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Harnas Wildlife Foundation


TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.0 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 2 attractions in Gobabis
Traveller Description: Wildlife sanctuary offering eco-tourism.
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Attraction type: Nature reserve, Wildlife park
Activities: Viewing wildlife
Address: Gobabis
Namibia
Tel: 264 61 235511

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5 of 5 stars
Worcestershire
6 Dec 2009

I spent four weeks at Harnas during July and August 2009 as a volunteer and had the best experiences that you could wish for. Spending days playing with, walking and caring for cheetahs and lion cubs amongst numerous other species is something that I know I will never forget. The bond and attachment that you create with these animals is... more

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2 of 5 stars
Windhoek
16 Nov 2008
4
people found this review helpful

We just returned today from an overnight stay at Harnas. Harnas had been highly recommended by several friends, whose kids all loved petting the baby lions, seeing the wild dogs, cheetahs, leopards and other cats as well as the resident tortoises and giraffe. Our kids loved experiencing these things too. Then why the mediocre rating? We "grownups" were disturbed to... more

20 Jun 2007
2
people found this review helpful

I spent September 2006 as an animal care trainee on Harnas and would recommend it to anyone toying with the idea of going. To be responsible for looking after and playing with lion and cheetah cubs and having a baboon stay overnight in your cabin is something I will never, ever forget. I learnt a lot about myself too and... more

16 Mar 2007
5
people found this review helpful

I've just returned from Harnas after being there for 2 weeks which wasn't long enough. The project is 100% hands on with the animals and would highly recommend it to anyone who is thinking of going. There are some excellent activities on offer and the staff and family are really lovely and make you feel very welcome. Don't hesitate, just... more

4 Feb 2007
3
people found this review helpful

i visited harnas in november 2006 for 6 weeks and it was the most incredible experience of my life. if you love animals you will love this place it is fantastic!! i am counting the days until i go back. it is not just the animals that are fantastic but it is the family and the people who work on... more

25 Feb 2007
2
people found this review helpful

Ich war seit September 2005 bereits 3 mal als Working Guest auf Harnas. Es ist einfach unbeschreiblich schön dort! Wer... more

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Harnas Wildlife Foundation Address

Gobabis, Namibia
Tel: 264 61 235511