Located just outside Freetown, Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary is a critical wildlife conservation project dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating orphaned and endangered chimpanzees. Founded in 1995, the sanctuary plays a crucial role in protecting Sierra Leone's primate population.
Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary provides a safe haven for rescued chimpanzees, many of whom were orphaned by the bushmeat trade or illegal pet markets. The sanctuary rehabilitates these intelligent primates with the goal of eventual release into protected forest habitats. Visitors can learn about chimpanzee conservation, observe rescued chimps in naturalistic enclosures, and understand the critical challenges facing these endangered animals in West Africa.
Best Time: Morning
Time Needed: 2-3 hours
Entrance: $10-15 USD