Siyafunda Wildlife & Conservation
“People are not going to care about animal conservation unless they think animals are worthwhile.” – Sir David Attenborough
"Come Discover Their Worth"
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“To Learn and To Teach” ("Siyafunda" in Zulu) are the objectives on which Siyafunda Wildlife and Conservation is founded and the basic principles that drive our projects. Our aim is to obtain a greater understanding of wildlife and the environment in which it thrives and to teach our knowledge to all who assist us at our Siyafunda projects.
Siyafunda was founded in 2004 to assist the Greater Makalali Game Reserve with monitoring their elephants as part of the contraception program, which is the longest running elephant contraception project in the world. This has now evolved to include the monitoring of all Big 5 animals as well as other predators.
Our projects have been established to provide a dedicated assistance to our partnered conservation areas. By assisting with their specific information requirements we enable the reserves to make the best decisions for the welfare of their animals. Siyafunda provides a unique and professional experience for individuals of these fascinating natural environments
Our Mission
Siyafunda is committed to:
- Being the first choice for conservation volunteers from around the world.
- Offering the best wildlife monitoring and sustainable support for game reserves, research and conservation projects in South Africa.
- Furthering knowledge and awareness by hosting researchers and interns from educational affiliations, while supporting and informing local communities.
Second Buffalo Release May 2020
#3 African Wild-dogs introduced 2019
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“Real conservationists don't cuddle animals. Keep it real!" - Siyafunda Team
Temporary Amendment to Our Terms & Conditions
Due to the events arising out of the Covid-19 Pandemic and travel restrictions imposed by governments around the world, Siyafunda Wildlife and Conservation is offering all confirmed placements and bookings who have had to cancel within the 30 day no refund period, a free change of date for the next 15 months.
