Saving the Rhino, One Horn at a Time
RhinoProtect was founded by Damian Vergnaud, owner of Inverdoorn Game Reserve and Iziba Safari Lodge, as a vital step in saving the rhino. A demand based on the mythical notions of the purpose and relevance of the rhino’s horn has led to an astronomical increase in rhino poaching and the illegal trade of its horn. The time has come to take a stand and find a solution in order to protect and save the rhino.
Heated debate has ensued about ways in which the senseless slaughter of rhinos can be prevented. Amongst the proposed solutions are legalisation of horn trading and dehorning the rhino. The former presents contentious issues in terms of control and further perpetuating existing myths; while the former causes stress and behavioural changes in the rhino. RhinoProtect has come up with a solution that avoids both problems. Developing a treatment that is injected into the rhino’s horn, it becomes poisoned, coloured and x-ray detectable – without affecting the rhino or altering the appearance of the horn from the outside. The rhinos at Inverdoorn have been spared as a result of this treatment and through RhinoProtect it will hopefully help combat the war against rhino poaching and save these innocent creatures.
PO BOX 304 SEA POINT 8060
CAPE TOWN SOUTH AFRICA
Amongst the wonders of Nature exists a splendid place situated in the magnificence of the vast open Karoo landscape, Inverdoorn Game Reserve & Iziba Safari Lodge. The 10 000 hectare property is a resourceful and stylish 'oasis' destination, only a 2.5-hour drive from Cape Town city centre.
Inverdoorn offers guests the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to really get to grips with a cheetah through its Exclusive Encounters package that allow guests to spend time interacting with the cheetahs through stroking, petting and giving the cheetahs water. Guests who opt for the five-star luxury accommodation packages automatically enjoy the one-on-one encounters while an optional extra package is available to other overnight guests and even day visitors. Learn More...