In wilderness lies the preservation of our world.
Our mission
Old-growth forests are home to a vast array of biodiversity and are essential for species conservation and climate stability. Once destroyed, they are lost forever. We purchase ecologically valuable and critically endangered wilderness areas in a legally secure manner and protect them permanently. In doing so, we safeguard wilderness areas from disappearing forever and preserve them for future generations.
With your donation, you can save your very own piece of rainforest. €1
protects 1 m² of forest—transparently, down to the square metre, long term.
What we’ve achieved so far:
Donations
from wilderness sponsors
m2 old-growth forest
protected forever
tonnes of CO2
remain permanently stored in the forest’s biomass
Your piece of old-growth forest
Effective nature conservation.
The Phineo ‘It Works!’ seal confirms that our work has a demonstrable impact and that we're a high-performing and transparent organisation.
As a donor or partner, you can rest assured that your support will be used effectively and transparently.
Where you can help protect forests
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Playful monkeys, mysterious jaguars and vine-draped jungle giants; the Peruvian Amazon rainforest is one of the most biodiverse places on Earth.See the Secret Forest opens in a new tab -
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Rare coastal wolves, nimble otters and mysterious sundews in the forest bog; the temperate rainforest of Canada’s north-west coast is a wild treasure.See the Misty Forest opens in a new tab
Our new conservation area
Proven impact: effective & transparent wilderness protection
Our projects
Agroforestry
Our forest guardians
eDNA project
Biodiversity monitoring
Trail Runs
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Scholarship Program
CO2 calculator
Latest stories
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The greatest threats to the tropical rainforest
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In 2024 alone, Peru lost 203,000 hectares of forest – a vast area equivalent to around 80 per cent of the Saarland. But why is this happening? What are the biggest threats to the tropical rainforest – and what can we do about them? -
Canada 2026 Expedition Report: Research & Adventure
Canada 2026 Expedition Report: Research & Adventure
Our conservation areas in western Canada are situated in the heart of the temperate rainforest on Porcher Island. Find out here how our colleague Chris experienced the expedition and research projects! -
Our new Impact Report 2008–2025
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In our latest impact report, you’ll find transparent information on the measurable nature conservation targets we’ve achieved, the projects we’re supporting, and the key research findings we’ve been able to draw from them.
Become a partner
Are you a forward-looking, sustainable business, or do you want to become one? Do you want to take responsibility for your actions and demonstrate your commitment to the future of our planet?
Become a corporate partner and join us in protecting the Earth’s last remaining primary rainforests.
As a biologist and conservationist, I see first-hand around the world how the destruction of habitats is not only accelerating species extinction, but I also know that it is a major driver of climate change. When I came across WI, I realised straight away that I wanted to be part of this work.
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Contact
Wilderness International Deutschland
01326 Dresden
Germany
competent supervisory authority: Dresden Nord Tax Office