Big Cat Tracking

Mugie Conservancy, is dedicated to reducing human-wildlife conflict and gaining a deeper understanding of the big cats that call the area home. To achieve this, they have collared five lionesses from three different prides and a male cheetah. This allows the conservancy team to monitor their movements and ecology, providing crucial insights into predator-livestock interactions that can sometimes lead to conflict.

Guests staying with us at Governors’ Mugie are able to enjoy an unforgettable experience tracking these collared cats. Using modern tracking equipment you will witness firsthand how technology is being harnessed to conserve Africa’s lion and cheetah populations.

For a deeper understanding about predator collaring, guests can visit the Conservancy Headquarters. Here, you can observe the live tracking data displayed on a large screen in the ranger’s control room. This information is used to update local herders, enabling them to guide their livestock through areas safer from big cat encounters, particularly lions.

While tracking is an incredible opportunity, please note that the diverse topography and the nature of VHF radio tracking equipment mean that success in finding the cats is not always guaranteed. However, the experience of learning about and participating in these vital conservation efforts is always rewarding.