Written by Nadine Kilala

Nestled in the remote expanses of the southern tip of the African continent you’ll find the picturesque collection of Hunter Hotels. The magical aura of Tsala Treetop Lodge, Gorah Elephant Camp, and Hunter’s Country House is not only about the encapsulating beauty of the 3 properties and their surroundings but also their impeccable sense of community. Hunter Hotels provides authentic and unforgettable experiences for travellers while ensuring that local communities receive the fruits of local tourism development. 

Using Education to Liberate 

Hunter’s is a formidable advocate of early childhood and youth education. The management of Hunter Hotels believes that quality education has the power in breaking the cycle of rural poverty in South Africa. Their initiatives are positioned to shape the long-term stability and prosperity of local communities. Hunter Hotels is passionate about opening avenues for rural children and youth to have meaningful lives that are not limited in opportunities and access.

The programs at Hunter Hotels demonstrate that they are committed to tackling an array of pertinent social issues such as literacy rates, provision of nutritious food at schools, and equipping schools with good teaching material. These programs aim to positively contribute to a young learner’s ability to grow, learn, and rise above the challenges associated with rural poverty. 

Passion Projects

The community passion projects in Hunter Hotels are spread between the 3 different properties. Hunter Hotels has a total of 4 ongoing projects that are creating ripples of development within respective rural communities.

Hunter’s Country House

Gorah Elephant Camp

Zinzi Restaurant

Tsala Treetop Lodge

The passion projects at Hunter Hotels are purposeful initiatives that are geared to create sustainable communities. The projects are very telling of Hunter Hotels drive to produce a positive impact in building empowered communities. Moreover, Hunter Hotels gives visitors a platform to learn, contribute, and engage with local communities. These initiatives at Hunter Hotels are life-changing for both the visitors and the communities – In the end, it is a moving win-win situation.

Are you looking to create an impact that transcends the norm on your visit? Why not choose Hunter Hotels to be a custodian of purposeful travel by booking your holiday at Viatu.