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The Wild Insights
Safari team
Unlike other safari holiday companies, we provide a rare opportunity to encounter incredible wildlife experiences in the company of Graham Cooke, a legend of the safari industry. Graham is a highly distinguished and internationally renowned guide who’s story of hand rearing two leopard cubs and releasing them into the wild is told in the now popular book – “my life with leopards”.
On Safari with Graham and the Wild Insights team, you will be deeply immersed into the natural world and be provided with an unparalleled level of insight and understanding of animals and their habitats.
Experienced
Passionate
Eco-conscious
"Exceeded expectations"
“Steve and Graham’s knowledge, passion and respect for the animals, their behaviour and natural habitat gave us amazing viewing opportunities. They taught us so much every day and ensured that we had the best possible experience whilst keeping us safe in the unpredictable environment. The whole trip exceeded our expectations in every way and was incredibly special.”
Lorraine A
The Wild Insights Safari team
Graham Cooke
Graham is a highly sought after private safari guide with knowledge from over 30 years in the African bush. At home leading photographic, birding and predator safaris, with Graham you’ll observe first-hand his passion for anything wild and natural.
Mpfuvu Manor is Graham’s South African home which he uses as a base to explore everything Africa has to offer. On safaris, Graham shares his in-depth knowledge about the bush and seeks to reconnect guests with the natural world, providing an informed look into the lives and understanding of the myriad of birds, animals, plants and insects Africa has to offer.
Steve Mortimer
After meeting Graham on a guiding course over 20 years ago, Steve has spent long periods living in Kenya and Southern Africa. Since then, Steve has combined a successful career in the city as a business advisor with running Safari trips across Africa.
When in Africa, Steve enjoys taking guests out on safari, game walks and bush dinners.
Dr. med Vet. Maja Gudehus
Maja is a Swiss veterinarian and conservationist, who, 25 years ago, fell in love with Africa on her first job assignment as a wildlife vet in Namibia. Passionate about nature, conservation, and biodiversity, Maja has lived across west, central and southern Africa and is now settled at Mpufuv Manor with her husband Graham.
A dedicated, experienced team
On a private guided safari, you’ll get you closer to nature than you ever dreamed possible. Our private guides will help you read the signs of the wild. You’ll learn to read signs in the blood-red earth, you’ll feel the ground shake to the rumble of elephants, you’ll breathe the same air as the mighty cats, and know the wild like never before. Find out more about our private guided safaris.
"Can't wait to book again"
“These guys know their stuff and I would not hesitate to recommend them highly to couples, families and groups of friends alike. Their ability to create a fully bespoke experience aligned to the customer needs alongside the magic they add is totally unique.”
