My life is an incredible adventure that has taken me down some very exciting and extraordinary paths. I have been fortunate to be able to follow my passions in life. This has been a challenge, and at times a difficult road, but worth it in unimaginable ways. A life with tigers and lions has been a dream of mine since I was a child. My work with the big cats eventually led me to wildlife conservation in East Africa. Currently, I am working for the Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary in Uganda. In 1998, the sanctuary was founded by Dr. Jane Goodall and a group of founding trustees. This website is an account of my journey.
I am honored to be working with The Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary located on the peaceful waters of Lake Victoria in Uganda. The Sanctuary is home to 48 chimpanzees that […]
I am honored to be working with The Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary located on the peaceful waters of Lake Victoria in Uganda. The Sanctuary is home to 48 chimpanzees that have been rescued from the illegal wildlife trade in Uganda and other parts of Africa. They live on 95 acres of natural forest. This photo is of Tumbo (in the middle). He is a ladies man, and is enjoying the day with Sara (right) and Pasa (left). Although Tumbo has grayish hair, he is not an older chimpanzee. I thing the grey makes him look classy and distinguished like George Clooney. Chimpanzees live in tight knit communities, and have very complex social dynamics within their society.
I am professional photographer, videographer, and the CEO of Chris Austria Safaris Ltd. in Uganda. Before moving to this beautiful country, I lived in Ethiopia, and Rwanda. My travel company offers customized wildlife, cultural, and photographic safaris in Uganda, and Rwanda. I’m very passionate about sharing the stunning beauty, culture, people, fashion, food and wildlife from the Pearl Of Africa.
When I lived in the US, I worked with tigers, lions, and other animals for many years at Six Flags in Vallejo, CA and the San Francisco Zoo. This rewarding career inspired me to focus my energies towards wildlife conservation, tourism, and protecting endangered species. To see more of my work, visit ChrisAustriaSafaris.com, and ChrisAustriaPhotography.com
Chris Austria 