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Muzi Pan Canoeing - Zulu Culture, Hippos, Wetland Creatures

Aug 07, 2008 by Victoria in Responsible Travel, Things To Do, Wildlife Nature, ZA South Africa

Rob and Janet Cuthbertson (from Leopard Walk Lodge) work very closely with their local Zulu communities. They believe that low-impact tourism is an excellent way to provide much-needed employment in the area and to preserve the magnificent beauty of Zululand.

During our stay with them, they organised a guided canoeing trip for us with Temba, a Zulu guide who is perhaps the epitome of responsible eco-tourism. Not only has Temba set up his own tour operating company, he is also encouraging his community to become more involved in eco-tourism. Continue reading…