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The Jane Goodall Institute

Wildlife experiences and tours of sanctuary for rescued chimpanzees near Nelspruit in the Lowveld Legogote region.

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Established in 2006 by the Jane Goodall Institute, Chimp Eden near Hazyview, White River and Nelspruit is the first and only chimpanzee sanctuary of its kind in South Africa. Our mission is the rescue and care of chimpanzees that have been orphaned, traded, abused or survived the bush meat trade.

The Jane Goodall Institute was founded in 1977 to continue her groundbreaking studies on chimpanzees. The Jane Goodall Institute is dedicated to raising awareness through education and eco-tourism. Understanding the lives and the plight of rescued chimpanzees is the best way to start the change.

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Very good tour guide... Will come again when in Nelspruit...  -  Christian Munnih.

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Christian Munnih

Very good tour guide... Will come again when in Nelspruit

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Anushka Jamuna

It was an excellent visit yet again, it was my third visit. Thank you to the amazing committed and dedicated team who hold the sanctuary together. It is a most valuable experience anyone can have. Keep up the excellent work being undertaken and living the memory of Jane Goodall.

Anushka Jamuna experienced the Chimpanzee Tour


Andria van den berg

It was an amazing experience for both myself and my children. We learnt so much about the animal. The guide is very knowledgable

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Claïs Lemmens Boon

We had a beautiful experience with Conell as our tour guide. So insightful and inspiring. We grew very fond of the chimp families in just two hours and thoroughly enjoyed learning about the backgrounds, the quirks and the intricate group dynamics. Thank you so much for all the work you do!

Claïs Lemmens Boon experienced the Chimpanzee Tour


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