Chimp Eden: The Jane Goodall Institute Tours and Tickets

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Guided tours of Chimp Eden: The Jane Goodall Institute cost R300 for adults and R160 for children between 6 and 12 years. Children under 6 can visit for free, and family tickets are also available. All profits from the tours go toward supporting the sanctuary’s welfare and conservation work.

Guided tours afford the opportunity to visit South Africa’s only chimpanzee sanctuary, where you can see chimps living in a close-to-natural environment. Tours stop at several forest viewpoints, from where you can observe the chimps, learn about their social interactions, and hear the unique stories behind each of their rescues.

Chimp Eden: The Jane Goodall Institute is located in South Africa’s Mpumalanga Province, close to the southern entrance to Kruger National Park. The chimpanzee sanctuary is about a 20-minute drive south of Mbombela, but there’s no public transport, so you’ll need your own transport or to hire a driver.

Guided tours are held three times daily at Chimp Eden: The Jane Goodall Institute and should be booked in advance. Tour departure times may vary, but they typically start at 10am, 12pm, and 2pm, and last about one hour and 15 minutes. Plan to arrive 15 minutes before your tour begins.

Yes, tours at Chimp Eden: The Jane Goodall Institute are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages; children up to 12 can also visit for free. Animal-loving kids will enjoy exploring the natural forest trails, watching the chimpanzees in action, and learning fun facts about their biology and behavior.