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Conservation

Bushmans Kloof is a sanctuary for biodiversity and conservation. As custodians of this unique National Heritage Site, we are dedicated to protecting its rich ecosystems, from critically endangered species like the Clanwilliam Cedar Tree and the Cape Mountain Zebra, to vital freshwater habitats and indigenous wildlife. Our commitment to sustainable conservation practices allows nature to thrive while offering guests an intimate connection with one of the world’s most extraordinary natural environments. 

A National Heritage Site

At Bushmans Kloof, the land’s beauty inspires our ongoing mission to preserve it for future generations. Here at Bushmans Kloof, a National Heritage Site within the Cape Floral Kingdom, we are well aware of our extraordinary environment, and feel ourselves beholden to the land that sustains a plethora of plants and creatures, including ourselves. We are the proud winner of a host of ecological awards, including the Condé Nast World Savers Award for Wildlife and Conservation Programmes. 

Clanwilliam Cedar Trees

Together with the Botanical Society and Western Cape Nature Conservation, we are committed to supporting the Clanwilliam Cedar Tree Project. Bushmans Kloof are proud to be a satellite nursery for Sustainable Ceder, who are working towards developing a self-sustainable population of the critically endangered Clanwilliam Ceder Tree. These mountains are named after the Clanwilliam Cedars (Widdringtonia cedarbergensis) that were once abundant on the upper slopes, and are now faced with possible extinction. 

The Cape Leopard Trust

Offering these majestic animals endless, protected territory within the Bushmans Kloof conservations grounds, the Cape Leopard are able to grow from their once near-extinct numbers to a population of essential wildlife within the natural ecosystem in which they now thrive. Central to Bushmans Kloof’s ability to protect these iconic African animals is staying abreast of modern approaches to sustainable wildlife management. Bushmans Kloof is immensely proud to partner with the Cape Leopard Trust in a shared commitment to Leopard ecology and sustainability in the area.

Anatolian Shepherd Dogs

We have partnered with leading active conservation organisations Cheetah Outreach to ensure local communities can protect themselves and their livestock from top predators responsibly and sustainably, while also helping protect one of Africa’s most endangered wild animals. Anatolian Shepherd dogs have been introduced to the Greater Cederberg Area as livestock guardian dogs. As born and bred guardians, Anatolian Shepherds offer a perfect solution for Bushmans Kloof and the surrounding region.

Indigenous wildlife

Freshwater research centre

Freshwater research centre

The Freshwater Research Centre (FRC) is a non-profit organisation dedicated to impactful freshwater research and conservation in South Africa. The centre promotes cross-cutting, collaborative research and is committed to developing innovative solutions to balancing water for people and biodiversity in a sustainable and equitable way.

Committed to conservation

We are well aware of our extraordinary environment, and are indebted to the land that sustains a plethora of plants and wildlife.

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