What could have been a noble cause is further tarnished by the army of volunteers who are constantly present in high numbers on every activity you do, and who seem more preoccupied by getting good selfies than by really caring for the animals (enticing the cheetahs to mock charge, speaking too loudly in front of an upset roaring lioness etc). The game drive consists of going from cage to cage and feeding the animals behind metal doors. The staff will tell you about the "lifeline", which is Harnas' release program, but sadly you will never get to see any of those animals that have had a successful new start at life. In reality, it is nothing but a zoo! All the animals you see are in cages, where they have spent many years for the most part. We were expecting so much out of Harnas, with it being depicted as a great wildlife sanctuary. So very thankful for that! I will anyday visit / camp at Harnas and recommend it. But this man was attentive and as soon as it looks like some where headed to climb over, he chased them away. And eventhough electrified, baboons do get over. The baboon enclosure borders the campsites. However, this is the VERY FIRST time that I experience a place considering the safety of the people visiting where baboons are concerned! We had a man guarding the camping grounds from sunrise to sunset every day, to keep the baboons out. I am normally quite nervous having baboons in close proximity to my kids as they are not to be trusted. Back at the lodge / campsite, there are opportunities to interact with animals. Sadly, it does not seem their release program is very active with most animals being their for quite a number of years. Even with young children, it was an enjoyment. A lot of interesting information was shared. 2.5 hour long where various predators are fed. The site now comprises enclosures, voluntary headquarters, safari tours, guest farm and a huge surrounding conservation land around the main hub.Harnas was our first stop on our camping trip in July (winter) with our 4 young kids. This Wildlife 'refuge' become a reality, and over the years expanded to become a major role player in conservation and wildlife campaigns. To cover the ever-increasing costs of food, new enclosures and medical treatment, all of which the family had financed until then through profits from their cattle, Harnas opened its doors to visitors and contributors. This ape was the beginning of a long line of animals that found refuge at their farm, Harnas. The very beginning was in 1978 when Nick and Marieta van der Merwe saved an abused vervet monkey from its captors for five Rand and a some bread. HWF is one of the few wildlife orphanages and medical centres in the world to take in abused, injured, and captured wild animals from Namibia, Botswana, and southern African nations, saving hundreds of animals per year. Harnas-001 Harnas Wildlife Foundation (HWF) is an organization located in Namibia, approximately 300 km east of the capital Windhoek.
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