elinda Rees was born to a mobile expatriate family; by the time she was 18, she had lived in 7 countries, on 5 continents. The longest period of time was spent in East Africa, with 7 years in Nairobi, Kenya. Holidays were generally spent visiting yet more countries and cultures, providing her with personal experience of a wide range of locations, peoples, cultures, cuisines and transportation devices. In 1993, the gypsy feet finally returned permanently to Kenya due to "the incredibly hospitable, friendly people, stunning landscape and fantastic wildlife. I have never felt 'at home' in the same way anywhere else in the world." Melinda focuses her community work on education, schools and libraries. Melinda is our main guest contact, she is responsible for working with you to design your dream safari..

Contact Melinda at: melinda@eco-resorts.com

onas Gejke - Has lived and loved East Africa for more than 10 years. His extensive travels in the region include all the countries to which we welcome our guests. His experience ranges widely from building and running exclusive safari camps to bush trekking with his Masai friends and leading dhow sailing safaris in the Lamu archipelago. Jonas is in charge of our ground handling operations office and is the person who ensures you have the best quality guides, vehicles and accommodations available!

era Kivuitu is the administrative genius of our office and the center of the operations. Vera takes control of all the paperwork required to run your safari. She is always available to help with any emergencies or problems that might arise and is totally unflappable in a crisis!

apeth Kavita is our accountant. Kavita is from the Shimba Hills region of Kenya’s coast and has lived and worked in the coastal region for most of his life. Kavita takes care of all our financial needs and ensures that we are always up to date with all the licences, insurances and paperwork that is required to operate a Tour company in East Africa.

ristofer Zachrisson is Swedish by nationality, but grew up in Zimbabwe and Tanzania though he is truly Kenyan at heart. Kris’ knowledge of local fauna, flora and culture is unsurpassed. From road-side shops to high quality lodges and camps, from the rarest bird to large mammals – ask Kris. Kris is now setting up and running our Rwanda office.

ane Tormey runs our US based marketing office. Jane came on safari with us and enjoyed herself so much she bought into the company! Jane is based in Bend, Oregon and is responsible for sending out brochures, answering our toll free number and talking to prospective guests who have questions and queries about their holiday. She will be happy to share her experiences with you.