Namibia
Cheetahs in Otjiwarongo, Namibia
Learn About Cheetahs At Cheetah Conservation Fund, located near the city of Otjiwarongo about 3 hours north of the capital city Windhoek. The Cheetah Conservation Fund is the biggest cheetah conservation project in the world, dedicated to save the cheetah and it’s ecosystem. It was founded in 1990 to save the species whose habitat has been 90% lost in the last 100 years. It’s a fascinating place to visit for animal lovers. It will give you a deeper appreciation and understanding of the human-wildlife conflict that has been prevalent in Namibia and other parts of South Africa for decades.
Cheetah Drive
The Cheetah Drive takes guests out onto the wider Namibia property to see cheetahs in the field. It’s an ideal opportunity to take some great photos. Duration: 1 hour
Cheetah Feeding
During this feeding moment you have a chance to see some of CCF’s resident cheetahs which cannot be released back into the wild, during their feeding time.
Cheetah Conservation Tour
The Cheetah Conservation Fund offers four daily activities. You can visit the museum and visitor center at their own pace. The walking tour will take you to the main facilities of the CCF: education centre, museum, clinic, creamery. Next to that you will also get an introduction to the cheetahs, dogs and livestock that live at the main centre. Duration: 1 hour
Cheetah Run
The Cheetah Run is part of a program that trains resident cheetahs to “hunt” and offers an opportunity for guests to see what these cats do best. Join them for their morning exercise and watch the cheetahs running in close up. Duration: 30 minutes
