N/a'ankuse Wildlife Sanctuary tour from Windhoek: Feed carnivores

Stand metres from rescued predators as they feed and move through their sanctuary home

A half-day guided tour of N/a'ankuse Wildlife Sanctuary near Windhoek where you observe lions, cheetahs, leopards, African wild dogs and other carnivores during a controlled feeding, learn about rescue and rehabilitation work, and hear from wildlife experts about conservation challenges in Namibia. The sanctuary houses ambassador animals (rescued predators unable to return to the wild), and the tour includes an air-conditioned vehicle and hotel pickup.

Step-by-step itinerary

Wildlife feeding and conservation tour

• Arrive at N/a’an ku sê Sanctuary
• Observe feeding of carnivores
• Learn about rescue and rehabilitation
• See lions, cheetahs, leopards, and more
• Attend educational talks on conservation

The experience

The tour starts with pickup from your Windhoek hotel and a short drive to N/a'ankuse Wildlife Sanctuary, a rescue and rehabilitation centre just outside the city. Once there, you move through the sanctuary with a guide who leads you to observe the feeding of lions, cheetahs, leopards, African wild dogs, caracals and baboons. These are ambassador animals (rescued from injury, human-wildlife conflict or other circumstances), and the sanctuary provides them a permanent home while raising awareness about predator conservation across Namibia.

During the feeding, you watch the animals' natural behaviours: their agility, strength and hunting instincts in action. The guide explains what you're seeing and answers questions in real time. You'll also participate in interactive educational talks led by wildlife experts who discuss the biology of these carnivores, their role in maintaining ecological balance, and the challenges of protecting them in a landscape where human-wildlife conflict is common. The sanctuary's community-based conservation initiatives come up throughout, so you understand not just what these animals are, but why protecting them matters to Namibia's ecosystems and rural communities.

The half-day format keeps the experience focused and intense without overwhelming the animals or the group. You travel in an air-conditioned vehicle, which matters in Namibia's heat, and the tour is led entirely in English by a live guide who knows the animals and the sanctuary's work firsthand.

What’s included

• Air-conditioned vehicle transport.
• hotel pickup from Windhoek.
• guided access to the sanctuary during the feeding.
• educational talks with wildlife experts on carnivore biology, behaviour and conservation challenges.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:00

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (21 to 60 years) · Youth (16 to 20 years) · Under 16: can't be booked

GroupUp to 10 · max 4 per booking

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 9 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by People Tours and Safari cc

Is this one for you?This is a shared, guided tour where you observe the feeding rather than participate in it directly, so it suits anyone who wants to learn about Namibian predators and conservation work without needing to be hands-on with the animals. The five-hour half-day format fits a single morning or afternoon in Windhoek, leaving the rest of your day free for other activities.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (16 to 20 years). Children under 16 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What animals will I see during the feeding at N/a'ankuse?

Lions, cheetahs, leopards, African wild dogs, caracals and baboons are all present at the sanctuary. Many are ambassador animals rescued from injury or human-wildlife conflict and cannot be released back into the wild, so the sanctuary provides them permanent care while using their presence to educate visitors about conservation.

How long is the N/a'ankuse tour and what time does it start?

The tour runs for five hours total. Pickup from your Windhoek hotel is included, and the guide will confirm the exact departure time when you book.

Will I learn about Namibia's conservation work during the tour?

Yes. The tour includes educational talks led by wildlife experts who explain the sanctuary's rescue and rehabilitation efforts, discuss the biology and behaviour of carnivores, and cover the challenges of protecting predators while reducing human-wildlife conflict in Namibian communities.

Is the tour suitable for teenagers, or do I need to be an adult?

Children are welcome from age 16. The tour involves standing and walking through the sanctuary during the feeding, so a moderate level of physical fitness is needed.

What's included in the tour price?

The tour includes pickup from your Windhoek hotel, transport in an air-conditioned vehicle, access to the sanctuary, the guided feeding experience, and the educational talks with wildlife experts.