Founded in 1969 and officially declared a nature reserve in 1972, the Klaserie Private Nature Reserve originated from the visionary concept of three farmers. They aimed to unite their individually owned farmlands along the Klaserie River into one protected area. This initiative aimed to preserve the natural habitat and wildlife of the region, ensuring a conserved space for future generations. Today, Klaserie remains a pivotal conservation area, offering a sanctuary for diverse species and a prime location for eco-friendly tourism.

The private reserves bordering Kruger National Park stand as the origin of sustainable eco-tourism in Southern Africa. This region is celebrated for its high biodiversity, featuring some of the richest flora and fauna on the continent. Thanks to the well-preserved environment, large populations of wildlife are visible throughout the year.

As a proud member of the Klaserie Private Nature Reserve, we are committed to conservation. Our mission is to maintain the reserve as close to its pristine condition as possible, focusing our efforts on minimizing the human footprint. This dedication ensures a sustainable future for the diverse ecosystems we cherish and the wildlife that thrives here.

What’s more important than food? Water! In all our planning we learnt that one of the biggest culprits of waste in lodges is water, but not in the way you think. Due to the poor quality of water in most wilderness areas we learnt that most lodges ship in all of their drinking water in either plastic or glass bottles. This amounts to incredible waste of not just plastic and glass but also fuel and resources. Our plan? A state of the art reverse osmosis water treatment plant. The quality of our drinking water is better than any bottled water we have tested. And the best part? It all happens right here. No packaging, no transport and no waste!