2-Day Chimpanzee & Wildlife Experience in Entebbe

Safari Overview

Come face-to-face with rescued chimpanzees and Uganda's iconic wildlife on this intimate 2-day Entebbe experience. Day one is a guided walk through the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre (UWEC), one of Africa's finest wildlife parks, featuring rescued animals in large semi-natural enclosures. Day two takes you by speedboat across Lake Victoria to Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary — 100 acres of forest inhabited by over 50 rescued chimps.

Trip Details

Trip Code: UGTSSU-016
Duration: 2 Days / 1 Nights
Safari Type: Photographic Safari
Total Distance: ≈ 80 km

Wildlife & Photography Highlights

Chimpanzees (50+ rescued) Lions Zebras Giraffes White Rhino African Elephant Shoebill Stork (UWEC) Nile Crocodile Vervet Monkeys African Fish Eagle Reed Cormorant

Photography Tips

<p>At UWEC use 100–400 mm for animals in enclosures — wire fences disappear at f/5.6+ with a long lens. At Ngamba Island the feeding platform puts chimps at eye level; 70–200 mm f/2.8 captures expressive portraits beautifully. Shoot chimps in shade rather than patchy light for even exposures.</p>

Detailed Daily Itinerary

Day 1: UWEC & Transfer to Ngamba Island (Overnight on Ngamba Island)

Your driver will pick you up from your hotel or residence in Entebbe/Kampala in the morning.

Begin your day with a guided visit to the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre (UWEC) — formerly known as Entebbe Zoo. UWEC is more than a zoo — it’s a conservation and education hub that rescues and rehabilitates Uganda’s wildlife.
Walk through its naturalistic enclosures to see lions, leopards, rhinos, giraffes, elephants, chimpanzees, shoebills, and many other native species — the perfect introduction to Uganda’s incredible biodiversity.
In the afternoon, board a speedboat (≈45 min) across Lake Victoria to reach Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary, where over 50 orphaned chimps live in semi-natural forest.
Experience the evening chimpanzee feeding session, watching the chimps gather along the viewing platform as caregivers provide fruits and vegetables.
Dinner and overnight stay on Ngamba Island, surrounded by the sounds of nature.

Next Destination: Ngamba Island (Overnight stay)

Day 2: Morning Feeding Session & Return to Entebbe/Kampala

Wake up to the tranquil waters of Lake Victoria and the calls of the forest.

After breakfast, join the morning chimpanzee feeding session, learning about chimp behavior, hierarchy, and conservation challenges.
Spot monitor lizards, otters, and lake birds as you explore the island’s ecosystem.
Spend late morning relaxing or learning more about the sanctuary’s conservation work.
After lunch, board the speedboat back to Entebbe, and your driver will transfer you to your hotel or residence.

End of Tour — Drop-off in Entebbe or Kampala.