A team from GoPro's production crew recently visited Kevin Richardson, also known as the "lion whisperer", to explore the danger and beauty of his passions for lions and their future. Kevin's "Kevin Richardson Wildlife Sanctuary" is located just an hour north east of Johannesburg and half an hour from Pretoria in the Welgedacht Private Game Reserve, which forms part of the Dinokeng Game Reserve. Since 01 Nov 2013 Kevin's Wildlife Sanctuary is open to the public. Tours include a welcome refreshment, sanctuary tour and a guided game drive with a Field Guides Association of Southern Africa (FGASA) guide in the greater area of the Big Five Reserve, as well as a boma braai lunch at the end of the tour. For more information please visit Kevin's website! Kudos GoPro!
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08 January 2013
Fair Trade in Tourism South Africa (FTTSA) certified its first two businesses in the Dinokeng area
Fair Trade in Tourism South Africa (FTTSA) has recently certified its first two businesses in the Dinokeng area, namely the Kwagga’s Pride Guest House and the Kwalata Game Ranch.
The Kwagga’s Pride Guest House is situated in the Kwaggas Drift Conservancy about half an hour’s drive from Pretoria. The guest house believes in promoting local development and tries to achieve it through purchasing from local and small suppliers in the surrounding towns where possible, and by mentoring local artisans as well as own staff to improve their skills.
The Kwalata Game Ranch, home to kudu, zebra, giraffe, blue wildebeest, impala, waterbuck, steenbok, ostrich, warthog and many more, is situated right in the Dinokeng Game Reserve. Its "Kwalata Initiative" focuses on social investment in the neighbouring communities of Mandela Village and Steve Biko Village, and supports already existing entrepreneurs, schools and day care centres.
The Kwagga’s Pride Guest House and the Kwalata Game Ranch are expected to be the first in a long row of businesses in the Dinokeng area working toward Fair Trade in Tourism South Africa (FTTSA) certification as part of a campaign by the Gauteng Tourism Authority (GTA) called "Travel with a Conscience". This campaign is aimed at positioning Dinokeng as a responsible tourism destination.
The Fair Trade in Tourism South Africa (FTTSA) certification is an independent endorsement of fair and responsible tourism practice in South Africa. It is based on adherence to specific criteria including fair wages and working conditions, fair distribution of benefits, ethical business practice, and respect for human rights, culture and the environment. Certification is offered on a voluntary basis to providers of tourist accommodation, activities and attractions.
The Kwagga’s Pride Guest House is situated in the Kwaggas Drift Conservancy about half an hour’s drive from Pretoria. The guest house believes in promoting local development and tries to achieve it through purchasing from local and small suppliers in the surrounding towns where possible, and by mentoring local artisans as well as own staff to improve their skills.
The Kwalata Game Ranch, home to kudu, zebra, giraffe, blue wildebeest, impala, waterbuck, steenbok, ostrich, warthog and many more, is situated right in the Dinokeng Game Reserve. Its "Kwalata Initiative" focuses on social investment in the neighbouring communities of Mandela Village and Steve Biko Village, and supports already existing entrepreneurs, schools and day care centres.
The Kwagga’s Pride Guest House and the Kwalata Game Ranch are expected to be the first in a long row of businesses in the Dinokeng area working toward Fair Trade in Tourism South Africa (FTTSA) certification as part of a campaign by the Gauteng Tourism Authority (GTA) called "Travel with a Conscience". This campaign is aimed at positioning Dinokeng as a responsible tourism destination.
The Fair Trade in Tourism South Africa (FTTSA) certification is an independent endorsement of fair and responsible tourism practice in South Africa. It is based on adherence to specific criteria including fair wages and working conditions, fair distribution of benefits, ethical business practice, and respect for human rights, culture and the environment. Certification is offered on a voluntary basis to providers of tourist accommodation, activities and attractions.
02 November 2011
Pretoria: Dinokeng Game Reserve is now home to four of the Big Five
The Dinokeng Game Reserve outside Pretoria (Gauteng), which was officially opened end of September 2011, is now home to four of the famous "Big Five". The first 10 Elephant arrived on 26 October 2011 and this brings the planned Big 5 to 4, with the remaining Buffalo introduction to follow as soon as possible. The first six of eight lion were introduced to the Park just before the official opening on 19 September 2011 and 21 September 2011. Hyena, Cheetah and more Leopard will follow shortly.
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The Dinokeng Game Reserve (DGR) is situated in the North-East quadrant of the Gauteng Province of South Africa. The greater Dinokeng area covers approximately 281 000ha of rural land incorporating Roodeplaat, Cullinan, Rayton and open bushveld north of the Moloto Road (R573).
From Pretoria, take the N1 North. Take the R513 Wonderboom/Zambezi Drive/Cullinan off-ramp. At the traffic light, turn towards Cullinan. At the next traffic light, turn left onto the R573/KwaMhlanga Road. About 30km along the road, a signboard on your left will direct you to the reserve.
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The Dinokeng Game Reserve (DGR) is situated in the North-East quadrant of the Gauteng Province of South Africa. The greater Dinokeng area covers approximately 281 000ha of rural land incorporating Roodeplaat, Cullinan, Rayton and open bushveld north of the Moloto Road (R573).
From Pretoria, take the N1 North. Take the R513 Wonderboom/Zambezi Drive/Cullinan off-ramp. At the traffic light, turn towards Cullinan. At the next traffic light, turn left onto the R573/KwaMhlanga Road. About 30km along the road, a signboard on your left will direct you to the reserve.
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