Conservation

- Custodians of nature -
WE ARE PASSIONATE ABOUT

Caring for Nature

Over the last 30 years at Tomjachu Bush Retreat we have strived to rehabilitate the area’s natural ecosystems through careful land management, and the reintroduction of various species to provide a haven of conservation for indigenous plants, birds, mammals and other wildlife.

We commit to sustainable tourism

The International Ecotourism Society (TIES) philosophy

Ecotourism is about uniting conservation and communities, through sustainable travel. This means that those who implement, participate in and market ecotourism activities should adopt the following ecotourism principles:

Minimize physical, social, behavioural, and psychological impacts. Build environmental and cultural awareness and respect. Provide positive experiences for both visitors and hosts. Provide direct financial benefits for conservation. Generate financial benefits for both local people and private industry. Deliver memorable interpretative experiences to visitors that help raise sensitivity to host countries’ political, environmental, and social climates. Design, construct and operate low-impact facilities

Recycling & Reuse

We recycle up to 60% of our waste. Food waste is converted to compost, and all recyclable glass, plastic & tin is recycled. We educate our staff about waste reduction to limit its effects on both our local and global environment.

Water

Our water is sourced and purified from boreholes on the property, and we are highly sensitive with our water usage. We have a number of water-saving systems in place, and we encourage our guests to be sparing to help us conserve water.

Energy

We have three solar plants on the property which harvest green energy for our essential services. We have been able to reduce our non-renewable grid energy consumption by 40%. We are also in the process of converting our electric hot water geysers to gas and solar.

Guest Experience

We focus on providing positive nature experiences for our guests with minimal impact on the natural ecology. We aim to educate and inform visitors about the wonder and fragility of our surroundings, and the need to protect it.







Land & Wildlife Experience

We carefully conserve the delicate ecosystems on the property through a number of management practices such as controlled burning, invasive species removal, synthesised migration and breeding of indigenous game.
Tomjachu proudly boasts over 296 species of birds, and an incredible variety of small and large mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and insects, as well as hundreds of plant and tree species. We work hard to protect and maintain our natural habitats, which help to ensure that migrant species also return each year.

Construction & Renovation

Many of the buildings on the property were originally farm buildings, barns and stores which have been reimagined and redesigned. In any new buildings, renovations or improvements we aim to use and reuse as much locally sourced and renewable material as possible, including stone, reeds, thatching grass, sand and gravel from the property itself.




At Tomjachu

We are passionate about

Travel and the enrichment that it brings through new experiences
and connections

Our local ecology, an environment to be enjoyed but in great need
of protection

Wildlife and adventure activities, which embody exploration & adventure

Education as a force for self-improvement and greater understanding, and a movement towards improved protection of fragile environments

Responsible and ethical business, and creating value beyond profit

Acting as a catalyst for change to promote conservation-focused participation for travellers and locals

Donate trees to be planted to offset your carbon emissions

Greenpop plant trees through urban greening and reforestation projects, spread environmental awareness, and activate people through green festivals and workshops across Southern Africa.
Follow the direct link where you can donate trees to offset your travel emissions.

Tomjachu Bush Retreat:

198 JU Welverdiend Farm,
Uitkyk Road, Nelspruit, 1201

Check-in times:

Check In: 14.00 - 18.00
Check out: 10.00

Reservation:

+27 (0) 82 704 4804
reservations@tomjachu.com
Reception hours: 08.00 - 16.00

Please notify us in advance of your expected arrival time