“IT IS OUR HOPE THAT BY 2026, LONDOLOZI WILL BE A BEACON OF LIGHT IN THE WORLD. A PLACE THAT PEOPLE WILL LOOK TO AS A MODEL FOR THE POSSIBILITY OF LIVING IN DEEP HARMONY WITH EACH OTHER AND THE NATURAL WORLD. A PLACE WHERE EACH PERSON BELONGS TO THE MOVEMENT TO RESTORE OUR PLANET” — Dave Varty
“Globally, greenhouse gas emissions must be substantially cut to meet international net-zero targets. Hydrogen as a fuel is central to achieving these goals. It is a game-changing source of energy that can be used as both a raw material for industry and as a power source for transport and the home. It has the potential to make a significant impact in the fight against climate change. It’s time to embrace hydrogen” – INEOS Automotive
On our 100-year journey, Londolozi has recognised that a sustainable future living with people, wildlife, and the planet has to start today. Londolozi’s prototype Futuristic African Village is an experimental space of working examples demonstrating how technology can be utilised to reduce and measure the human impact within a wilderness area. Our vision is dedicated to a global shift in consciousness, by embracing a low-impact lifestyle and lowering our own demand for finite resources like water and electricity in every aspect of our business. Londolozi is always striving for best practices in renewable energy, striving to find ways to leave as little footprint as possible on the planet.
What has always been at the forefront of our minds is the intention to migrate our entire fleet of game-drive vehicles to a sustainable safari vehicle option by the year 2026, our 100th birthday. Since 2006, we have been searching for answers that have a sustainable solution. Our intention over the years has been to explore any and all possibilities with many successes and failures along this journey.
So it was with great excitement that INEOS Automotive chose Londolozi as the place to launch the brand new INEOS Grenadiers in 2022!
What an honour it was to host such a forward-thinking team, who share our vision in making technology more sustainable for our planet. As part of this incredible experience, Londolozi had the opportunity to see the unveiling of the first-ever Grenadier Safari vehicle concept. As we saw this vehicle move effortlessly across the Londolozi landscape – with the knowledge that the future iterations may very well be propelled by INEOS Hydrogen technology – we realised what an ultimate 100th birthday present this would be. This vehicle might leapfrog our previous dream of deploying a fleet of electric-powered safari vehicles, and replace that concept with green hydrogen instead, but the research will tell us more.
INEOS Grenadier Safari Vehicle Concept
Here is what we discovered…
Looking for Solutions – The INEOS vision
A new solution to green game-drive vehicles may be on the horizon. We were lucky to be a part of the unveiling of the first-ever INEOS Grenadier Safari Vehicle Concept, where INEOS has recognised that using hydrogen as a fuel is central to achieving these goals. The EU and European governments have made laudable commitments to support the development of Europe’s hydrogen economy, contributing to critical net-zero targets by 2050. INEOS is in a unique position to lead the transition to a hydrogen-powered economy, playing a leading role in supporting these efforts.
We look forward to learning more together with INEOS on our never-ending mission, for the preservation and protection of the planet as we approach our centenary year in 2026.
Londolozi is on the hunt for whatever the solution may be, so much research still needs to be done. However, seeing this incredible company in action first-hand, we are dreaming that by 2026, this initiative might just go a long way towards contributing to our broader goal of reducing our impact, as well as delivering a deeper, meditative wildlife experience for our guests.
As a family-owned and run business, we will never stop searching for ways to get more sustainable, looking for solutions that might change how we live on our planet. Partnering with leaders in the sustainability field allows this dream to come about faster.
How very exciting! Will the safari vehicle be put in rotation through all the camps?
Thank you, Willa. Our dream is to have an entire safari vehicle fleet that is a sustainable solution in the future.
Wowzer, what an amazing technological breakthrough
Thank you, Ian.
That’s awesome! You guys are the best in SO many ways!💚💚👍
Thank you for your kind words, Michael.
This new safari car seems to be a very solution. And it is nice that it isn’t as big as the other cars.
A very exciting solution indeed, Christa.
Very inspiring and equally cool!!
Thanks so much, Paul.
Once again, for the zillionth time, Londolozi leads the way with this groundbreaking announcement. I can’t wait to have my game drive in one of these vehicles.
Thank you, Jeff. We are looking forward to exploring all possibilities for a fleet of sustainable safari vehicles.
How exciting would it for 100th birthday present to be an INEOS developed hydrogen powered safari fleet of vehicles for Londolozi. Good luck with the ongoing research. Hydrogen is for sure an exciting component of the future energy mix. Thanks Shannon for a fabulous blog – thank you for sharing.
Thank you, Jane. We look forward to updating you on our progress in finding the most sustainable safari vehicle possible.
Shannon, this is such exciting news and a huge step forward towards the completely sustainable vehicle. A question- what is the sound level? I’ve read that properties that have added electric vehicles to their fleet have reported some animals have had negative reactions, most likely because they are startled by the silent machine.
I applaud Londolozi for their continuing research into building a fleet of vehicles that will leave no imprint on earth’s natural resources that in fact produces a trickle down effect. This family truly lives and promotes the sustainability ethos (water treatment plant, composting, solar power, no plastic, and investing in the local communities) just to highlight a few. For these reasons, and of course viewing the variety of flora and fauna, I will continue to visit Londolozi and support The Ripple Fund/GWF as my appreciation of their constant support to make our world a better place.
Thank you for your kind words and for your continuous support over the years, Denise.
This is amazing news
Thank you, Rob.
Shannon, thank you for the update on your hydrogen vehicles. It is certainly one of the best power sources our world has at its disposal .
Thank you, William. We look forward to researching and learning more about the different solutions for a sustainable safari vehicle at Londolozi.
Shannon that will be a fantastic partnership between Londolozi and Ienos Hydrogen Safari, for the preservation and protection of the planet. Wonderful to see the Ilumi Ranger James Tyrrell again. We mis him so very much. Great innovation to preserve the land and environment and being sustainable in every aspect. Well done Londolozi!!!
Thank you so much for your kind words, Valmai.
Great! EXCEPT much of the pleasure of a safari drive at Londolozi has been “no top” covering the guests on a drive. Now….I don’t look forward to riding in a vehicle with a top.
Thank you, Judith.
Shannon, This is brilliant!!! We know that experimental electric vehicles were being tested at Londolozi, but this is even more exciting! Bravo to the team!
Thank you so much, Michael and Terri. We are excited about the journey to discover a sustainable safari vehicle solution in the future.
That’s fantastic I look forward to seeing how it goes. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you Moira!
This is a fantastic and exciting development! I had no idea hydrogen vehicles were even in development.
It certainly is a very exciting time, Chelsea.
Really great news. Londolozi is setting an example for others in being sustainable. Another reason (like I needed another one) to come back.
Just out of curiosity – where does the hydrogen come from and is it really green hydrogen? Here in the EU there is lots of debate on if, how and when green hydrogen is truly green.
bravo!!!