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Antelope Park Private Conservancy Adventures

Antelope Park Private Conservancy is a vast wildlife reserve in Zimbabwe known for its unique conservation efforts, luxury safari experiences, and diverse ecosystems supporting endangered species.

28000
Acres Protected
50
Miles of Trails
5000
Annual Visitors
1988
Year Established

About Antelope Park Private Conservancy

 

Antelope Park Private Conservancy is situated near the town of Bulawayo in Matabeleland North Province, Zimbabwe. Spanning approximately 28,000 acres, this privately owned reserve is dedicated to wildlife conservation, protection, and eco-tourism. The conservancy features savanna woodlands, riverine forests along the Hwange River tributaries, and open grasslands providing habitat for a rich diversity of African wildlife including lions, elephants, white rhinos, leopards, giraffes, and numerous plains game species. Antelope Park is notable for its successful rhino breeding programs and lion rehabilitation efforts, contributing to regional wildlife recovery. Visitors experience immersive safari drives, guided bush walks, and night game viewing excursions from exclusive lodges within the conservancy. In addition to traditional game viewing, the park offers interaction opportunities like lion walks with managed lion prides under supervision. The area carries historical significance as a working cattle ranch transitioned into a wildlife reserve, integrating conservation with sustainable private land management. The conservancy plays an important role in community engagement, supporting local employment and education initiatives aimed at wildlife protection. As a private conservancy, it provides a luxurious and intimate alternative to national parks, well suited for visitors seeking high-quality safari experiences combined with conservation education and off-the-beaten-path tranquility.

Highlights

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Lion walks with trained lion prides in a controlled environment

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Successful white rhino breeding and conservation programs

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Customized game drives and night safaris showcasing nocturnal wildlife

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Scenic riverine forests and bushland hosting diverse birdlife

Notable Natural Features

Lion Walk Program

Unique opportunity to walk alongside habituated lions led by professional guides in a safe environment.

Rhino Breeding Project

Critical breeding and protection initiative for white rhinos aimed at increasing population numbers.

Hwange River Tributaries

Riparian forest areas supporting diverse wildlife and rich birdlife within the conservancy.