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Conservation center · Hoedspruit, Limpopo
Centro de Espécies Ameaçadas de Hoedspruit
A rehabilitation and breeding centre for endangered animals, known for its work with cheetahs, south of Hoedspruit, with guided visits.
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About Centro de Espécies Ameaçadas de Hoedspruit
The Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre began in the 1990s as a cheetah breeding project on a farm south of town, and today also cares for other animals. It receives injured, orphaned or poisoned animals, treats them and, when possible, returns them to the wild.
The visit is done in an open vehicle, with a guide, and goes past the enclosures of the cheetahs, including the king cheetah, with its striped-spotted coat, as well as African wild dogs, vultures and other animals under rehabilitation. Beforehand, a video explains the centre's work.
One section of the centre cares for rhino calves whose mothers were killed, a programme not open to the public so the animals are not habituated to people.
For those travelling with children, the visit helps to understand the animals they will later look for in the Kruger.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
About 2 hours.
Best time
In the morning, when the animals are more active. Visits follow fixed times: confirm in advance.
How to get there
It is on the R40, about 20 km south of Hoedspruit, on the way to Klaserie by car.
Tip
Book the visit in advance for high season and bring a hat: the vehicle is open.
Official website
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Frequently asked questions about Centro de Espécies Ameaçadas de Hoedspruit
What is the Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre?
A rehabilitation and breeding centre for endangered animals, known for its work with cheetahs.
Where is the centre?
On the R40, about 20 km south of Hoedspruit.
What is the visit like?
In an open vehicle, with a guide, passing the enclosures of cheetahs, African wild dogs and vultures.