"Sidney Frankel is CEO of Frankel Consulting He is currently Chairman of several organisations. His other involvements include property development in Israel and S Africa. As one of the founding trustees of the Buffelshoek Trust, he is involved in development projects in several rural communities in Manyeleti, Mpumalanga by focusing on improving educational facilities and the provision of health care. Sidney is the Chairman of the Sabi Sand Game Reserve which is one of the largest Private Game Reserves in Southern Africa. He is also a founding trustee of the Constitution Hill Trust which was established to not only preserve and develop the Constitution Hill heritage site but to promote educational programmes on South Africa's constitution, human rights and democracy."

Favourite animal: Jack Russel
One word: Philanthropic

Having come from an engineering background, and then travelled Europe to discover my calling in hospitality, I have learnt valuable lessons. The first one is there is no place like home, and Africa is my home. The second one is that you can discover the world in Africa.

Favourite animal: Serval
One word: Thinker

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 am an extremely passionate person and thoroughly enjoy my job. I love creating new concepts and thinking of new ideas. Being a chef by trade, I still have a lot enthusiasm in any form of cuisine and the entire experience a meal can be made into. I love to steel with my eyes and use my 5 senses to create the ultimate guests experience. Interior design has become a recent passion of mine and I know the sky is the limits with this field, too.

Favourite animal: Giraffe
One word: Generous

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

I grew up in one of the villages bordering the Kruger National Park. Though I obtained two of my Diplomas in Johannesburg, I came back to my first job in a 5 Star Game Reserve within the Sabi Sand in 1999, and have never looked back .My career grew from just a night-auditor to where I am today as Assistant Lodge Manager which has been achieved through hard work and unquenchable passion for looking after guest above all else. Being able to meet the world in such intermit and pristine surroundings are what make this one of the best industries to work in.

Favourite animal: Chameleon
One word: Optimistic

Am a great listener, always have time for a good story. I love hosting and sharing travel related experiences. I love sports, reading and … my one weakness.. love Italian Cuisine. Having travelled the world, I have learnt the true meaning of roots.

Favourite animal: Zebra
One word: Dynamic

After spending the last 10 years working in two really busy cities locally in Johannesburg as well as internationally in London in the Hospitality industry. I wanted a change in lifestyle and have always been interested in working in a lodge environment because of the romantic idea of living in amongst the wildlife. This for me is defiantly a dream come true.

Favourite animal: Lion
One word: Ambitious

I grew up in Natal, mostly in small towns ranging from Hulhluwe in the north to Kokstad in the south. My career in the hospitality industry began in Johannesburg after leaving school and has ranged from Restaurant Management, Hotel Management and also the Cruise Industry in the US and Europe. I also worked in the Hotel Industry in the UK for two years. I have also been involved in large events management companies, hosting upscale events within Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban. My most recent position was that of General Manager of a 5 star Boutique Hotel in Johannesburg.

I have been very fortunate to experience many countries of the world throughout my career and it cannot be complete without experiencing the wonders of working in the bush.

Favourite animal: Hyena
One word: Determined

Lodrey has worked in every department apart from guiding in a career that spans 16 years in the lodge industry. Lodrey started off as a house keeper at Singita in 1997 and after moving to Ulusaba in 2000 where she started as a housekeeper, gained extensive experience as a Curio shop manager, general assistant and finally the Admin Manager for Ulusaba. Lodrey and her husband Aubrey recently moved to Lion Sands Kruger National Park after 12 years at Ulusaba.

Favourite animal: Leopard
One word: Humility

I began my amazing life in the bush in 1992, managing a corporate lodge in the Thornybush Reserve. It is here that I met and married Allan Ronchini. An opportunity to be part of the start of a fantastic new reserve and lodge in 2001, saw us move to Lion Sands. I have been privileged to be able to take on new challenges all the while remaining at Lion Sands and have moved from Administration to River Lodge Manager and currently Human Resources Manager. I have learnt that Africa instills one with a very special feeling and I quote Emily Dibb who expresses this very eloquently: “When you’ve acquired a taste for dust, The scent of our first rain, You’re hooked for life on Africa, And you’ll not be right again….”

Favourite animal: Southern Carmine Bee-eater (Merops nubicoides)
One word: Naturalist

I grew up in the bush, in close proximity to the world famous Kruger National Park, and have always been passionate about nature and its conservation. Living and working in the bush can be demanding, but I enjoy the challenges and rewards that this lifestyle brings.

Favourite animal: Honey Badger
One word: Enthusiastic

I am 39 years old, and Camp Manager of 1933 Family Lodge. I have been working in hospitality industry for 11 years and I am still passionate about it and learning more new skills about it.

Favourite animal: Leopard
One word: Interactive

I am an entrepreneur, married and a proud mother of Jade, Thabang and Nthabiseng. I am passionate about developing the underdeveloped communities bordering the Sabi Sands – more especially Huntington village where I was born. I have been in the Hospitality industry for 16 years and have a special place in my heart for a team that strives for professionalism. I am a motivated and focused individual.

Favourite animal: Leopard
One word: Unique

I enjoy every second that I am working. I am very passionate about what I do and love my work as a chef as everyday is a learning curve.

Favourite animal: Lion
One word: Spontaneous

Creating the dining experience is my passion. I have been in this industry for 11 years and every meal I prepare is different and unique. I am a hard worker and enjoy working with my team.

Favourite animal: Leopard
One word: Calm

After more than 15 years of guiding all over Africa I've have come to realize that the Southern Kruger National Park and surrounding Reserves are the most pristine wilderness areas not only in South Africa, but the world. The sense of homecoming I felt when returning to this area almost two years ago is unrivalled and so, my passion, goes without saying. I get to share this untouched wilderness with friends and family from all around the world, what a privilege.

I am a very dedicated and disciplined guide and enjoy guiding all nationalities due to the various interests. This is a right place and a perfect environment for me as a guide and I enjoy being part of an incredible team.

I love and enjoy all aspects of nature whether it be large or small. Being a Ranger was always something I wanted to be ever since I was a young boy. I am still living and loving my dream everyday. After 12 years, I am still as passionate about the bush as ever.

11 Years of my 20 year guiding career have been spent at Lion Sands and I love being part of a team made up of special and dedicated guides who strive to perfect professionalism..

Favourite animal: Leopard
One word: Intentive

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

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 like talking to my guests when doing game drives and smiling when meeting my clients. When out on drive, I like tracking and creating a more carefree approach to game viewing as it is a part of being and not only watching.

Favourite animal: Leopard
One word: Truth

I have been in the hospitality industry since 1984. I love the bush, enjoy tracking and I love birds. Lion Sands is my home because the team is always working hard, friendly, kind and helpful.

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.

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

I fell in love with the bush at an age of 9 because I always spent time with my grandparents who told me stories about the bush and animal life. They shared with me stories about the African animals and many more including how to survive in the bush. Guiding has always been my desire as it is my family blood and passed down from generation to generation.

Favourite animal: Lion
One word: Engaging

My love of wildlife and the lowveld was passed onto me by my grandparents who were based in the lowveld. As a child, my school holidays consisted of spending time in and discovering the Kruger National Park and surrounds. After school, I studied a Bcom marketing degree, as well as played and coached cricket, the gentleman’s game. In 2009, putting my passion into action, I completed a Field Guiding Course. I’m also an avid photographer, birder and enjoy being involved in social media circles in order to share with people less fortunate to experience the African bush first hand on a daily basis.

Favourite animal: Leopard
One word: Determined

I enjoy bird watching anywhere and have travelled around Africa searching for the more elusive ones. Watching mammals interact with each other from different species is always a moving experience. I have a passion for exploring Africa

Favourite animal: Elephant
One word: Passionate

Love being out in the bush. I enjoy looking at smaller things out there, reptiles, amphibians and arthropods. I am a very special person and like to have a lot of people around me.

Favourite animal: Honey Badger
One word: Humorous

I enjoy working in the African bush. I believe that knowledge needs to be shared and knowledge that is not shared is worthless. I am a team player.

Favourite animal: Leopard
One word: Hard Worker

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

I grew up on a farm in the North West of the Kruger National Park during my formative years. I then went and studied and played cricket in Australia for a few years before returning to the bush where my calling hailed from.

Favourite animal: Leopard
One word: Fastidious

I am from Venezuela come from a large family of wild life lovers. I moved to South Africa to work in a wildlife rehabilitation center, untill I managed to gain all my qualifications and experience to allow me to follow my dreams of guiding and educating guests on my vehicle.

Favourite animal: White Rhino
One word: Explorative

Having been involved in the wildlife conservation industry for almost two decades, I have built up a wealth of knowledge. With my love and passion of the African Bush and the creatures that reside there, I have worked and travelled throughout Southern Africa, from Caprivi to the Cape he has sought out ways of educating people in the sustainable use of our natural resources, ensuring that they are there for future generations to enjoy. As one of my guests states, “Ferdie has to be among the best guides in the world. His knowledge is amazing, his passion and enthusiasm is heart warming. He always goes the last mile and he also knows when not to talk”; Jackie Reardon.

Favourite animal: Fish Eagle
One word: most of my guests would say “Passionate”

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 have been working as a Tracker for 18 years. I enjoy tracking leopards and I love doing my job honestly. I love the bush and this is where I belong. Ask for me for some of the secrets that bush holds that few will know.

Favourite animal: Leopard
One word: Fearless

I left a 16 year career in the corporate world to pursue my passion for the bush in 2010. I started my career in the Pilansberg and moved to the Thornybush conservancy. I joined Lion Sands Kruger National Park in January of 2013.

Favourite animal: Elephant
One word: Driven

After growing up in the Free State my love for nature drew me inextricably to a life in the bush. During the past seven years working as a guide in the Waterberg and Madikwe my end goal was always to end up in the Lowveldt and more specifically the Kruger National Park. This is a dream come true!

Favourite animal: Elephant
One word: Dedicated