During this period his passion for nature grew as a hobby to a point where he decided to give up the city in favour of a profession in wildlife research. Jonathan went on to complete a B. Thereafter he graduated with a B. Sc degree, which he obtained in Jonathan then conducted ecological research in the Sabi Sand reserve focusing on the effect of habitat manipulation on grazing suitability for plains game in conjunction with elephant impact on the vegetation.
After finishing school in he joined the Fire Brigade as a reservist. In he joined a Cash-in-Transit company as a protection officer where he completed various courses in security and protection. In Kassie qualified in Firearms training and special tactics and became part of an elite training team in Born in in Nelspruit Mdu completed is schooling years at Khutsalani School where he matriculated in Mdu developed an interest in conservation through his school years and became passionate about nature conservation with a dream of working in the field.
This passion led to Mdu being appointed as the first student by the Southern African Wildlife College in Hoedspruit to do conservation guardianship. He graduated as the top student and was given a bursary to further his studies in Tshwane University of Technology. His goal is to make a difference in the conservation industry with the ultimate goal of potentially specializing in water conservation in South Africa.
Mdu is responsible for all road maintenance and water infrastructure and assists with conservation aspects of the reserve management. Prior to studying he was involved in a number of conservation initiatives particularly for a lesser known amphibian species and has a hobby for herpetology. After matriculation Samuel worked in various jobs in and around the greater Durban area before travelling to New Zealand for a short period.
On his return, he followed his passion and completed his Diploma in Nature Conservation at the Saasveld Campus of the Nelson Mandela University, completing his practical component at Welgevonden Game Reserve. This led to Sam been appointed as the Conservation Officer for Welgevonden. Subsequent to this while working on the Reserve he completed his B-tech degree in Nature Conservation through the Tshwane University of Technology and was promoted to Manager for the Welgevonden conservation department.
Sam is responsible for overseeing the conservation department through the implementation and planning of various habitat modification projects including the Reserves ongoing plains project, alien plant control, game management and permitting. Wilderness in the Waterberg. Welcome to Welgevonden Game Reserve. Big Five Game Reserve. Malaria Free Area. Limpopo Province, South Africa.
Size of reserve: 36,ha. One touch of nature makes the whole world kin. John Muir. Izingwe Lodge. Iwa Imfene. Tsheshepe Lodge. Woestalleen Lodge. Morala Lodge. Taaibos River Lodge. Clifftop Exclusive Safari Hideaway. Our responsibility has become our passion — Working hard to preserve our unique piece of Africa. As a shareholder you create your own wildlife adventures — experiences that surpass the usual tourist safari. As owners, shareholders have the freedom to explore the reserve without restriction.
This photo of Nigel Nicholls in Limpopo-Lipadi is magnificent. Alison managed to make it look like he was sitting quite peacefully on a folding chair right in front of the lions. Accessibility Welgevonden is entirely malaria free and just an easy 2 and a half hour drive or 45 minute flight from Johannesburg, making it one of the most accessible premier wilderness reserve in the country and a fast and unique means of escaping the hustle and bustle of the city.
Luxury Lodges There are now a handful of spectacularly luxurious, secluded and sustainable lodges within the reserve, most of which are limited to a maximum of ten guests and have been built with the strictest aesthetic attention to the surrounding environment. Popular Lodges. The Richness of The Waterberg. A uniquely perfect blend of rich cultural history and contemporary five-star service, the Saxon provides a private and peaceful retreat like no other.
Discover The Saxon. Zulu Camp Enjoy the extraordinary experience of staying in traditional honeycomb-shaped chalets in the heart of the bushveld.
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