Help Protect Nature’s Rarest Treasures
Celebrate World Rhino Day with Postcard Travel Club
Quote of the Week
The only way to save a rhinoceros is to save the environment in which it lives, because there's a mutual dependency between it and millions of other species of both animals and plants.
- David Attenborough
Dear Postcard Travellers,
There’s nothing rarer, nor more precious, than a life on the edge of extinction.
On World Rhino Day, September 22, we come together to celebrate these remarkable creatures and promote global awareness about the urgent need for rhino conservation.
Five rhino species still roam the planet: the Sumatran, greater one-horned, Javan, black and white rhino, and only around 27,000 rhinos are left in the world.
Despite the ongoing challenges of poaching, habitat destruction and other threats, there is reason for hope. Kenya’s black rhino population has more than doubled since the 1980s, rising from fewer than 400 to over 1,000 today, according to the Kenya Wildlife Service. This remarkable recovery is a testament to the power of conservation efforts.
This week, we spotlight our partners working tirelessly to protect these rare animals, from India to Northern Kenya. By supporting these projects and booking unforgettable experiences, you can help ensure that these magnificent creatures continue to grace the earth for generations to come.
Karen Hastings
Editor-in-Chief, Postcard Travel Club
Track Rhinos at Borana Lodge, Kenya
At Borana Lodge, nestled in Kenya’s vast Borana Conservancy, you can embark on a truly extraordinary adventure—tracking rhinos on foot.
As dawn breaks, you set out with the conservancy’s dedicated rangers, joining their daily mission to monitor the rhino population. The cool morning air fills your lungs as the golden savannah stretches out before you.
This is more than just a walk; it’s an immersive conservation experience. With each step, you gain insight into the behind-the-scenes work of protecting these majestic creatures. The rangers expertly guide you through the rugged terrain, pointing out tracks and signs, while you feel the thrill of encountering not only rhinos but giraffes and zebras as well.
Prefer not to travel on foot? Sign up for an exhilarating rhino-tracking safari on horseback, or ride along in one of the lodge’s safari vehicles and see these incredible creatures up close.
Meet the Pioneers of Black Rhino Reintroduction at Saruni Rhino
Saruni Rhino is the first community-owned rhino sanctuary in Africa, and it conducted the first black rhino reintroduction to Northern Kenya. Today, you can participate in their important rhino conservation work by joining them on a black rhino tracking adventure.
Guided by an expert ranger and a skilled tracker, you’ll explore the vast, rugged terrain of the 25,650-acre Sera Conservancy.
As you move deeper into the wilderness, your guide interprets the landscape, pointing out subtle signs of the rhinos’ passage: tracks in the dust, disturbed vegetation, distant movements.
The thrill of seeing a black rhino in its natural environment is indescribable. The raw power and grace of this ancient creature are unforgettable, a privilege that few experience. Your connection to the land and its wildlife deepens with every moment spent in their presence.
At Saruni Rhino, not only are you immersed in a once-in-a-lifetime experience, but you also play an active role in supporting one of Africa’s most significant wildlife conservation initiatives.
Go Behind the Scenes of Rhino Conservation at Lengishu
At Lengishu, an exclusive-use family home nestled in the heart of Kenya's Borana Conservancy, you are invited to experience one of Africa’s most remarkable conservation stories.
Set against the backdrop of a 32,000-acre sanctuary, Borana is a haven for black and white rhinos, whose populations have flourished thanks to years of dedicated efforts. You’ll have the opportunity to witness the rhinos up close, exploring the conservancy's diverse terrain.
As you venture out from Lengishu, your senses sharpen as you scan the landscape for signs of wildlife. Here, you’ll gain insights into rhino tracking, rhino identification and navigating the bush safely on foot.
Behind the scenes, Lengishu offers a deeper connection to the land. You can meet the rangers who protect these endangered species, visit community schools and gain insight into the essential work that sustains both wildlife and livelihoods in the region.
Visit Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary with M.V. Rudra Singha II in India
Aboard the luxurious M.V. Rudra Singha II river cruise, your journey through the serene waters of Assam is elevated by the thrill of a jeep safari into Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary.
Known as the "Mini Kaziranga," Pobitora is home to an extraordinarily high density of Indian one-horned rhinos.
As you step off the cruise and into the waiting jeep, the excitement builds. The sanctuary's mist-laden landscape stretches before you, a mix of wetlands and grasslands rich with life. The jeep rolls through the sanctuary's rugged terrain, and the sounds of the forest envelop you—the calls of distant birds and the rustling of leaves.
With the guidance of expert naturalists, you keep your eyes peeled for the elusive rhino. Suddenly, there it is—a majestic one-horned rhino grazing just ahead. As you observe this incredible creature in its natural habitat, a sense of awe takes over.
The sanctuary is not just about rhinos; you may also spot wild boar, vibrant birds and even leopards.
Returning to the M.V. Rudra Singha II, the tranquillity of the river welcomes you back, perfectly complementing your thrilling day of exploration.
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