Leopards of Okonjima

Since 1997, the AfriCat Foundation has run one of the oldest and most comprehensive leopard monitoring programmes in Namibia at Okonjima. The reserve covers a vast 20,000-hectare territory where kudus, elands and young giraffes move about under the discreet watch of leopards, often perched in the branches of acacia trees.
During the Leopard Experience, you'll be accompanied by experienced guides in search of these majestic felines.

Some adult leopards, representing roughly 40 to 43% of the 35+ individuals identified in the reserve, are fitted with radio collars.

Thanks to a specialised telemetry system, guides can track their movements, considerably increasing the chances of observing these predators in their natural habitat. That said, it's important to note that, despite these tools, sightings can never be guaranteed, as these are wild animals living free.

This experience also offers the opportunity to take part in scientific research and contribute to long-term projects on leopards and brown hyenas. You'll be able to observe their fascinating behaviour up close, particularly during interactions linked to competition for food.

To make the most of this activity and maximise your chances of sightings, we recommend planning a stay of at least two days. Photographers will find this an ideal setting to capture these felines, provided they understand their behaviour and anticipate their movements.

Activity times, depending on the season:
Morning: departure 6:00 / 6:30 am, return 9:30 / 10:00 am
Afternoon: departure 3:30 / 4:00 pm, return 7:00 / 7:30 pm