Mandy Mountjoy
Country Director
I was born and raised in South Africa where my passion for the African bush and its people began at a private game reserve adjacent to the Kruger National Park. This led to far dustier and wilder experiences further afield in Botswana, Zimbabwe and Zambia. Considering myself privileged to have witnessed raw Africa at its finest – from nesting leatherback turtles and endangered mountain gorillas to the simple beauty of everyday life in the bush – I am passionate about the conservation of Africa and its wildlife.
Countries you sell?
South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Madagascar.
What has been your favourite travel experience?
Travelling to Madagascar where most of the flora and fauna is unique – it was a privilege to see it firsthand.
The best hotel/lodge that you have stayed in?
Boulders Camp, NamibRand Reserve (Namibia).
What has been your most remote travel experience?
Camping on Nosy Mangabe looking for the elusive Aye-Aye.
Most embarrassing travel experience?
Watching a silverback gorilla mating and not being able to get out of the way!
Your one luxury when you travel?
My i-pod.
What’s your best piece of travel advice?
Savour every moment!
Where you would like to visit next and why?
Zimbabwe - I haven’t been back for a few years now.
Alternative Suggestions
Botswana
Offering enigmatic wildlife and spectacular scenery.
Madagascar Land of the Lemur
See Madagascar's unique flora and fauna including the Indri and the 'Avenue of Baobabs'.
Selinda Camp
Set in an ideal location to spot an abundance of game
Zimbabwe
Offering some of Africa's most spectacular and varied scenery.
Madagascar Photographic Tour
Superb photographic opportunities of Madagascar's unique flora and fauna.
Singita Pamushana
Incorporating the surrounding environment where ever possible.
Madagascar
Travel to Madagascar and explore its charming islands and tropical rainforests.