Take the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to enter “Meerkat Manor” and spend a magical two hours in the early morning witnessing the delightful antics of the bushveld’s most beloved residents. This burrowing member of the mongoose family, found in southwestern Africa, is unmistakably recognizable in its upright “sentinel” posture as it watches for predators. eye patches. Meerkats are early risers, emerging from their dens from approximately 6.15 AM. Please note that even though we always do our utmost to ensure significant meerkat sightings, the animal kingdom plays by its own rules, thus sightings cannot be guaranteed.