Meet the team
Our passionate people behind your perfect safari
At Makanyi Lodge, our team is the heart and soul of every unforgettable safari experience. From our knowledgeable guides and attentive hosts to our talented chefs and dedicated behind-the-scenes staff, each member shares a passion for the bush and genuine African hospitality. Their warmth, expertise, and attention to detail ensure that every moment of your stay feels personal, seamless, and truly special.
Carmen & Rico
General Managers
Yvonne
Admin & Accounts Manager
Lillian
Lodge Manager
Cecilia
Guest Liaison
Phumzile
Lodge Anchor
Carl
Guide
Alfred
Guide
Sakkie
Guide
Phehello
Guide
Themba
Tracker
Robert
Tracker
Casey
Tracker
Rondy
Tracker
Amos
Head Chef
Loveness
Snr Sous Chef
Bongani
Chef de Partie
Shirley
Commis Chef
Amanda
Head Barman / Waiter
Distance
Waiter / Barman
Lyborn
Waiter / Barman
Peter
Waiter / Barman
Catherine
Head Spa Therapist
Lucia
Spa Therapist
Lorraine
Scullery / Public Areas
Gift
Scullery / Public Areas
Constance
Housekeeping
Nokuthula
Housekeeping
Stellah
Housekeeping
Sylvia
Housekeeping
Thembeka
Housekeeping
Mmabatho
Housekeeping
Johannes
Maintenance / Gardener
Million
Maintenance / Gardener
Ntsako
Maintenance / Gardener
Godfrey
Maintenance / Gardener