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Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary

Chimpanzees at Ngamba Island Chimpanzee SanctuaryNgamba Island is a beautiful destination located on Lake Victoria, 23km southwest of Entebbe, Uganda. It is part of the Koome group of islands. It consists of about 100acres, 5 of which are reserved for accommodation and activities for the visitors and caretakers of the island. The 95acres are forested for the chimpanzees.

There are over 40 orphaned rescued chimpanzees and over 130 bird species. While there, you will see the different kinds of birds like weaver birds, parrots, fruit bats, fish eagles, and more. Other animals there include monitor lizards and spiders. The chimpanzees feed on porridge and vegetables like tomatoes, cabbages, eggplants and fruits like bananas, pineapples and also boiled eggs. They are not fed with meat because they might sense the flesh on people therefore attacking them.

Activities carried out at Ngamba Island include bird watching, viewing the chimpanzees, nature walks, voluntary programmes, volleyball, swimming among others. There are beautiful tented camps where visitors can spend a night and enjoy the sunset with a candle light dinner, breakfast and lunch are also provided. You can go swimming, fishing or a sunset cruise as you cross the equator on water. You will enjoy the cultural dances around a bonfire.

You can get to the island by a helicopter or speed boat. The boat carries up to 25 passengers, it takes about 45minutes from the mainalnd to the island. On your way, you will be able to see some of the neighbouring islands from a distance like bulago and kiimi. The island is 38000 feet above sea level, and it lies 0.06’S, 32.39’E. You will get to cross the equator on water, moving from the north to the southern hemisphere.

There are two trips to the island that is at 09:00am and 12:45pm. The island is interesting all through the year, anytime is recommended. What you need for the trip is a jacket and scarf for the boat ride, covered shoes, insect repellant, preferably a hat and sunglasses and a camera to capture the memories. You are allowed to carry your fishing equipment, though the island can also provide you with their own.

Safari trips to Ngamba Island

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