The Cape Recife Conservancy (CRC) seeks to protect this rich and bio-diverse natural heritage by effectively managing and conserving all it’s resources for our future generations.
What is a Conservancy?
Privett (2001) defines a conservancy as follows: “a group of properties in which neighbours have pooled their resources for the purpose of conserving fauna and flora, as well as the adoption of environmentally friendly land-use practices.” A conservancy therefore, is an effective conservation model for landowners willing to collectively manage their lands and would serve as a vehicle for landowners to communicate and interact with each other, to pool resources and seek donor assistance, and to manage the entire area in a more efficient and environmentally sound manner. The CRC serves as a vehicle for partners to communicate and interact with each other, to pool resources and seek donor assistance, and to manage the entire area in a more efficient and environmentally sound manner.
The Cape Recife area contains a unique blend of globally important plant and animal species, including highly endemic coastal fynbos, which are currently experiencing insufficient biodiversity conservation efforts and protection.
The Cape Recife Area is situated off Marine Drive, along Port Elizabeth’s magnificent beachfront. The area’s rich natural diversity, exciting outdoor activities and various accommodation establishments makes it a ‘must-see’ destination for anyone visiting Port Elizabeth.
The unique and easily recognisable Cape Recife Lighthouse stands as a beacon overlooking this natural wonderland and for those patient enough, nature might reward them with a glipmse of the Roseate Tern or perhaps the Cape clawless otter. From it’s unique blend of globally important plant and animal species to it’s breathtaking beaches - Cape Recife offers its visitors a truly unique natural experience.