Reviews of Cheetah View

"The Cheetah View Lodge is on the grounds of the Cheetah Conservation Fund main campus. As the title indicates the organization is focussed on Cheetahs. There are a number of optional tours available including a daily Cheetah run when they exercise a small group of animals and the spectators are behind an enclosure up close to the sprinting animals. It is a great way to get some up close photos of them.

I also took the Cheetah and Bush drives and a visit to the two resident Wild Dogs. All the tours were well organized and worth doing, especially the Cheetah run.

The rooms in the Lodge are spacious with a separate lounge area and good WiFi. The food is served in a separate building either at a communal table or individual tables according to the wishes of the guests. The food is excellent and the staff friendly and informative. I would recommend at least a 2 night stay at the Lodge." See all these reviews: 19n in Namibia; 3n in Zimbabwe

"Very nice modern accommodation with, not surprisingly, a cheetah themed decor!

Food, both dinner and breakfast were very good.

Arrived in time for (free) 2pm feeding session which turned out to be very interesting and informative. Particularly enjoyed the (pay for) 8am morning cheetah run where there was great close up views of running and resting cheetahs.

Would highly recommend a stay here when going to or coming from Etosha.

( Would also recommend the Crocodile Farm Cafe in Otjiworongo for a lunch stop before heading up the CCF road)" See all these reviews: 23n in Namibia

"We didn't really know what to expect from this stop, and only really chose it because our daughter loves cheetah's and did would at least guarantee she would see them. But it was much nicer than we expected.

The museum was really nice and the cheetah run in the morning was quite spectacular. Also going on an afternoon drive on the nearby reserve (not in the cheetah areas) was also quite nice, even though the wildlife as a bit skittish. And there was also a lot we didn't even have time to see and experience.

The room itself was also quite nice and spacious. We had a bit of a view over a small waterhole where we saw some birdlife and a jackal. The food was quite nice and the staff very friendly." See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia; 5n in Botswana; 2n in Zimbabwe

"Cheetah View Lodge was a nice stopover on our way up to Etosha.

It was nice for our son to see the rescue cheetahs up close. The room was surprisingly large and nice and the staff very welcoming. The food was good but you don't have options and are given whatever is being served that meal.

Great for a one time visit to learn about the organization and their work but probably wouldn't need to return again." See all these reviews: 9n in Namibia

"We were very glad we went to Cheetah View. The 'Little Serengeti' game drive with Job was excellent and he was as excited as us to come across a pangolin - a very strange scaled animal he'd only spotted once before this season. The landscape is lovely and quite different in this area, with far views of the Waterberg plateau, and Job's stories about the development of the reserve from a failed farm were fascinating.

The Cheetah-related activities (feeding and exercising) were also very interesting and it was wonderful to see them at such close quarters. We were a fairly large group of visitors but the staff gave good clear presentations of the work they're doing and are clearly passionate about raising awareness of the threat to cheetahs.

The lodgings weren't as luxurious as the other lodges we experienced, but they were perfectly fine. The evening meal was really good but the breakfast was a bit haphazard - what, empty coffee pots?? There was a pleasant garden and cafe, a well-stocked souvenir shop and some interesting displays and posters that would engage children. We were happy that our visit made a contribution to this work.

One point to note is that Cheetah View isn't well signposted from Otjiwarongo. In fact, the road leads from the town to a municipal tip and a faded sign that warns unauthorised people not to go past it, plus a turning to a military base. Venture bravely on and you'll find a sign for the reserve further down the road and then a manned security gate." See all these reviews: 12n in Namibia

"Good accommodation with sitting room, balcony overlooking the bush and comfortable bed. Interesting to learn about their work with the cheetahs and the dogs but the walking tour was a bit disappointing as the animals were all asleep under trees. An indifferent dinner (ran out of gin and tonic) and disappointing breakfast - lack of cereal choice, overcooked eggs.

Overall, a good stopping place between Etosha and Windhoek." See all these reviews: 16n in Namibia

"Some distance off the main road is this site.

A so very necessary sanctuary for rescued cheetahs and research station dedicated for the study and survival of this magnificent animal. Just a few rooms but they are spacious very clean and well fitted out. Food in the small friendly restaurant and lounge with again very helpful and friendly staff. We were made to feel special welcomed guests. But the cheetahs are the stars and witnessing their speed at the morning run was magnificent!!!

A must for anybody going to Namibia!!!!" See all these reviews: 14n in Namibia

"Luckily we did arrive in time to see the cheetahs being fed which is only once a day at 2.00pm and this was included as part of the accommodation cost. We enjoyed seeing the cheetahs and learning about the rehabilitation program through questioning the manager of these cheetahs.

We did not undertake any of the extra trips as we were late arriving and needed to leave in the morning. We would have liked the opportunity to be able to view the cubs and some of the work that is done with the cheetahs, on a video or through photographs, for example. Perhaps it was possible to visit the research centre, if so we missed this piece of information.

While the units were comfortable, we (all 4 of us) found the sloping 'staircase' a bit of a hazard and had to make sure that we left the lights on to illuminate the 'steps'.

One of our party was ill and had to miss dinner. Dr Brewer and Dr. Marker, who dined with our group, showed concern and kindness and offered help." See all these reviews: 17n in Namibia; 4n in Botswana; 3n in Zambia; 1n in South Africa

"Good place to learn about cheetahs, not too far from Windhoek. No activities included, so you need to pay for activities to see much. Could integrate overnight stays with activities better. If you want to see daily (free) cheetah feeding arrive by early afternoon or stay several days." See all these reviews: 17n in Namibia; 4n in Botswana; 3n in Zambia; 1n in South Africa

"Cheetah view is newly opened in 2017 and is located at the Cheetah Conservancy near to Otjiwarongo. It is a convenient place to stop en route to or from Etosha.

The rooms are comfortable without being anything special. We had an evening meal and breakfast and found the food to be (at best) average. Most of the wine on the list turned out to be not available and we ended up paying for a relatively expensive bottle that was delivered (opened already) to our table in place of the more modestly priced one that we had ordered,

The CCF offers a wide range of activities to learn about their work with Cheetahs. We went on the (so-called) Cheetah Run in the morning before breakfast - the cheetahs are supposed to be exercised by chasing a lure pulled around the field at high speed.. Well our four cheetahs were not very energetic and spent most of the half hour lying down. Perhaps we were unlucky - but we did feel it a bit overpriced and something that might have been included as part the overnight accommodation. We decided to look on it (and the wine) as a donation to an enterprise that is doing commendable work to preserve these beautiful animals.

To summarise, this is a convenient stop over en route to Etosha and would be a good place to learn about cheetahs and to get close to see one if you have not seen them in the wild.

We were a bit disappointed overall." See all these reviews: 13n in Namibia; 8n in Zimbabwe; 1n in Botswana