Authentic, moving, and essential viewing
Shamwari Untamed is a celebration of conservation in action.
Shamwari Untamed is a powerful documentary series that offers an intimate, behind-the-scenes look at the vital conservation efforts at Shamwari Private Game Reserve. Season One, which is streaming on Netflix, invites viewers into the heart of the reserve, following the dedicated wildlife team as they navigate the daily challenges of protecting some of the world’s most iconic wildlife.
Join wildlife vet Johan Joubert & ecologist John O’Brien, as they care for orphaned rhinos, treat unwell leopards, and work with the wild in ways you have to see to believe.
Internationally acclaimed and winner of multiple global film awards, the journey continues in Season Two, which has already received two accolades at the 2025 International Tourism Film Festival Africa Awards (ITFFA).
While the new season is not yet available in South Africa, you can get a glimpse of what’s to come by watching the trailer here.