Lapalala Wilderness

06/09/2026

03/09/2026

https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2026/sep/03/drones-south-africa-tech-revolution-african-conservation-aoe?CMP=share_btn_url&sfnsn=scwspwa

As graduates of an online training course gather from across the continent, the consensus is overwhelming: computers and saving animals go together

03/09/2026

We are hosting our first EarthRanger Workshop 26-30 October at Lapalala Wilderness School in the Waterberg region, South Africa.

Field teams across southern Africa are collecting more conservation data than ever before. But data volume alone doesn't create impact, and too often, the gap between what's collected in the field and what informs a management decision remains wide open.

This workshop is built specifically for data leads and protected area managers, the people actively responsible for turning field data into strategic decisions, donor reports, and meaningful conservation outcomes.

Across three days, we will work through the adaptive management cycle, from field data capture through to analysis, reporting and strategic decision-making. We will cover system integrations (including EarthRanger, CMORE, SMART and Ecoscope) and how to align your data systems with MEL frameworks, supported by case studies and good practice from sites across the region. The final day goes deeper on technical skills for data leads and EarthRanger administrators, covering advanced functionalities like analyzers and alerts, customised event types and permission settings.

Participants will leave with:
→ Advanced ER Admin skills; analyzer and alerts
→ EcoScope workflows to extract relevant ER data
→ Integration know-how between EarthRanger and CMORE
→ Insight into aligning data systems with MEL frameworks
→ Understanding of the SERCA roadmap and things to come

Send a DM to Resolve Wildlife if you're interested in attending.

26/08/2026

20/08/2026

This stunning Southern Tree Agama (Acanthocercus atricollis) was spotted soaking up the sun on a rustic rock right here in Lapalala Wilderness!

Known for their brilliant hues, these striking lizards add a vibrant splash of colour to our diverse ecosystem. Keep your eyes peeled on the tree trunks and rocky areas during your next game drive, you never know what incredible creatures you might encounter!

Have you spotted one of these colourful residents during your stay? Share your photos with us!

17/08/2026

https://www.tourismupdate.com/article/sas-astro-tourism-gains-momentum-flagship-project-lags

More than a year after South Africa’s Cabinet approved the National Astro-Tourism Strategy, implementation is underway across guide training, visit…

12/08/2026

Giant footsteps. Huge impact.

World Elephant Day, we celebrate the magnificent gentle giants roaming freely across Lapalala Wilderness.

As nature’s ultimate ecosystem engineers, elephants shape our landscape and sustain countless other species. Protecting them means preserving the wild heartbeat of Lapalala Wilderness.

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10/08/2026

Roar louder, dream wilder! 🦁

48,000 hectares of pure freedom, and these guys still own every single inch. Happy World Lion Day from our pride here at Lapalala Wilderness! 🐾