The Zandvlei Trust
Caring for Zandvlei Estuary
Join us in preserving one of Cape Town’s most vital wetland ecosystems. Together, we can ensure this natural treasure thrives for generations to come.
Our Impact
30+
Years of conservation
200+
Bird Species spotted at Zandvlei
130+
Members
70+
Bakkies (pickup truck) loads of litter removed each winter
The mission of the Zandvlei Trust is to protect and conserve the Zandvlei. In particular to enhance the indigenous fauna and flora of this natural resource for the benefit of all.
What we do
The Zandvlei Trust (ZVT) is a community led public benefit organisation dedicated to protecting the natural resources of the Zandvlei and its immediate surrounds. The Trust continuously pushes for better management of the vlei and its surrounding environs.
Get Involved
Donate today and help protect the Zandvlei Estuary for now and future generations.
Be one of the amazing volunteers who provide “people power” behind our projects.
Supporters are the force that provide the funding needed to take action to help look after the Zandvlei estuary for wildlife and the community.
What’s happening
Entries for the Zandvlei Trust 2025 Calendar Competition are open! We are looking for wonderful images taken of birds, wildlife, landscapes, people enjoying themselves or anything else about Zandvlei!
The “Zandvlei Trust Spring talks” was created as a series of public talks by people who have a deep interest in the environment, sustainability and nature, especially related to Zandvlei.
First Saturday of the Month Get-together
“First Saturdays” are spent tackling one of a variety of tasks – gardening, purely walkies and talkies (birds, plants, etc), litter cleanups along the vlei, and anything else that members suggest. Each event is an absolute max of 2 hours, but any time you can spare would be great. Watch our socials for updates, and tell you friends, that’s where the cool people will be.