A Lions Wild Life - Dean Schneider

WE MADE IT! After 4 Years of hard work, blood, sweat & tears we finally got the Live Wild Area (600’000sqm of pure african wilderness) approved by the government of South Africa. The first two lions Dexter & Snow have been released in it and it was a huge success. Seeing them thriving and living a life wilder than anyone could have ever imagined for a captive bred lion is literally the biggest Milestone in the history of the Hakuna Mipaka Oasis. The job is not done though. There is 4 more Lions to be moved to the Live Wild area Leo, Nayla, Kiara & Khaleesi are eagerly waiting for their big Day. All this needs a lot of planning & resources which is the reason why the second movement is most probably going to happen later this year or in the beginning of 2024. I hope You guys enjoy the content and it allows you to experience the most important moments and steps of my life together with Me and the entire Hakuna Mipaka Team. We appreciate Your support a lot and ever donation, like, comment & share helps us to spread the message even further inspire more people around the globe and most importantly help the animals.

Much Love

Dean Schneider


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About Dean Schneider:
I am a 30-year old Swiss guy, who dedicated his entire life to the animal world! Nowadays, I live in Africa, I am a member of a lion pride, my wife is a hyena and I’m a daddy of two monkeys. Besides that, I have built a global voice for our planet’s wildlife over the past two years!

Born in Switzerland (Zurich) on October 3, 1992, I was blessed to grow up in a loving family with my sister (one year older) and my parents, who were always very supportive and loving. My mother is originally from the Balkan region (Southeastern Europe), while my dad is a Swiss citizen. I discovered my deep passion for wildlife at the age of six or seven, through the legendary Steve Irwin! He was the one who brought wildlife into my living room in Zurich and inspired and educated me about all kinds of different animal species.

Even though I was so passionate about animals, I originally followed a very ordinary path to adulthood, eventually ending up in the finance industry as a financial advisor. After a very successful year, I decided to found my own company, which then, over the next three years, allowed me to generate the financial foundation to launch the Hakuna Mipaka project at the age of 23-24.

After starting my life in South Africa additional financial support form my Family allowed me to evolve and develop the Hakuna Mipaka Oasis for 2 Years without having to depend on any income sources such as offering touristic visits / programs, breeding or trading of animals, donations or any other monetary businesses!

About Hakuna Mipaka:
The Hakuna Mipaka Oasis is located on around 400 hectares (four million square meters) in the wilderness of South Africa! It is home to thousands of different wild animal species! Besides that, the oasis also serves as a life-long home to a few rescued wild animals, which were born in captivity! We also do rehabilitation programs with different animals, which are then being released back into the wild.

The Hakuna Mipaka Oasis is my personal home and a private sanctuary that is NOT open to the public. We don’t cater to tourists and don’t allow any day visits or animal activities! We don’t breed animals and we are also not trading animals. I built this place for animals and not for humans. The Hakuna Mipaka oasis is a secure, wild & lifelong home to the animals that live here.

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[diamondstud]

Congratulations on completing this much of your goal to allow the lions to live free, but safely for lions born in captivity! It’s incredibly inspiring! ❤

[DG-ydnh]

When he choked up, I cried. I've been watching since day 1 and the love and respect that he has for these lions (and they have for him) is incomparable and beautiful ❤❤❤❤

[weijingburr]

I wish I had more to give. Kia ora toku tuakana.

[thelma-]

That's not much, but it's from the bottom of my heart. Thank you for sharing your life with us!

[JennyLouRendon]

Thanks Dean for taking good care of the lions. All the best from the Philippines ❤

[julieannfaehealing]

Thank you for being an animal angel ❤

[LovishSharma.]

It makes my day when he uploads with his PRIDE 🗿

[basit]

"Freedom is not a place, it's a feeling" - Dean Schneider. You feel from an outer world because a vast majority we look around are heartless creatures. You are amazing and most inspiring. I know these words not truly justify how amazing you are and the work you are doing. Future generations will be thankful to you.

[alannabalderas]

You can truly see the love dean has for these animals. What an accomplishment, to give them the best possible life.

[reeree]

It ALWAYS makes my day when Dean posts a video. There's just nothing like him ANYWHERE! Thanks!

[yaBi_Hawkx]

It's a small amount, but its a thank you for all the amazing work you've done for the lions and your dedication

[karleenpetersen]

I am so choked up right now.. I can’t imagine your emotions when you let Dexter and Snow out into the wild, after raising them for so long. You are such a beautiful and caring soul… I just watched over 3 hours of your videos for the first time, and not only did I get educated about wildlife, but fell in love with the Lion Pride! I hope they survive out in the wild and enjoy their freedom. Bless your heart, Dean. ❤️

[cooperstownnyrealestate]

Thank you. I cry pretty much every time I watch your videos because of the beautiful relationship you have. All the best to you.

[laurindashaw]

Thanks! Though I don’t have much to give, what you do is extremely important, and I appreciate it! I wish I could do more to help! ❤ Congratulations on your success, and the new transition for where the pride is heading into the wild! 🎉💞

[thanhnguyen-ktt]

Big thanks to Dean and the entire team! Your works are truly incredible.

[terigiese]

So pleased to find this man on YouTube!His antics always warm my heart.He truly has an extraordinary relationship with the beautiful creatures he works and plays with!🥰

[cactuss]

Was enjoying the Lions since Day 1. Hope to see some more videos about them in the Future. Much Love for your content

[ReelBasileño]

Thank you to everyone, to the locals, to Dean's team, to you who don't skip ads, to the sponsors (if any) to all of you who are taking part in making this project possible, thank you, and to you Dean, you're the man!

[brandonknapp]

Your an absolute legend dude! I love watching your videos so here is a little support.

[bellagarcia]

Thanks! Amazing job, that you and your team does … bravo