Conservation, Rehabilitation, Protection, Education

Conservation at Shamwari is about the management, development and rehabilitation of the environment to create a sustainable ecosystem through the implementation of fundamental conservation principals. The conservation department at Shamwari has a highly effective unit consisting of a wildlife manager, ecologist, education and an anti-poaching unit. To ensure the lasting sustainability of the reserve as an ecosystem rich in biodiversity, the ecology department strives to protect and where necessary to improve the environment. The wildlife department has received the Global Nature Fund Award for Best Conservation Practice and Dr Johan Joubert, our Wildlife manager was voted one of South Africa's Top Ten Conservationists, awarded by the Endangered Wildlife Trust. The anti-poaching unit boasts highly trained personnel.