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Discover the Plight of Africa's Fastest Predator
Learn about the plight of cheetah at this conservation centre in Paarl and discover how the metapopulation initiative is addressing the significant decline in global cheetah populations and their geographic range over the last century.
Besides a handful of "permanent residents" (due to old age or health problems) all cheetahs at this conservation centre in Paarl are earmarked for release on Game Reserves or National Parks in southern Africa forming the Cheetah Metapopulation. These individuals are either captive-bred cheetahs for genetic reinforcement or wild rescued cats in temporary hold until old or fit enough to go back to the wild. All cheetah relocations take place in coordination with the respective local and international conservation authorities.
This cheetah conservation centre is a not-for-profit organisation and any surplus funds generated are solely used to fund the Cheetah Release and Reintroduction Program. A strict no-touch policy is applied and children under the age of 16 years are not allowed on tour. This is for their own safety as well as the welfare of the animals.
Two unique options are available for this ecotour, a half-day educational tour and a full-day immersive volunteer option. Both tours are available on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays only and require booking confirmation 48-hours prior to the day. Closed on 25th & 26th December.
Note: Cheetah runs' times are seasonal – during summer it can be as early as 06h30 to avoid the heat. In winter, if the grass is too wet or if it's been raining, the runs tend to be in the afternoon to allow the running field to dry. The times indicated may, therefore, change and will only be confirmed prior to your enquiry booking date.
The cheetah run activity is dependent on weather conditions as well as the cheetah's schedule and willingness to run. The guided tour will take place either before or following the run.
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Half Day Tour Package
Time : 7:00 am
Meet & Greet
Our registered tourist guide will collect you and your party at your hotel or place of residence (within 50km of The City centre). Your personal guide will then chauffeur drive you to Paarl while pointing out historical, cultural, or ecological landmarks and points of interest along the way.
Time : 8:00 am
Registration & Brief Introductory Talk
After arrival, registration, and a brief introductory talk while you enjoy tea/coffee, a knowledgeable cheetah centre staff member will commence the tour. Depending on the cheetah’s exercise schedule, the guide will either start with a tour of the facilities or take you to the cheetah running field where you can watch and photograph the cheetah in action.
Time : 11:30 am
Tea/Coffee & Farewell
Return to the reception for tea/coffee and a farewell chat. Depart from the cheetah centre at midday and be chauffeured by your guide to your hotel or place of residence.
- Entrance fees
- Return transportation
- Insurance
- VAT
- Contribution to our Sustainable Tourism initiatives
- Gratuities
- Items of a personal nature
Solo
$153
1 PAX
Couple
$178
2 PAX
Group
$232
4 PAX
- Rate is per person, per itinerary
- Available on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays only
- Require booking confirmation 48 hours prior to the day
- Closed on 25 and 26 December
- Wear comfortable shoes, as you’ll be doing a lot of walking.
- Bring sunglasses (a hat is supplied in your welcome pack), as you’ll be spending time outdoors.
- Pack a light wind breaker jacket or sweater and an umbrella or raincoat as the weather in Cape Town can change quickly.
- Pack any prescribed medications that you may need to take during a 6 to 12 hour excursion.
- You do not need to bring water or basic first-aid items as your guide will provide an aluminium bottle with mineral water for each guest and carries a first-aid kit with ointments, head-ache tablets, bandages, and plasters.
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