Witnessing Wild Survival: My First Cheetah Encounter

7 Nov

***Splash Camp*** *| Kwara Reserve | Botswana*

Just a stone's throw from our camp, I witnessed a remarkable scene: a cheetah conquering an impala, despite their similar sizes. Our guide believed the kill was recent, about 30 minutes before we arrived.

This small yet fierce predator showed both satisfaction and caution, intermittently pausing her meal to scan for dangers like lions or hyenas that could force her to flee.

Today, the cheetah emerged as the victor in the unforgiving wild— a vivid reminder of nature's relentless cycle of survival. Each day brings new challenges, but this moment belonged to her.