Here in the UK we all have the tune of “compare the Meerkat.com” running through our heads, but it is a testament to these funny little creatures that have taken the world by storm and become true wildlife stars. So, when in Africa, why not go on a unique Africa Holiday that will leave you smiling for weeks!
The Meerkat Magic Conservation Project, located near Oudtshoorn, in the Klein Karoo, is a universally unique conservation project, and its here that you can get up close (almost within a few metres of their burrow) to a group of extraordinary meerkats or suricates – the only wild community known to exist outside the Kalahari.
See their pert heads pop up and gaze at them all stand on their hind legs checking the world out! Faces raised to the sun and noses twitching!
Tours are done strictly on an ‘observe and conserve’ basis, with very limited numbers allowed to visit at a time, so the troupe, who migrate in search of food constantly, are never interfered with or troubled.
In order to get maximum viewings of these lovable creatures without disturbing them too much, sunrise and sunset are the best times to seek out these highly social, ferociously territorial and endlessly entertaining creatures.
Aside from getting all the meerkat low-down by Grant M. McIlrath- A.K.A – The Meerkat Man, you’ll learn about the other “Shy 5” members – porcupine, aardvark (antbear), bat-eared fox, and aardwolf.
From here, you have the chance to learn about another of South Africa’s fascinating creatures – the world’s largest flightless bird – the Ostrich by visiting an Ostrich ranch, or look in at one of the nearby animal rehabilitation centres for a wildlife encounter you’ll never forget.
This is a wonderful day out and one that will certainly let you leave with a spring in your step.
It also grants you the opportunity to explore a fascinating area of South Africa, the Klein Karoo. Visit Oudtshoorn, the main town of the Little Karoo where you will be welcomed with hospitality which has become synonymous with the people of the Klein Karoo. The Klein Karoo is set in a productive valley sandwiched by the Swartberg and Outeniqua mountain ranges. Crops such as lucerne, tobacco, fruit, grapes and grains grow here in great quantity .
Oudtshoorn became eminent at the turn of the century for its production of Ostrich feathers which where much in demand and fetched their weight in gold. This caused a “feather boom” and you can see many fine Victorian mansions that were built by the affluent ostrich farmers at this time.
Outdshoorn is a town with the most sunny days per year in the whole country! Protected from the coastal belt by the mountain ranges the Klein Karoo also enjoys many windless days.
Oudtshoorn is a wonderful exciting halfway stopover when travelling between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth, with the coastal town of George and the Garden Route about 55 km’s away. One of South Africa’s eight wine regions, the Klein Karoo is large in area but small in production and these wines are classed with the best in the South African wines.
First class hotels, lodges, inns and guesthouses await the visitor. Enjoy the friendly atmosphere offered in town or at various surrounding farms. Experience the joy of life in the country and breathe in the healthy, unpolluted air. Taste the art of the fine local wines and dine on the exceptional cuisine of restaurateurs from a five course meal which could include Ostrich, to a delightful lighter meal, all exquisitely available to satisfy every taste.
The Klein Karoo is one area you will not soon forget!
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