Conservation
Our passion for walking safaris and adventure is intricately woven with our commitment to ecology and conservation. Recognizing the inherent connection between conservation and communities, we actively contribute to the areas we operate in. This includes employing local individuals, paying conservation fees to the communities, providing dry season grazing, and supporting the education of deserving students in need.
Tumaren, our private conservation area in the Laikipia region of Kenya, stands as a testament to our dedication to wildlife conservation. Since the initiation of protective measures, Tumaren has experienced a remarkable resurgence, and we take immense pride in the safeguarding our safaris afford to benefit the local animal populations.
Here below are some specific ways we help safeguard our wildlife and biodiversity and also how our guests might help should they wish.
Tumaren Wildlife Rangers
The 12 rangers are a crucial part of the team at Tumaren, patrolling over 10,500 acres amongst increasing numbers of wildlife. They work to prevent poaching and engage local communities in conservation and monitoring wildlife. We suggest the idea of contributing to training of the team or donating kit and binoculars.
Wildlife Surveys
Wildlife Surveys: Wildlife managers responsible for decision making on the wildlife ecosystem considering biodiversity and endangered species are hugely signifiant within the conservation framework. Data drawn from surveys are crucial for these managers but also promote hard facts, a notable tool in promoting community conservation.
Conservation Leases
At Tumaren we are consistently looking to expand our conservation footprint and through managing our neighbouring land the number of wildlife and employment has considerably increased.
Invasive Species Control and Soil Improvement
While there are few invasive species in Laikipia, a significant issue is an invasive cactus. A team of payed community members physically dig them up and dispose of them to prevent their spread which would threaten indigenous flora and fauna as well as livestock. We also create swales like above to catch water and improve soils.