Cheetah
Conservation Project
Founded in 2018, the Cape Cheetah Conservation Initiative is dedicated to protecting, rehabilitating, and conserving wild cheetahs in the Western Cape, South Africa.
What We Do
The cheetah, the fastest land animal in the world, is listed as critically endangered by the IUCN. With fewer than 7,000 cheetahs worldwide and less than 1,700 living in South Africa, the situation is dire.
Once a stronghold for cheetahs and wildlife, South Africa’s cheetah population has faced a significant decline. Wild cheetahs disappeared from the Western Cape in the 1970s, but through dedicated conservation initiatives and localised breeding programmes, we’ve witnessed the return of wild cheetahs to the region over the last decade.
Cape Cheetah Conservation
Rescue, Rehabilitate and Release Cheetahs Back into the Wild.
Cheetah Breeding Project
At the core of our cheetah rescue initiatives lies an unwavering dedication to restore the Western Cape's wild cheetah populations and see them thrive in their natural Karoo habitat once more.
The Cheetah Run
Watch the world's fastest land animal in action with the incredible cheetah run experience, forming part of the cheetah rehabilitation centre's daily exercise programme.
Wildlife Conservation
Wildlife conservation initiatives and veld regeneration projects are vital components in our mission to restore, protect and conserve the natural habitats of cheetahs in the Western Cape.
Educational Initiatives
The Cheetah Educational Initiative and Rescue Centre Tour is a unique opportunity to learn about these incredible big cats and understand the importance of our rehabilitation efforts.
The Animal Rescue Centre
Cheetah Rescue Project
Our Rescue Centre is dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and release of captive-bred cheetahs back into the wild.
Western Cape
Located near Cape Town, our mission is to restore and protect natural habitats for cheetahs in the Western Cape, South Africa.
Education Programmes
We provide educational and awareness programs to promote understanding and support for conservation efforts.
Public Donations
Donations are crucial for the success of our conservation programmes. Your support helps us continue our vital work.
Help Sponsor a Cheetah
Support our mission by sponsoring a cheetah. Your contribution will directly aid in the rescue, rehabilitation, and release of cheetahs back into the wild. We are also working towards funding a 5000-hectare wildlife release area, with the goal of creating a model for global conservation efforts.
A New Model for Wildlife Rehabilitation
Our Cape cheetah project is an extension of Inverdoorn Private Game Reserve and Aquila Private Game Reserve’s award-winning Animal Rescue Centre (ARC). Home to the Western Cape’s leading anti-poaching and wildlife rehabilitation initiatives, our mission is to protect and conserve South Africa’s natural wildlife heritage for generations to come.
Our Partners
You Can Make A Difference
Cape Cheetah Conservation (C.C.C), in association with Aquila’s Animal Rescue Centre (ARC), is a section 21 non-profit wildlife rescue organisation, dedicated to the protection and welfare of the Western Cape’s Karoo cheetahs.