MEA Markets African Excellence Award 2024
Aardvark Bioreserve won the Best Family-Owned Cultural Tourism Experience 2024 Award – South Africa
There are so many corners of our world that bloom with natural beauty, barely touched by human hands. Preserved as they were created by Mother Nature herself, these places grant us a glimpse into a harmony unlike anything humankind could craft. Just one of these breath-taking marvels is none other than Aardvark Bioreserve – a family-owned game reserve that promises to protect the natural order of South Africa’s beloved Klein Karoo. Below, we explore how, through tireless conservation efforts, Aardvark ensures the protection of some of South Africa’s most vulnerable native succulents.
Aardvark Bioreserve won the Best Family-Owned Cultural Tourism Experience 2024 Award – South Africa
There are so many corners of our world that bloom with natural beauty, barely touched by human hands. Preserved as they were created by Mother Nature herself, these places grant us a glimpse into a harmony unlike anything humankind could craft. Just one of these breath-taking marvels is none other than Aardvark Bioreserve – a family-owned game reserve that promises to protect the natural order of South Africa’s beloved Klein Karoo. Below, we explore how, through tireless conservation efforts, Aardvark ensures the protection of some of South Africa’s most vulnerable native succulents.
Famous for its extraordinary biodiversity and rich assortment of flora, the Klein Karoo is easily one of the world’s most varied biomes. Home to over 6,300 species of vascular plants – roughly 40% of which are endemic to the area – the Klein Karoo defines what it means to be a celebration of natural beauty. Partnered with its occupying South African wildlife, it has become something of a safe haven for Aardvark, and many more species that greatly deserve to be protected at all costs. Enter Aardvark Bioreserve – a family-owned game reserve whose purpose revolves around the conservation of the Klein Karoo’s natural beauty.
In essence, Aardvark Bioreserve encourages a more thoughtful tourism experience. By marrying careful conservation with holistic hospitality, the family invites guests to immerse themselves in the world of the native species roaming the South African plains. All the while, Aardvark Bioreserve is committed to ensuring that its exclusive breakaway experiences don’t impose on the natural order of the surrounding reserve, allowing animals and flora to flourish with minimal disturbances. That isn’t to say, however, that guests aren’t able to witness the majesty of these fascinating creatures.
Presenting visitors with access to luxurious accommodation, world-class mountain bike and hiking trains, and opportunities to sample local and organic produce, Aardvark Bioreserve showcases a side of the Klein Karoo that remains protected from the wider world. This very exclusivity encourages a sense of appreciation within guests – from the moment you enter the reserve, you’ll be treated to a genuine glimpse of what nature can accomplish when it’s given the freedom to thrive. Truly, Aardvark Bioreserve views the Klein Karoo as a work of art, and intends to go above and beyond to maintain its beauty while sharing it with respectful and enthralled guests.
To give readers a clearer insight into the sort of experience Aardvark Bioreserve offers, we believe Nico and Koemie Marais put it best –
“Our focus is on offering a unique experience of space, silence, unique flora, organic food, and a time to be quiet, recuperate, and connect with nature. You have exclusive access to our famous MTB and hiking trails, ending the day in your own private wood-fired hot tub under starry skies that only the Karoo offers.”
Many struggle to tread the fine line between offering luxury experiences and honouring the peace of the natural world, but Aardvark Bioreserve has seamlessly managed to strike this balance. The result is an award-winning experience that’s bound to capture the hearts of any and all who visit.
As demanding as it may be, conservation is an integral part of upholding the beauty of untouched areas of the world. Succeeding in providing this very protection to the stunning vistas of Karoo, Aardvark Bioreserve is an award-winning, family-owned destination that goes above and beyond to preserve the wonders of the natural world and local communities alike. Whichever lens it’s viewed through, Aardvark Bioreserve promises to uphold its responsibility, allowing it to cultivate a foundation of harmony upon which its experiences are built.
Whether you’re inclined to partake in the unique combination of mountain biking and game viewing, or are simply wanting to be a part of the conservation, sustainability, and increased awareness of eco-tourism’s potential, Aardvark Bioreserve is delighted to provide a luxury experience to each guest. It’s this dedication that has ultimately earned the reserve the attention of MEA Markets, and we’re pleased to present it with a position in the African Excellence Awards 2024. Our planet needs protecting, and Aardvark Bioreserve is well on its way to sharing this message with tourists, communities, and the wider world alike.
– MEA Markets | African Excellence Awards 2024 – Page 52
Famous for its extraordinary biodiversity and rich assortment of flora, the Klein Karoo is easily one of the world’s most varied biomes. Home to over 6,300 species of vascular plants – roughly 40% of which are endemic to the area – the Klein Karoo defines what it means to be a celebration of natural beauty. Partnered with its occupying South African wildlife, it has become something of a safe haven for Aardvark, and many more species that greatly deserve to be protected at all costs. Enter Aardvark Bioreserve – a family-owned game reserve whose purpose revolves around the conservation of the Klein Karoo’s natural beauty.
In essence, Aardvark Bioreserve encourages a more thoughtful tourism experience. By marrying careful conservation with holistic hospitality, the family invites guests to immerse themselves in the world of the native species roaming the South African plains. All the while, Aardvark Bioreserve is committed to ensuring that its exclusive breakaway experiences don’t impose on the natural order of the surrounding reserve, allowing animals and flora to flourish with minimal disturbances. That isn’t to say, however, that guests aren’t able to witness the majesty of these fascinating creatures.
Presenting visitors with access to luxurious accommodation, world-class mountain bike and hiking trains, and opportunities to sample local and organic produce, Aardvark Bioreserve showcases a side of the Klein Karoo that remains protected from the wider world. This very exclusivity encourages a sense of appreciation within guests – from the moment you enter the reserve, you’ll be treated to a genuine glimpse of what nature can accomplish when it’s given the freedom to thrive. Truly, Aardvark Bioreserve views the Klein Karoo as a work of art, and intends to go above and beyond to maintain its beauty while sharing it with respectful and enthralled guests.
To give readers a clearer insight into the sort of experience Aardvark Bioreserve offers, we believe Nico and Koemie Marais put it best –
“Our focus is on offering a unique experience of space, silence, unique flora, organic food, and a time to be quiet, recuperate, and connect with nature. You have exclusive access to our famous MTB and hiking trails, ending the day in your own private wood-fired hot tub under starry skies that only the Karoo offers.”
Many struggle to tread the fine line between offering luxury experiences and honouring the peace of the natural world, but Aardvark Bioreserve has seamlessly managed to strike this balance. The result is an award-winning experience that’s bound to capture the hearts of any and all who visit.
As demanding as it may be, conservation is an integral part of upholding the beauty of untouched areas of the world. Succeeding in providing this very protection to the stunning vistas of Karoo, Aardvark Bioreserve is an award-winning, family-owned destination that goes above and beyond to preserve the wonders of the natural world and local communities alike. Whichever lens it’s viewed through, Aardvark Bioreserve promises to uphold its responsibility, allowing it to cultivate a foundation of harmony upon which its experiences are built.
Whether you’re inclined to partake in the unique combination of mountain biking and game viewing, or are simply wanting to be a part of the conservation, sustainability, and increased awareness of eco-tourism’s potential, Aardvark Bioreserve is delighted to provide a luxury experience to each guest. It’s this dedication that has ultimately earned the reserve the attention of MEA Markets, and we’re pleased to present it with a position in the African Excellence Awards 2024. Our planet needs protecting, and Aardvark Bioreserve is well on its way to sharing this message with tourists, communities, and the wider world alike.
– MEA Markets | African Excellence Awards 2024 – Page 52