as one of the key flagship species for conservation of wildlife in general and as an opportunity to address wider issues affecting the plight of wildlife conservation in general, both ex-situ and in-situ. Chimpanzee Trust ensures that all its work has the support and involvement of key stakeholders including local community and, as much as possible, becomes economically self-sustaining.

Congratulations to our winners 2026
31/05/2026

Congratulations to our winners 2026

The peacekeeper of the island was injured during a conflict deep within the forest. Tumbo, known for his calm nature and...
20/05/2026

The peacekeeper of the island was injured during a conflict deep within the forest. Tumbo, known for his calm nature and for promoting peace among the young and juvenile chimpanzees, unfortunately found himself caught in a fight.

Caregivers heard commotion coming from the forest, and later that evening Tumbo returned with a deep cut on his left shoulder. Thankfully, the sanctuary veterinarian, Dr. Aaron Batamye, quickly treated and repaired the wound.

Tumbo is recovering well and, before long, he will be back to his peaceful self.

Thank you for the continued support to chimpanzees at Ngamba Island!

Update
19/05/2026

Update

Nakuu was having a good time grooming with young Silver at the edge of the forest
12/05/2026

Nakuu was having a good time grooming with young Silver at the edge of the forest

Come for immersive Chimpanzee Experience.
04/05/2026

Come for immersive Chimpanzee Experience.

01/05/2026

Inside the enclosure, Mawa found himself surrounded by lake flies—non-harmful, but quite disturbing

09/04/2026

Mother and son

Pant hoots friends, fans and supporters from Billi and Sara stayed in the forest last evening, and when our team arrived...
09/04/2026

Pant hoots friends, fans and supporters from Billi and Sara stayed in the forest last evening, and when our team arrived today for routine checks, we found them looking hungry but patiently waiting for breakfast. These longtime companions have chosen to remain together, a bond that continues to thrive

05/04/2026
It is a great honor and privilege to welcome His Royal Highness Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II, the Kabaka of Buganda, to our ...
04/04/2026

It is a great honor and privilege to welcome His Royal Highness Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II, the Kabaka of Buganda, to our conservation community at Ngamba Island.

We are deeply grateful for his presence, his continued support for conservation efforts, and his commitment to protecting Uganda’s natural heritage. His visit inspires us to keep working tirelessly for wildlife and environmental preservation.

Webale nnyo, Ssaabasajja, for your kindness and leadership. Owangale ayi Ssabasajja

Address

Ngamba Island On Lake Victoria
Entebbe Town

Opening Hours

Monday 08:30 - 19:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 19:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 19:00
Thursday 08:00 - 19:00
Friday 08:00 - 19:00
Saturday 09:00 - 13:00
Sunday 08:00 - 13:00

Telephone

+256758221880

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