The Jane Goodall Institute
Wildlife experiences and tours of sanctuary for rescued chimpanzees near Nelspruit in the Lowveld Legogote region.
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.
We loved the tour - our guide was very knowledgable and the passion of all those working at Chimp Ed... - Emma Wheatley.
Emma Wheatley
We loved the tour - our guide was very knowledgable and the passion of all those working at Chimp Eden reall shone through. The tour takes around 45 minutes during which time you get to hear lots about both the chimps and the organisation.
Emma Wheatley experienced the Chimpanzee Tour
Amanda Manchia
An abs wonderful experience for us locals as well as international guests. Such great work being done and to be highly commended Special shout out to Natasha Gave us a wonderfully informative and very entertaining tour with her love of the animals very apparent. Thank you very much.
Amanda Manchia experienced the Chimpanzee Tour
Adam Wheatley
The tour was information and fun. We loved learning about each chimps individual personality and we loved watching them being fed.
Adam Wheatley experienced the Chimpanzee Tour
Andreas Birkenmaier
The tour was very informative and interesting. It's just amazing to hear each story of each chimpanzee. The staff knew everything about it. We loved the experience!
Andreas Birkenmaier experienced the Chimpanzee Tour