Ngamba Ecolodge

A Truly Magical Island Escape on Lake Victoria

Step into a world where time slows down, nature speaks, and your presence makes a difference.

Ngamba Ecolodge is more than a getaway—it’s a sanctuary for the soul. Located on the lush, forested Ngamba Island on Lake Victoria, this is where over 50 rescued chimpanzees live freely in their natural habitat, cared for by a passionate team. And now, you are invited to become part of their story.

Just a short boat ride from Entebbe, Uganda’s vibrant gateway city, lies a rare island escape—a place where purpose meets peace.

Stay in the Heart of Nature

Ngamba Eco-Lodge is beautifully simple and deeply grounding. With just four thoughtfully designed cottages, each offering stunning views of Lake Victoria, your stay is intimate, quiet, and wholly connected to the rhythms of the wild.

Each cottage includes:

• A comfortable twin room

• A private bathroom with hot showers

• Solar-powered electricity

• A secluded veranda to watch the lake shimmer at sunrise and sunset

At night, you’ll drift off to the gentle lapping of water and the echoing calls of chimpanzees—sounds that remind you that this is no ordinary place.

Savor Every Moment

Your experience at Ngamba isn’t about luxury—it’s about living richly. Days unfold at a gentle pace, beginning with coffee by the water and ending around a campfire under the stars.

Meals are lovingly prepared from fresh, local ingredients, served either in the shaded dining area or under the open sky by the lakeside. Our warm and welcoming staff, trained to international standards, make every meal feel like coming home.

Expect:

• Multi-course dinners featuring regional favorites like grilled fish and seasonal vegetables

• Self-serve tea and coffee throughout the day

• Cold beverages, local beer, and wines available for purchase

Come with an appetite for flavor, culture, and community.

Beyond a Night—Choose Your Safari Experience

Whether you have just 2 days or a week or more, we offer customizable stays that let you go deeper into the heart of Ngamba.

🌿 2-Day Safari: A Taste of the Island

Perfect for those on a short schedule but seeking meaningful impact.
Includes:

• Guided chimpanzee feeding experience from the observation platform

• Sunset cruise around Ngamba Island

• Bird watching walk and intro to island wildlife

• One overnight stay at the Eco-Lodge

🌿 3-Day Safari: A Deeper Connection

Add more time and more perspective to your stay.
Includes everything from the 2-day safari, plus:

• Participation in chimp enrichment feeding preparation

• Morning and evening chimp observation sessions

• Nature walk to the panoramic lookout point, where you’ll take in a stunning aerial view of the island

• Evening campfire with Ugandan music and storytelling

🌿 7-Day Safari (or Longer): Full Immersion

Designed for true wildlife lovers and conservation supporters.
Includes everything above, plus:

• Chimp tracking along the water’s edge, watching them drink and forage as the sun dips low over Lake Victoria

• Multiple enrichment activities and direct participation in chimp care support

• Visit to a neighboring fishing community, where you’ll learn local customs, sample traditional foods, and understand the human-wildlife connection

• Extended time for bird watching—Ngamba is home to 130+ species, from kingfishers to fish eagles

• Opportunities for photography, reflection, and rest

Let each sunrise bring a new adventure. Let each evening deepen your bond with the island, its wildlife, and yourself.

Give Back With Every Stay

Ngamba Island isn’t just a sanctuary for chimpanzees—it’s a sanctuary for people too. Operated by the Chimpanzee Trust, every booking helps fund:

• Daily care and feeding of the chimpanzees

• Medical and behavioral support

• Conservation and education programs across Uganda

When you stay at Ngamba Eco-Lodge, you directly support the future of these endangered primates—and the planet we share.

The Spirit of the Island

Evenings are a highlight at Ngamba. As the sun sets, you’ll gather with fellow travelers and staff around the campfire, where music, dance, and storytelling bring Uganda’s vibrant culture to life.

It’s here, under the stars, that connections are made—between people, between purpose, between nature and the human heart.

Limited Cottages. Infinite Impact.

Ngamba Eco-Lodge accommodates only four cottages, ensuring your stay remains quiet, personal, and deeply immersive. This limited capacity allows us to protect the delicate island ecosystem while offering guests the best experience possible.

Powered entirely by solar energy, the lodge reflects our commitment to sustainability, harmony, and low-impact living.

Make It Yours

Whether you’re seeking renewal, meaning, or simply something different from the usual vacation, Ngamba Eco-Lodge offers something profound: the chance to connect with something greater.

Come for the chimps. Stay for the serenity. Leave transformed.

How to Book

Your island adventure is only a call or email away.

📧 Email: reservations@ngambaisland.org
📞 Phone: +256 414 320662 / +256 758 221880

Availability is limited and demand is high, so we recommend booking early.

You Belong Here

At Ngamba Eco-Lodge, you’ll find more than a bed and a view. You’ll find purpose, peace, and a profound reminder that what we do matters.

Book now, and let your next journey make a lasting difference—for you, and for them.