1 People | Leaves: Any Day
Destination: Ngamba Island,Lake Victoria.
Activities: Tracking of Orphaned Chimps , Feeding of the Chimps, Bird watching.
Tour Highlights
- Kampala to water front beach
- Speed boat or Canoe from water front beach or Nakiwogo to Ngamba Island.
- Nile River Boat Ride, Bujagali Falls
1/2 Day Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary
Overview
Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary is located 23 km offshore from Entebbe in lake Victoria. It is a forested island of 100 acres, it is accessed to by a speed boat or canoe boat. It provides a safe haven for orphaned chimpanzees to live out their lives, since cannot be returned to their natural habitat, that are free to roam on this wonderful island. It offers a unique opportunity for close viewing of chimpanzees in their natural environment.
Pre-arranged supplementary feeding times (11.00 am & 3.00 pm each day) bring the chimpanzees to within meters of the raised walkway specially designed for easy viewing and provide excellent photographic opportunities.
Tour Highlights
- Speed Boat to Ngamba Island
- Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Tour
- Entebbe Town
Itinerary
Ngamba island is home to a variety of plants and tree species, wild water and forest bird species, beautiful but unique reptile species such as snakes and lizard varieties plus a beautiful lake scenery all available to make your safari a great.
Anyone who visits this magnificent island will quickly notice that the tour begins the moment you arrive at Pelican Lodge and Marina in Entebbe. Here, you are greeted by the sight of playful monkeys roaming freely and the melodic songs of birds, creating a delightful atmosphere that enhances the beauty of the surroundings.
There are only 2 shifts in which the boats cruise visitors to the island-the 9-10 and the 12-1pm (local time) setting off. It is therefore important you book in advance to avoid missing out because only a few visitors are allowed, each person is charged $150.
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Safari Itinerary
Day 1:Transfer From Your Hotel to Ngamba Island
Ngamba island is home of orphaned chimpanzees that live out their lives, since a return to their natural habitat is not possible, and to a variety of plants and tree species, wild water and forest bird species, beautiful but unique reptile species such as snakes and lizard varieties plus a beautiful lake scenery all available to make your safari a great.
The experience begins as soon as you arrive at Pelican Lodge and Marina in Entebbe, where boats depart for the island. Playful monkeys roam freely around the grounds while birds fill the air with melodious songs, creating a peaceful and enchanting atmosphere before your journey even begins.
Boats to Ngamba Island depart in two scheduled shifts, between 9:00 and 10:00 a.m. and between 12:00 and 1:00 p.m. local time. Since visitor numbers are limited, advance booking through a registered tour company is highly recommended to secure your preferred departure time and avoid missing this remarkable experience.
Please note that the Ngamba Island visit is operated directly by the Chimpanzee sanctuary, not by Gorilla Safaris Uganda (GS Uganda Travel).
Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary Tour Prices per person
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Nos: Persons on tour |
1 |
2 | 3 | 4 |
5 |
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Rate(usd |
400 | 200 | 150 | 120 |
110 |
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Included
- Hotel Pickup and Drop off
- Park Entrance Fees
- Accommodation and Meals as per Itinerary
- 4×4 Safari Transportation to/from airport
- English Speaking Tour Guide/Driver
Not Included
- Tourist Entry Visa
- International Flight Tickets
- Travel Insurance
- Items of Personal Nature
- Tips and Gratuities
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