Africa Team

Specialist areas: South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Kenya, Tanzania, Madagascar, Mozambique, Mauritius, Seychelles

One of my most incredible experiences, was riding in South East Botswana. We got so close to the game, in particular herds of elephants complete with tiny calves, and still felt safe. The horses are beautifully trained, albeit quite feisty, and they can sense whenever a predator is near. Even if you can't see the leopard or the lion, you can feel through your horse that they are close. It’s an extraordinary adventure and one that I would recommend to any horse lover.

Specialist areas: Kenya, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Botswana, South Africa, Namibia

Having lived and worked in both Kenya and Zambia, I have so many Africa memories to choose from it is quite hard to pick just one. From witnessing a leopard kill a porcupine and amazingly come out unscathed, to driving a Land Rover full of local Masai Moran to a surprise bush dinner while they practice their song. There’s something about the rich culture of East and Southern Africa, combined with the beauty and unpredictability of its wildlife that keeps me fascinated with this unique continent.

Specialist areas: Zambia, Botswana, South Africa, Namibia, Malawi, Kenya, Tanzania, Mozambique, Mauritius

Working in the South Luangwa National Park was such a special time for me. I remember often being unable to leave my room to open the bar because of hippos or elephants blocking the way. But the highlight for me was game viewing at night with a film-maker when we came across two tiny leopard cubs whose mother had gone hunting. We watched the antics of the cubs all night and an added bonus was seeing all the other nocturnal animals going about their nightly activities totally undisturbed.

Specialist areas: Kenya, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Mozambique, Botswana, Namibia, South Africa, Madagascar, Mauritius, Seychelles, Oman

There are so many places in the world I want to visit but I am drawn back to Africa time and time again. It could be the huge skies, the colour of the sunset, the peace when you are the only one for miles around, the incredible wildlife. Or is it the smell of the African bush, the smiles of the people, the music? There is a sense that it has all been there for millions of years which makes me feel very small but lucky to be part of it!

Specialist areas: Kenya, Tanzania, South Africa, Namibia, Morocco, Oman