A smiling group of six Tanda Tula team members stands close together on a shaded path surrounded by trees and green bush. They are wearing matching lodge shirts and caps, with one person in a dark polo and the others in green uniforms.

THE TANDA TULA FOUNDATION

Big Impact. Light Tread. A Better World.

Creating a positive change in tourism and conservation by investing in our wildlife, land and communities

At Tanda Tula, we believe in doing good by doing right by our people, our planet, and the future.

We proudly contribute to the protection of over 55,000 hectares of wilderness. Every Tanda Tula guest plays a meaningful role in supporting wildlife conservation and uplifting communities through impactful projects.

At the heart of this mission is the Tanda Tula Foundation, established to protect the wild, empower communities, and foster meaningful change for generations to come. This shared purpose unites every team member, partner, and guest in a story of care, connection, and transformation.

“This is not about ‘doing work in the community’, but rather about ensuring that people can access the education and resources to change their own lives.”

Nina Scott, Tanda Tula Director

Two women smile together inside a lodge lounge, with one holding a woven basket and the other carrying a leather folder. A patterned lamp, wooden doors, and a green sofa with decorative pillows appear in the background.

A child in a green and navy uniform stands on a stone path in a landscaped lodge courtyard. Behind him are plants, a wooden bench with cushions, and a lodge building with windows.

An elephant stands on sandy ground near a safari vehicle marked Tanda Tula, with guests watching from the open seats. Dust hangs in the air beside a tree and a waterhole in the background.

A purposeful way of life

Four key pillars guide everything we do:

Education: Giving young people the tools to dream bigger and achieve more.

Community Development: Uplifting local businesses and supporting grassroots initiatives.

Healthcare: Ensuring our team and their families have access to essential care.

Conservation: Protecting the land, the wildlife, and the balance of this precious ecosystem.

The four pillars

Six lodge staff members stand together outdoors among trees, smiling at the camera. They are wearing Tanda Tula-branded clothing in green tones.

Education

For us, education is hope. It’s the promise of a better tomorrow. Through the Tanda Tula Foundation, we’ve watched dreams take flight—young students excelling at top schools, staff mastering new skills, and a community empowered through learning.

We currently sponsor six students at Southern Cross Schools and support university students pursuing degrees in fields as diverse as Aeronautical Engineering and Commerce. We also invest in our team through adult literacy programs, guest-focused English training, and professional certifications, ensuring that learning never stops.

Your Impact

2025 IMPACT AT A GLANCE

Contribution in TIMBAVATI conservation levies: R2,408,339 ($146,000)

10% contribution to Timbavati Foundation: R240,834 ($14,600)

Tanda Tula Foundation contributions: R861,610 ($52,220)

Land Management Fees: R2,981,171 ($180,680)
Supporting research projects in the Timbavati, and environmental land conservation (including protection of tree species, soil stewardship and wild animal guardianship).

Bushbuckridge Community Levies: R1,219,700 ($73,925)
This levy supports the greater communities of Acornhoek and Bushbuckridge. Our contribution is intended to assist the municipality in delivering essential services such as water, electricity, and roadworks, with the aim of improving the quality of life for these communities.

An elevated view over the Timbavati landscape shows a winding sandy riverbed cutting through dense green woodland and open grassy plains. The horizon stretches beneath a soft blue sky with layered clouds.

A close-up of a conservation staff member wearing a headset and a Timbavati Private Nature Reserve uniform patch with an antelope emblem. The background is softly blurred, making the conservation theme the focus.

Six lodge staff members pose together outside a building, with three standing and three seated on the steps. They are wearing casual green and dark shirts and smiling at the camera.

A person wearing a green cap, glasses, and a green T-shirt stands with arms crossed against a plain beige wall.

GET INVOLVED

Daily per person conservation fee (Timbavati Nature Reserve conservation efforts, with 10% to the Timbavati Foundation)
Daily per person foundation contribution (Tanda Tula Foundation for scholarships, adult literacy, and healthcare services)
Once off, monthly or annual contributions help to fund scholarships and support local businesses
Funds go to priority projects and bursaries identified by Foundation governors
We use WEEVA as our sustainability management platform to hold ourselves accountable through high standards and ambitious targets
We are part of the Fair Trade Tourism network of passionate, inspiring tourism leaders in southern Africa.

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