Unilever going trough deep waters

Unilever are a company with a tarnished record when it comes to Nature Conservation. The manufacturer of Dove and Pond’s creams are under the spot light for tapping the natural and base ingredient for this products from highly endangered shark species.
These products can be replace with similar oils found in olives.

Squalene is a natural organic compound originally obtained for commercial purposes primarily from shark liver oil, though there are botanic sources as well, including amaranth seed, rice bran, wheat germ, and olives. All higher organisms produce squalene, including humans. It is a hydrocarbon and a triterpene.
It had come to light that they admitted that the natural oils they use in their products are from endangered shark species on the cities protected species list.

Shark Liver Oil and Squalene
Sharks use oil in their livers to help regulate their buoyancy. Sharks that live in deeper water tend to have more oil in their livers. One of the main components of shark liver oil is a compound called squalene. Squalene and its derivative squalane can be found as ingredients in cosmetic products, ranging from anti-aging cream to lip gloss. Sharks, especially deep sea sharks, are targeted for the high concentration of squalene found in their livers. Many of these sharks are slow growing and mature late in life making it difficult to recover from exploitation. As a result, many shark populations are declining in the name of beauty. However, alternative squalene sources exist, including olive oil, rice bran, wheat germ, and amaranth seeds. Oceana is working to convince cosmetic companies to discontinue use of squalene and squalane from sharks.

Rhino Post Safari Lodge

Rhino Post Camp is a 16-bed lodge, set on the banks of the Mutlumuvi Riverbed, in a 12,000 ha private wilderness concession in the Kruger National Park. This unique wilderness area offers ecotourists the ideal place for encounters with the Big Five and allows visitors to track elephant and rhino on foot or view them from the comfort of open safari vehicles.


The nature of a wilderness area is that there are no permanent structures, so Rhino Post Camp was built using natural materials of stone, wood, thatch and canvas to create an authentic bush ambience. Each luxury suite is exquisitely decorated and includes bedroom and lounge with impressive views of the riverbed from the bathroom, outdoor shower and decked patio.

Following a walking safari or game drive, guests can relax in the revitalising swimming pool, take in the views from the shaded patio and watch the abundant wildlife amble down to the waterhole. Sumptuous meals are served in the camp’s dining area, which is set under magnificent Tamboti trees. The lounge, with its extensive wine cellar, cosy fireplace and bar, is the perfect spot for a sundowner. For something special, spoil yourself with a little pampering in the rejuvenation centre.

In the spirit of wilderness areas worldwide, Rhino Post Camp has been specially designed and built to have minimal impact on the environment. Few permanent structures were used in the construction of this magnificent camp. Low energy lighting, solar assisted power production, natural materials, raised walkways and bedrooms are but some of the low impact measures we have taken.

RHINO WALKING SAFARI

Rhino Walking Safaris lets you discover nature’s hidden wonders in specially tailored walking trails through a 12,000 ha private wilderness concession in the Kruger National Park. The concession shares a 15km unfenced boundary with the famous Mala Mala and Sabi Sand reserve with an abundance of wildlife moving freely between the two reserves. The concession is noted as an excellent game viewing area and good sightings can be expected.

Rhino Walking Safaris also has exclusive use of some of the Kruger National Park’s public roads for evening game drives, well after gate closing times (sunset), ensuring guests an unforgettable experience. Highly qualified guides share their wealth of bush knowledge with you – from the identification of animals, trees, grasses, insects and birds to the medicinal uses of plants, folklore and basic tracking and survival skills.

platforms can be arranged. Luxury accommodation is also available at the romantic Plains Camp and Rhino Post Camp. The concession is a stone’s throw from Skukuza, the heart of the Kruger Park, and is easily accessible by road or air.

Activities
Guided walking safaris in the proximity of your camp
Guided walking safaris from camp to camp
Specialist safaris: birds, trees, stars
Rhino tracking
Sleep-outs on elevated wooden platforms
Game drives, both day and night
Bush breakfasts, picnics, sunset cocktails and starlit dinners.