Kishindo Private Game Reserve

Nestled in the heart of South Africa’s Free State, offers a unique and diverse landscape unlike any other game reserve in the country. From vast grasslands and rocky outcrops to river systems, wetlands, and the mighty Orange River, our reserve provides a haven for wildlife and a captivating experience for visitors.

Kishindo Private Game Reserve, nestled in the heart of South Africa’s Free State, offers a unique and diverse landscape unlike any other game reserve in the country. From vast grasslands and rocky outcrops to river systems, wetlands, and the mighty Orange River, our reserve provides a haven for wildlife and a captivating experience for visitors.

Our vision for the future includes expanding Kishindo onto surrounding farms and developing a second lodge to further boost our conservation efforts and income. We also aim to establish a global tiger metapopulation project, working collaboratively with experts worldwide to ensure the long-term survival of this iconic species.

Our Passion for Nature Drives Our Purpose

Our team are mostly from the local communities in the areas surrounding the reserve, and our training program has introduced an entirely new skill set in a region of communities that were previously limited to predominantly farming-based local work opportunities. We deeply appreciate the passion and dedication that our team brings to the lodge, the land and the projects on a daily basis. Without them, we wouldn’t be where we are today.

Kishindo is an ecotourism and conservation brand with a history of over 25 years dedicated to wildlife and environmental preservation. Our purpose is to ensure the protection of vulnerable species for future generations.

Co-owned and operated by Rodney and Lorna Drew, the Kishindo reserve is home to three generations of nature custodians with a deep passion for wildlife and the natural world. Family values underpin everything we do at Kishindo.

The original Game reserve, Tiger Canyons, was created by John Varty a passionate tiger conservationist and Filmmaker. JV has now returned to his home, Londolozi Game Reserve, where he continues his work in wildlife conservation.