Co-Founder & Director

Greg Fox

Mahlatini's joint owner and director, Greg Fox, was born and grew up in Johannesburg, South Africa. Greg descends from passionate travellers; both his parents are avid adventurers and Greg's great, great-grandfather Charles John Andersson was a famous African explorer. Greg grew up being fascinated by African wildlife which led him to study Environmental Science at Cape Town University.

After 5 years working in the City in London, Greg escaped the world of corporate banking to combine his passion for travel with his career and started up Mahlatini Luxury Travel. Greg says he is 'obsessed' with safari and over the years has visited nearly every region within Southern and East Africa. For him, the most rewarding element of his job is being able to share that passion with Mahlatini clients and colleagues, many of whom return to visit Africa year after year.

African Destinations Visited

Botswana
Uganda
Mozambique
South Africa
Zimbabwe
Zambia
Namibia
Tanzania
Kenya
The Seychelles
Mauritius
United Arab Emirates

Most Memorable Trip

Having experienced so many incredible things on my African travels, it is hard to pinpoint an absolute favourite memory. Highlights include flying low level over the incredible Okavango Delta in a helicopter; foraging for honey with the Hadza people in Tanzania; witnessing The Great Migration in the Serengeti from the air and the ground; joining a pack of wild dogs on a hunt in Botswana and watching lions hunt alongside my vehicle in the Sabi Sands Game Reserve, South Africa. However, a very personal favourite was the privilege of taking my son and daughter on their first African safaris at a relatively young age. It brought back fond memories of my first safari at the tender age of three which ultimately shaped my life.

Top Of My Bucket-List

Although I have travelled extensively through Southern and East Africa, it has only encouraged my interest to explore more of this continent I love so much. I haven’t visited Malawi or Rwanda, so these are high on my to visit list but I equally enjoy returning to the places I have been to many times, reacquainting and reconnecting myself with the old friends, landscapes, people and wildlife that has become such an integral part of my life.

Favourite Safari Animal

"I absolutely love elephants, but my ultimate safari sighting would have to be seeing my first Pels Fishing Owl in Botswana, after 30 years of searching."

Sundowner Of Choice

"It has to be a gin and tonic. Nothing like a gin and tonic while watching a beautiful sunset in Africa....the two are meant to go together!"

Favourite Property

"Nyasi Migrational Camp. I think this small, intimate camp is the epitome of safari. It offers the most spectacular locations and the quality of service and guiding is unrivalled."

Top Travel Tip

Travel light! There is no need for excess clutter on safari, and you will be glad you did. I always save room, and weight allowance, in your bag to bring home memories and souvenirs from my journey. You never know what local art or delicacies you'll fall in love with.

The Best Part Of My Job

The best part of my job is getting to make peoples dream trips come true. Helping to plan journeys and showcase the incredible destinations, properties and experiences that Africa offers with our wonderful guests is an absolute joy.