The Walker Bay Fynbos Conservancy
A collection of caring landowners protecting more than 23,000 hectares of lowland fynbos and forests
Conservation
Walker Bay,
South Africa
On the western edge of the Agulhas Plain, a group of conservation-minded landowners formed the Walker Bay Fynbos Conservancy in order to protect and conserve their land.
Our vision is to safeguard the endangered lowland fynbos and forest habitats, along with the diverse ecosystems they sustain.
Since our inception in 1999, the conservancy has aimed to manage the land sustainably.
Our conservancy therefore promotes responsible practices that supports both the preservation of natural habitats and the needs of local communities. Scientific bioblitzes and wildlife monitoring continue to reveal the extraordinary biodiversity of the region. To date, 1,551 indigenous plant species, including seven new to science, have been recorded.
The Walker Bay Fynbos Conservancy enables us to protect and manage the exceptional biodiversity of the region, thus contributing to broader environmental goals, including climate change mitigation, carbon sequestration and habitat preservation.
our commitment
Conservation in perpetuity


Protected Environment
In 2022, eight landowners came together to establish a Section 28 Protected Environment, collectively designating nearly 5,000 hectares for formal protection. This achievement was made possible through funding and expert assistance from the Grootbos Foundation and Fauna and Flora International.
Together with seven existing Section 23 private nature reserves and the magnificent Walker Bay Nature Reserve, this initiative has expanded the protected area to over 12,000 hectares of pristine and rare fynbos. This nationally proclaimed and internationally recognised conservation initiative ensures the long-term protection of this rich landscape, preserving its ecological integrity for future generations.
Progress through projects
Members of the Walker Bay Fynbos Conservancy have collaborated to become responsible custodians of the beautiful and important natural landscapes around them.




Working together
It’s crucial to also establish green corridors that link other conservation areas, providing a safe passage for fauna. Cooperation with other landscape projects and nature conservation organisations, such as the Nuwejaars Wetlands Special Management Area, CapeNature, Agulhas National Park and the Cape Leopard Trust will lead to a broader region-wide conservation network.
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