Wildlife NGP launches conservation-focused safaris in northern KZN

WILDLIFE ACT is a leading threatened species conservation NGO in South Africa, and has launched a series of unique conservation expeditions that strive to make an impact by supporting critical work on the ground for threatened species and protected areas.

Launching in northern Zululand, the conservation-focused safaris will be offered at Somkhanda Game Reserve, which is a community-run Big 5 game reserve stretching across 12 000 hectares of rolling hills and natural bushland habitat.

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They will also be offered at Manyoni Private Game Reserve, which is 23 000 hectares and is renowned for its spectacular game viewing, rich cultural traditions and conservation history.

These are the perfect settings for those who wish to join professionals on the frontline in these beautiful natural areas. The aim is for those joining in on the safaris to gain some understanding about what is happening in the field of African wildlife conversation, while also enjoying the comforts and luxuries that come with a private game reserve visit.

A safari that should leave you with a deep appreciation of all that goes into conserving our natural heritage. Wildlife ACT was established in South Africa in 2008 with the vision of saving Africa’s iconic and endangered species from extinction, thereby enabling large-scale conservation of biodiversity.

The organisation has a number of conservation projects which prioritise endangered species like the African painted dog, cheetah, rhino, leopard and vulture.

Wildlife ACT also aims to bridge the gap between rural communities and protected areas by strengthening knowledge and governance.

The NGO offers assistance to both Somkhanda and Manyoni game reserves, with monitoring and conservation interventions of endangered and priority species.

The conservation-focused safaris contribute to the cost of management interventions and other research to assist in the important work needed for the protection of these species.

‘Information is key – you cannot conserve what you don’t know enough about – and it is through this lens that Wildlife ACT works to implement strategic monitoring and research to inform and enable effective conservation management of wildlife,’ says Wildlife ACT co-founder and director of species conservation Chris Kelly.