Matt Cowell Safaris is proud to utilize and support camps and lodges that have initiatives that help local communities. These camps and lodges employ staff from these communities as well as helping them by educating them in areas of conservation and hospitality.   

DART Wildlife

Matt Cowell Safaris supports DART Wildlife: DART was formed in 1999 in Dete by Paul de Montille , a Professional Wildlife Guide, to alleviate the suffering of animals caught in wire snares set by poachers. DART is a registered Wildlife Trust based in Hwange National Park that not only darts (immobilizes) and treats snared and injured wildlife, but for many years has also conducted snare patrols to search for and remove these horrific devices from the bush before they can do any harm. Over time DART expanded its operations to provide assistance and valuable logistical support including vehicles, fuel and equipment to Researchers & National Park Rangers in the field. DART is only able to operate and carry out its work and rescues thanks to donations from people who share our passion and dedication to Wildlife Conservation. More info at www.dartwildlife.org

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Supporting Local Communities

Investing into local communities:  All the camps and operators we use are for the most part owner-run and committed to social/community upliftment programs in their regions of operation. This commitment to local communities and investing back into local people, along with the high operational standards of the camps and operators, is very much part of our decisions to support them for our safaris.