DE WILDT CHEETAH AND WILDLIFE ACTIVITY SHEET
1 JANUARY – 31 JULY 2008

The De Wildt Cheetah and Wildlife Centre lies nestled in the foothills of the Magaliesberg, presenting a landscape of open African veld, many indigenous trees and a panoramic view of the north.  Rare wild animals are part of this landscape. 
De Wildt is renowned for its breeding success of rare and endangered species. 
The very rare King Cheetah was first bred here and similar success was achieved in breeding the Wild Dog, Brown Hyena, Blue Duiker, Suni Antelope and various species of vultures.

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TOURS:

Cheetah Run and 3 hour guided tour Tuesday and Thursday mornings; R280 per person, irrespective of age (no children under 6); Cheetah run starts at 08h00; 3 hour guided tour Tuesday and Thursday afternoons at 13h30; Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday at 08h30 and 13h30; R200 per person, irrespective of age (no children under 6); Booking is essential. Private Tours: Groups of 1 - 8 for 2 people; R3,000; 2 people including a signed copy of 'The Cheetahs of De Wildt' written by founder Ann van Dyk; Photographic experience with Ambassador cheetah; R3,800; The above include: Non alcoholic refreshments; Personalized attention; Better photographic opportunities; Recommended to be booked at the same time as accommodation (non-commissionable) Conference Packages: Full Day R295 per person Half Day R200 per person 25 Hour Accommodation in Cheetah Lodge R1,340 single supplement R1,030 per person sharing Facilities: Air-conditioned conference room Plasma Screen TV, Computer & DVD Sound System Flipcharts & Stationery Add-ons at additional fee: Break-away rooms 3-hour guided tour at De Wildt Cheetah Centre Cheetah Run Teambuilding Tailormade quotes available For bookings please contact Louise on 012 504 1921 or 012 504 1556.

PHOTOGRAPHIC ENCOUNTERS:

Picture yourself with an Ambassador after the tour (subject to availability); Touch Byron or Shaka and hear them purr! Take pictures with your own camera or have a De Wildt staff member take and e-mail your photo; Funds collected from Photographic Encounters are used for educational visits to underprivileged schools. R150 (1 - 4 people) E-mail photo: R180

BYRON'S COFFEE SHOP:

Byron is the greatly loved first ambassador cheetah of De Wildt; This coffee shop is named after him and overlooks his camp; A menu is available on request. For bookings please contact Johnny on 012 504 1921 or 012 504 1556

LUNCHES:

Lunches for 10 and more people can be booked at the De Wildt Cheetah Lodge. Speak to either Louise on 012 504 1921 or Elouise on 012 504 1793. Non commissionable.

SCHOOL TOURS:

See cheetahs and wild dogs up close! See vultures and caracals too! Learn about them from a Wildlife Specialist! Students can take photographs of animals they meet; Tours last 90 minutes; Minimum 30 students; Cost is R25 per pupil (includes up to 3 teachers free). For bookings please contact Louise on 012 504 1921 or 012 504 1556.

OUTREACH EDUCATION:

Watch a slide show presentation; Learn about cheetahs and why they are endangered; Find out how to protect the environment; See Byron and hear him purr; Touch Byron (for groups of up to 100); Teachers get a natural science resource package; Spend an hour learning; Classes from Grade 0 - 12; Byron will travel up to 500 km away from the De Wildt Centre; Cost is R600 plus R5 per pupil (free to underprivileged schools). For bookings please contact Marilyn on 012 504 or 012 504 1556 or e-mail: education@dewildt.org.za

EDUCATIONAL CORPORATE VISIT BY AMBASSADOR CHEETAH:

An educational visit can be arranged to your company which includes a 30 - 40 minute presentation followed by an appearance by an ambassador cheetah; Cost: R5,000 Booking essential. For a visit please contact Marilyn on 012 504 1921 or 012 504 1556 or e-mail: education@dewildt.org.za

DE WILDT CHEETAH LODGE:

Room Type Standard King Cheetah Suite Childrens Rates 6 - 12 years 13+ years Per Person Sharing R730 R800 60% of adult rate Full rate Single Supplement R310 R360 The above rate includes a delicious 3 course home cooked meal and a two course breakfast. Tour Operators and Travel Agents can apply for STO rates directly from Vanessa Bouwer. Regrettably- no children under the age of 6. Check in:    14h00 Check out:  10h00 A check-in before 12h00 has an early arrival fee of R100 per room. A late check-out (later than 12h00) has a late departure fee of R100 per room. Tariffs quoted are: On a dinner, bed and breakfast basis; Inclusive of VAT; In South African Rands; Subject to availability; Subject to change without prior notice; Exclusive of drinks, telephone accounts, tours, laundry services, gratuities or any other extras/item of a personal nature; Once deposit paid the tariff quoted will be honoured; The Lodge is fully licensed; Dietary requirements must be specified. For bookings please contact Louise on 012 504 1921 or Elouise on 012 504 1793.

WEDDINGS:

We have a charming chapel on the Lodge property and weddings for up to 40 people can be arranged. Contact Elouise for a customized quotation on Tel: 012 504 1793.

SPECIAL GARDEN EVENTS:

Delightful garden events can be arranged for product launches, anniversaries, 21st birthdays and Christmas parties. Contact Elouise for a customized quotation on Tel: 012 504 1793.

TEAM BUILDING:

Move over the cheetahs and wild dogs are coming and the hippos are moving out. Cheetahs are awe inspiring - wild dogs deserve our respect. Experience a team building experience with a difference examining the focus and adaptability of the cheetah and the unique communication and co-operation skills of the wild dog pack. Experienced speaker Vanessa Bezuidenhout, Executive Director of the De Wildt Cheetah and Wildlife Trust will challenge your team - teach them to look at nature for all their personal and business related solutions and to have fun while doing it. After a 1 hour presentation - the group will enjoy a game drive where the cheetah and wild dog can be observed and the behaviours discussed be examined in greater detail. The cheetahs and wild dogs are coming - into your organization , your community, your social circle - and they are hungry, focused and willing to step up. Will your team be there. Write to Vanessa at cheetah@dewildt.org.za or phone 012 504 1921 or 012 504 1556.

TRANSFERS AND EXCURSIONS:

One Person : R 950-00 - single way - O R Tambo International Airport to De Wildt Cheetah & Wildlife Centre/Lodge Second & Third person : R 350-00 single way - O R Tambo International Airport to De Wildt Cheetah & Wildlife Centre/Lodge Fourth person R 250-00 : single way - O R Tambo International Airport to De Wildt Cheetah & Wildlife Centre / Lodge Excursions to local tourist attractions such as the nearby Elephant Sanctuary and Lesedi Cultural Village can be arranged. Rates can be negotiated by Johnny : Contact johnny@kingcheetahtours.co.za

PAYMENT:

Preferred method of payment is by bank transfer to the following account: Standard Bank Branch: Hartbeespoort Branch code: 013445 Account No: 410032530 S.W.I.F.T Address:  SBZAZAJJ Payment by credit card is also acceptable.  The credit card number, expiry date and last three digits on the back of the card should be faxed or telephoned through to Louise on 012 504 1921 or 012 504 1556. Please fax deposit slip to: (012) 504 1556

DEPOSIT POLICY:

50% deposit is required to secure the booking within 48 hours of making the reservation. Balance of payment due on arrival. Cancellation: Cancellation must be made in writing to Louise van der Westhuizen via e-mail: cheetah@dewildt.org.za A 50% cancellation fee is applicable to any rooms cancelled within 2 days of arrival.

The De Wildt Cheetah & Wildlife Trust is a registered non-profit organization. 013 129 NPO.

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