Conservation at Kumbali
We are proud to collaborate with multiple conservation organisations to ensure that the wildlife at Kumbali Game Reserve and beyond is closely monitored, allowing us to assess our impact on the environment. Find out more on what we do and how you can get involved.
African Bat Conservation
Malawi is crucial for bat conservation in Africa, as noted by the IUCN, due to its diverse bat species. However, deforestation and agriculture pose threats to these populations and their habitats. At Kumbali, African Bat Conservation has studied and protected bats for over 10 years, focusing on key habitats to improve conservation efforts.
Carnivore Research Malawi
Carnivores in Malawi are in decline due to persecution, habitat loss and conflict. From our pioneering Conservation Research Centre in Malawi, Carnivore Research Malawi is working to study and conserve carnivores through applied research, conservation education and outreach, and conflict mitigation.
Lilongwe Wildlife Trust
Lilongwe Wildlife Trust focuses on rescuing, rehabilitating, and conserving Malawi's wildlife, ensuring injured and orphaned animals receive essential care. Kumbali serves as a crucial release site, offering a safe environment for rehabilitated animals to return the wild. Together, they protect Malawi's biodiversity and foster coexistence between wildlife and local communities.
African Bat Conservation
The rich diversity of bat species found at Kumbali highlights the importance of preserving these habitats to support biodiversity and maintain healthy ecosystems.
Conservation efforts are essential to protecting bats, reducing disturbances to their roosting sites, and maintaining their vital ecological roles, such as insect control.
Our shared commitment to balancing land use with conservation priorities ensures Kumbali Country Lodge is not just a beautiful destination but also a haven for biodiversity.
Together, we invite you to explore and support the remarkable world of bats during your stay.
Whilst at Kumbali why not join ABC by taking part in our research activities!
If you're interested in any of these activities during your stay at Kumbali Country Lodge, reach out and let us know.
Carnivore Research Malawi
CRM's goal is to enhance current research on urban ecology concerning carnivores, specifically to comprehend the ecological factors and causes of conflict between humans and spotted hyenas (Crocuta crocuta) in urban of Malawi. With its high population density, Malawi has shown significant instances of human-hyena conflict in settings.
They operate both within and beyond protected areas, and have a Conservation Research Centre and Lab located at Kumbali, as well as a field research camp in Kuti Wildlife Reserve near Salima.
Hyaenas of Lilongwe
Believe it or not, the capital city of Malawi has a healthy population of urban spotted hyaena (Crocuta crocuta). We have been working in community areas since 2013 to understand the ecology and drivers of conflict between people and spotted hyaena in urban areas in Malawi. Our Kumbali grounds are home to active hyaenas, which we study closely to gain insights into their behavior and interactions. Malawi is characterized by high population density, and our work has identified significant human-hyaena conflict outside protected areas. We are dedicated to understanding the behavioral ecology this urban population to inform conservation and human-wildlife conflict management.
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If you're interested in taking part in any of these activities during your stay at Kumbali Country Lodge, reach out and let us know.
Lilongwe Wildlife Trust
A Unique Partnership: Lilongwe Wildlife Trust and Kumbali
At Kumbali, we are proud to work closely with the Lilongwe Wildlife Trust to support their vital mission of wildlife rescue and rehabilitation. Through the Lilongwe Wildlife Centre, the Trust provides care for animals in need, nursing them back to health and preparing them for life in the wild.
As part of the rehabilitation effort, some animals undergo 'soft releases', a process involving close monitoring before they are fully returned to the wild. Kumbali plays a critical role in this process by providing the necessary facilities for these soft releases.
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For animals that may not be suitable for full release—such as those who have become humanized and might face threats like poaching—Kumbali offers a safe haven where they can thrive in a secure environment.
Our proximity to the Lilongwe Wildlife Centre ensures that animals experience minimal stress during their transition, avoiding the long and often challenging journey to distant national parks.
Additionally, through our banana farm, we support the Trust's work by supplying free or heavily discounted fruit to supplement the diets of animals under their care. This partnership reflects our shared commitment to conservation and creating a sustainable future for Malawi's wildlife.
