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Today, embracing sustainability goes beyond merely offsetting carbon emissions. The leading eco-conscious lodges and reserves prioritize community engagement, harnessing renewable energy sources, and embedding conservation into their core values.
Sustainability-focused projects
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On a sustainable safari, you can get involved with on-the-ground conservation projects, learning how these essential initiatives protect our planet’s most endangered species and habitats. This includes wildlife safeguarding and anti poaching initiatives such as notching and microchipping rhino and collaring elephants as well as rehabilitation projects to reintroduce animals to the wild.
Here are some of our favorite initiatives:
Akagera is co-managed by the Rwanda Development Board and African Parks, a non-profit conservation organization. Projects focus on the reintegration of key species into the park, such as lions and rhinos, to bolster local ecosystems, while simultaneously engaging with surrounding communities through education, employment, and skills development. This includes a game ranger training program. By empowering locals and involving them, Akagera is not only safeguarding its unique wildlife and habitats but also creating a lasting, positive impact on the lives of those who call this incredible region home.
A long-term research and conservation initiative focused on understanding and preserving the unique biodiversity and ecological processes of the Kalahari region in southern Africa. Launched in 2009, the project brings together researchers, conservationists, and land managers to investigate the effects of various factors, such as climate change, land-use practices, and human-wildlife interactions, on the Kalahari’s ecosystems and endangered species.
Pack for a Purpose is a global initiative that encourages travelers to bring supplies and donations for local communities in their luggage when visiting participating destinations. Selinda Reserve in Botswana, is one such destination that actively collaborates with this initiative.
In Selinda, Pack for a Purpose works closely with safari lodges and camps in the region, including Great Plains Conservation’s Selinda Camp, Zarafa Camp, and Selinda Explorers Camp. These establishments partner with the initiative to support local schools, clinics, and community projects.
The Great Plains Foundation’s Student Conservation Camps is an initiative aimed at inspiring and educating young people about the importance of conservation, wildlife, and the environment. The camps are designed to provide students with hands-on experiences and learning opportunities in the African wilderness, led by skilled and experienced guides and conservationists. These immersive camps typically last for several days and offer a range of activities, such as game drives, guided nature walks, and interactive discussions on topics like ecology, biodiversity, and wildlife conservation.
The Bushcamp Company’s “Charity Begins at Home” initiative is a community-focused program that aims to uplift and support the people living in and around the South Luangwa National Park in Zambia. Recognizing that the welfare of the local communities is intrinsically linked to conservation efforts, the initiative focuses on several key areas to foster sustainable development and ensure that the benefits of tourism reach those who need it most.
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