Cheetah Runs

Running Exercise with the Cheetahs

If you are taking a recommended overnight package, the last stop on your early-evening game drive will be the cheetah enclosure. Here you will see them put through their paces by means of a pulley system, customised to accommodate the incredible running speed of the cheetah. You will enjoy refreshments and snacks while the rangers introduce you to the work of the Western Cape Cheetah Conservation rehabilitation centre.

The purpose of the early-evening runs and the breeding programme is to, ultimately, release the cheetah into the main reserve so that guests will be able to view these magnificent creatures in their natural environment, hunting and breeding as nature intended them to.

There is the option for guests to interact personally with one or more of our tame cheetahs and should this not be included in your package, the lodge staff will happily arrange it for you. As the cheetahs are sensitive creatures every care must be taken to minimise their stress. However, should the weather permit, every effort will be made to provide guests with the opportunity to spend intimate time with the cheetahs.

We are always on the lookout for volunteers to assist with the cheetahs' daily care and exercises. If you have a passion for wildlife and conservation, especially cheetahs, contact us now in order to become part of our volunteer program. You will assist in taking them through their daily paces, including the runs. There is much to learn and you will be duly enriched by this experience, while doing your part to conserve this precious cat. Apply Here!