Cheetah Conservation Fund
A leading global cheetah conservation organisation, where you can visit the research centre, watch cheetahs chase bait, and learn about its guardian dog programme for livestock.
The Cheetah Conservation Fund (CCF) was founded in 1990 by Dr Laurie Marker. Its research and education centre lies about 44 km east of Otjiwarongo, roughly a 30-minute drive from the Waterberg camp. Visits include the cheetah museum and exhibitions, feeding viewings, cheetah run demonstrations (chasing bait), and the Anatolian shepherd guardian dog programme. Reserve game drives and behind-the-scenes tours are also available for an extra fee. The centre has a café and gift shop and offers accommodation. It is generally open from morning until evening. Cheetah run demonstrations take place at set times, so it is best to book on the official website and confirm the schedule.
Opening hours
Daily approx. 08:00–17:00 (check official site)
Nearby sights
- Waterberg Battlefield Cemetery
- Mountain View Viewpoint
- Waterberg Plateau Park
- Waterberg Plateau Game Drive
- Okonjima Nature Reserve / AfriCat Foundation
- Otjihaenamaparero Dinosaur Tracks