Sustainability at Dulini Lodge
At &Beyond we seek to maintain a low impact on the land while deriving high yield for our conservation initiatives by creating very small luxury lodges that support enormous tracts of biodiverse land, which remains untouched. At every lodge we seek out small (and sometimes not so small) but meaningful ways of putting our values into action every day. Each &Beyond lodge supports the conservation of wildlife and contributes to its neighbouring communities in one way or another. In addition, we seek to limit our impact in terms of fossil fuels, the use of renewable energy, water and waste management, and recycling.
Each fortnight rangers from Dulini Lodge host rural children whose villages border the reserve, and take them on conservation lessons and game drives to see their natural heritage.
Current Sustainability projects at Dulini Lodge
Conservation Lessons at Dulini Lodge
In September 2007, the Dulini Lodge team held their first ever Conservation Lesson. A group of eight children from Hibemandla Primary School, accompanied by their teacher, arrived at Dulini Lodge eager to learn about the environment. The children were hosted by &Beyond rangers Zwaai and Ryan, who carefully explained the importance of protecting the continent's precious resources. A healthy lunch was prepared by the chef team and served outdoors, overlooking the dry riverbed.
Pangolin Research at Dulini Lodge
Johnathan Michael Swart, Ecologist for the Sabi Sand Game Reserve in which Dulini Lodge is situated, recently completed an in-depth study of the Pangolin and its foraging behaviour. Through his research, Johnathan has provided valuable information to the conservation world about the behaviour of these intriguing animals. The project revolved around 15 Pangolins, tagged with radio transmitters. Their activity, diet, foraging behaviour and habitat selection were studied over a 14-month period. Johnathan also took the opportunity to study the composition, diversity, and activity of epigaeic ants and termites in conjunction with his findings on the Pangolins. Click here to read the full report on &Beyond's interactive wildlife website: wildwatch.com.
Positive Health
Working closely with the Africa Foundation, Dulini Lodge works with lodge staff and communities to follow a wellness programme geared towards developing and maintaining a healthy immune system. Diet, natural vitamins and minerals, and the cultivation of a positive attitude are among the key factors in fighting chronic illnesses, including HIV/Aids.
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