I started my career in the rolling hills of Hluhluwe National Park in Kwazulu Natal as a Ranger. I later moved to Kruger National Park and guided in one of the private concessions. It is there I met my Fiancé Kerry. The next step was a small tented camp in the Thornybush Game reserve. This is where I took up my first management roll but still conducted game drives and walks on a daily basis. The next 5 years were spent in Botswana; I hung up my guiding rifle and took on a full time Management roll. We are now back in our beloved Kruger heading up the Tinga Team.

I still love getting out into the bush on walks and drive and I am a passionate wildlife Photographer, Birder and Fisherman.

Favourite animal: Martial Eagle
One word: Dynamic

I have a hotel back ground but fell in love with the bush on my first posting in 1996 and haven’t looked back. It’s been a very rewarding career, meeting the most amazing people, gaining incredible friendships and been privileged to be witness to nature in her full glory. I was also lucky to have met Nick, my soon to be husband, on a concession in the Kruger Park, spent five amazing years together in the wilderness of Botswana and are fortunate enough to be back home in the Kruger Park, at Tinga.

I have learnt that as harsh as nature can be she also gives you so much back – safari should come with a warning as it is addictive, once it’s in your blood you can never dream of leaving.

Favourite animal: Wild Dog
One word: Devoted

After growing up in Johannesburg, I spent the past 5 years vowing never to leave the bush again. I started in the industry as a Spa Therapist and hand since moved into lodge management. I love passing on my enthusiasm for the environment to each guests at Tinga and aim to ensure they take fond memories of Tinga home with them.

Favourite animal: Pearl Spotted Owlet
One word: Spirited

Being in the hospitality industry for 13 years and being at Tinga for 6 years, has made me realize how important it is to choose a career that you love.

I started working at Tinga as a receptionist and worked my way up to lodge management. I love working with guests welcoming them to our beautiful country and magnificent property and of course to be part of Tinga team.

I am a mother of two kids and I am making sure they get proper education for their future.

Favourite animal: Leopard
One word: Pleasant

I come from the Boland area in the Western Cape. After managing wine and fruit farms in that area for about ten years I decided to study Wildlife Management. After completing my studies I did two field guide courses and worked as a back-up trails guide in the Pafuri region of Kruger National Park. I started working as a guide at Tinga in September 2009 and accepted the position of Eco manager in June 2011.

Favourite animal: Honey Badger
One word: Uncomplicated

I am a quiet lady born in Justicia Village next to the Kruger National Park. I like working at Tinga running Narina and Legends Kitchen as a Head Chef. I'm proud of my job and love working in a bush. As a Head chef I also like creating new dishes.

I have got two kids, Oscar and Nhlamulo.

Favourite animal: Zebra
One word: Relaxed

I started guiding in 2001 in the Eastern Lowveld of South Africa. After 3 years of guiding in the small reserves surrounding the Kruger National Park I decided to follow my Passion for conducting walking safaris. I spent the next 2 years doing 3 and 4 day walking safaris in the greater Kruger area, gaining many hours and encounters on foot. An opportunity came up to work in the Kruger National park which I leapt at and have been guiding at Tinga since 2006. Doing guided walks will always be my passion and I regard myself as one of the lucky few who have the opportunity to work in The Kruger National Park.

My childhood was spent in Namibia not far from the Etosha National Parks were we spent a lot of time. I have always had a great love for the bush and the outdoors. I have been guiding for 6 years.

I grew up in a small village next to the Manyeliti and Sabi Sand Game Reserves. I have been guiding in Kruger for 8 years. I love working with guests and sharing information with them regarding wildlife and our wonderful cultural heritage in South Africa.

Favourite animal: Elephant
One word: Enthusiastic

I was born in the Somerset trust area bordering the Kruger National Park. I have been guiding for 5 years and was a tracker for 4 years before that. I enjoy finding animals and viewing them and meeting people from all over the world.

I was born in a small village near the Kruger National Park. I have always been surrounded by animals and decided to become a Ranger to share my knowledge of local wildlife. I have been guiding for 5 years and I love the wildlife in our area.

Favourite animal: Rhino
One word: Caring

I come from the city of Johannesburg but was fortunate enough to be introduced to the bush from a very young age and was instantly hooked! I have a special interest in photography, bird and the big cats.

Favourite animal: Lion
One word: Chilled

Having grown up in the eastern Lowveld of South Africa, I was lucky to always be surrounded by our wonderful wildlife and from here my love for wildlife was kindled. I used to be a tracker for Nick Leuenberger and I am now a Ranger at Tinga educating my guests about the wonders of nature.

Favourite animal: Buffalo
One word: Diplomatic