Who founded Conservio?

Conservio was founded by Lara Dendy Young.

Who are Conservio's investors?

Conservio's investors include E4E Africa, Volve Capital.

How much funding has Conservio raised?

Conservio has disclosed $1M raised across 1 of its 2 known rounds.

Conservio

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Conservio is a booking platform connecting travelers with nature-focused accommodations and getaways in Africa, emphasizing support for conservation, community development, and ethical business practices among its partner lodges.

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Founders & leadership

Lara Dendy Young Co-Founder2020–2026Lara Dendy Young is co-founder of Conservio, an online booking platform that connects travelers with nature-focused accommodations across Africa while supporting conservation and community development. She has worked in the tech and ecotourism industries.

Investors · 3

E4E Africalisted by E4E AfricaCape Town

How we know: E4E Africa's portfolio page · funding news · ventureburn.com · Not right? Tell us

Volve Capitallisted by Volve CapitalAmsterdam · $218K – $545K

How we know: Volve Capital's portfolio page · funding news · weetracker.com · Not right? Tell us

Also in the syndicate · 1

Living Hope Ventures

Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

$1M disclosed across 1 of 2 rounds · 2025

$1MraisedJan 2025 · 3 sources
E4E Africa (lead), Living Hope Ventures, Volve Capital
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Undisclosed amountpre-seed funding roundJan 2025
E4E Africa (lead), Living Hope Ventures, Volve Capital
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Frequently asked questions

What does Conservio do?: Conservio is a booking platform connecting travelers with nature-focused accommodations and getaways in Africa, emphasizing support for conservation, community development, and ethical business practices among its partner lodges.
Who founded Conservio?: Conservio was founded by Lara Dendy Young.
Who are Conservio's investors?: Conservio's investors include E4E Africa, Volve Capital.
How much funding has Conservio raised?: Conservio has disclosed $1M raised across 1 of its 2 known rounds.