Transfrontier Parks Destinations (TFPD) is a consortium of like-minded associates who are business-oriented social entrepreneurs.  We are well-qualified with in-depth experience in finance, marketing, safari activities and hospitality management.

Working in Southern Africa's Transfrontier Peace Parks, we are passionate about the development of a viable and sustainable tourism industry that balances the needs of the local community with those of nature.

Our commitment is to the creation of a sustainable business model that becomes an asset for the local communities. We believe that this can be achieved when:

  • All actions are based on respect for nature and people
  • Business is managed with sound financial principles
  • The needs of the local communities, and their development, are given priority
  • Resources are used carefully, sustainably and never to the detriment of nature.

We develop and manage world-class, community-owned touist destinations that benefit the local communities. Our tourist destinations and activities in Southern Africa's Transfrontier Peace Parks are environmentally sustainable and ecologically sound.

 What we do

We identify opportunities with Southern Africa's Transfrontier Parks and Conservation areas to create or re-develop tourist-based businesses

  • We bring together the teams to design and construct the Lodge
  • We develop and execute a marketing plan that includes both international, trade and local marketing, media, public relations and advertising
  • We identify the staffing requirements, hire and train the people
  • We remain responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Lodge
  • We run a central reservations facility, with online access
  • We maintain full financial control of development and operational funds
  • We keep a formal and informal channel of communication with the officials of the local community
  • We identify and support local social development projects, and leverage the support of our guests.

 Current operations

!Xaus Lodge opened in July 2007, and with only 24 beds, !Xaus Lodge has generated more than R5,1 million in income for the Gordonia area. Owned by the ‡Khomani San and Mier communities, and hailed by tourism authorities as a flagship destination, the economic value of !Xaus Lodge lies in the ethical business principles that generate a steady and growing income for the community owners and the area.  Winner of the 2010 Imvelo Awards for Responsible Tourism (Best Practice Economic Impact).  Read the sumission here. 

Machampane Wilderness Camp  is the only private concession in the Mozambique sector of the Great Limpopo Transfrontier Park. Since opening in January 2007, the camp has borne the cost of being the only private destination being marketed in this part of Mozambique.  The opening of the Giriyondo border post, which created a route between southern Mozambique and South Africa's northern provinces, is helping grow the awareness of this tranquil destination.

More details here:  www.dolimpopo.com

 

Great Limpopo Transfrontier Park Wilderness Trails  provide tourists and locals looking for soft adventure with unprecedented opportunities to explore an untamed wilderness. As the only concessionaire in the Mozambique sector of the Great Limpopo Transfrontier Park, we are able to offer unique wilderness hiking, backpacking & fishing, canoe and 4x4 Trails.  Our service ethos means that a high level of personalisation is possible for trailists, something that is highly sought after in this market.

Trip report on the Shingwedzi 4x4 trail, read Alan Goodway's report here. 



 

Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge, is an iconic South African destination. Started in the 1950s, and owned by the Batlokloa community, the Lodge is a Development Project for TFPD. With donor funds committed, the project is currently deep into the planning and tender processes. Current proposals include both the revamping of the existing infrastructure, as well as the creation of additional facilities. Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge is currently open for business, and is fully booked most week-ends.  More details here: www.witsieshoek.co.za

 

Moonglow Guest House provides 4-Star bed & breakfast accommodation and is situated on the slopes of the mountain overlooking False Bay and Simon’s Town. On the Cape Point Route close to the penguins of Boulders and Cape Point, it has easy access to Cape Town. Local attractions include a township tour, material printing factory and a seaweed vuvuzela factory. Individually decorated rooms are all en-suite and have sea views. A full English breakfast is served in the dining room overlooking the bay. More details here: www.moonglow.co.za

     

 

 

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