Waterberg Wildlife Sanctuary gives lifelong, secure care to predators who cannot be released back into the wild — with no breeding, no hands-on interactions and only responsible observation-based experiences.
Waterberg Wildlife Sanctuary is a permanent safe haven for predators from different backgrounds who can never return to the wild. Our purpose is to provide lifelong, secure care while helping visitors understand conservation and responsible wildlife practices.
Guests are invited to stay, learn and experience the wild heart of the Waterberg through ethical, observation-based activities.
To educate people on conservation and care for animals in need.
No breeding. No hands-on interactions. Responsible care only.
Overnight stays, guided game drives and educational predator tours.
Choose a lakeside thatched chalet or safari-style glamping tent, both fully self-catering and close to the sounds, stillness and beauty of the Waterberg bushveld.
A spacious thatched chalet on the water’s edge with a cosy bedroom, en-suite bathroom, self-catering kitchen and private deck over the dam.
Canvas comfort in the bush, sleeping two guests, with self-catering convenience and a private woodfire hot tub under the stars.
Every visit is a chance to learn something new. Guided experiences are available to overnight guests and day visitors on booking, with insight into rescued predators, wildlife and the Waterberg ecosystem.
Meet rescued white lions, tigers and other predators from a safe, observation-based perspective.
Explore the sanctuary and surrounding bushveld with guided interpretation of wildlife and ecosystems.
Book your stay, join a guided experience or make a donation towards the lifelong care of animals who cannot return to the wild.
Donate to Waterberg Wildlife SanctuaryWhatsApp: 060 719 0585
Phone: 079 298 6728
Email: bookings@waterbergsanctuary.co.za
Location: 57 Maatjiesgoedfontein Road, Vaalwater, 0537
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Day visitors are welcome by booking only. The sanctuary does not breed animals and does not offer hands-on predator interactions.
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