The Story of
Nama Sands

Our Story

The Story of
Nama Sands

Nama Sands was born from a vision rooted in conservation, responsibility, and a deep respect
for the land.

In the early 17th century, overexploitation dramatically reduced wildlife numbers across the Western Cape, changing the landscape and ecosystems forever.

Founded by passionate conservationists who believed in the sustainable stewardship of the land, Nama Sands became a sanctuary where wildlife could return, thrive, and coexist with people in harmony.

A Sanctuary on the West Coast

Based in Hopefield, the oldest town on the West Coast, Nama Sands lies along the R27 between Malmesbury and Vredenburg, just over an hour from Cape Town in a malaria-free zone.

Spanning over 4,000 acres of diverse terrain, from forest and rolling dunes to Cape Fynbos and open plains, the land is both dramatic and restorative.

Conservation, breeding, and tourism exist in careful balance, allowing wildlife to flourish while guests experience the landscape through immersive and extended game drives.