Operations Expert

Jeanette Redshaw

Jeanette was born, raised and educated in Johannesburg and has spent the majority of her working life in South Africa, before emigrating to the UK in 2005. Her extensive career has always been within the travel industry. She started out with South African Airways and has held subsequent roles in corporate travel and with specialist tour operators.

Working in an operations capacity within Mahlatini, Jeanette's wealth of experience is of massive benefit to our clients, many of whom have never ventured to Africa, and need assurances that their complex travel plans are finely-tuned and 100% accurate.

Mahlatini Destinations Explored

Botswana
Mauritius
Mozambique
Seychelles
South Africa
Tanzania
Zimbabwe

MOST MEMORABLE TRIP

South Africa has so many beautiful places to visit and I have many fabulous memories, but the breathtaking views, canyons and waterfalls of God’s Window in Mpumalanga have to be my best. Exploring the Panorama Route of Mpumalanga has been etched into the memory bank.

TOP OF MY BUCKET-LIST

An adventure to Kenya…exploring the Maasai Mara and all that it has to offer. I would love to learn more and experience the traditions of the Maasai people. A visit to Giraffe Manor is, of course, a must on the list! All of this in one country, Kenya is certainly one to tick off the bucket-list!

Favourite Safari Animal

"It's got to be the hippo, especially the baby calves. I love their barrel bodies and pink tummies. I'd describe them as 'fascinatingly ugly'".

Sundowner Of Choice

"Grapefruit Gin & Tonic. I love to add a splash of pink to my drink using fresh slices of grapefruit."

Favourite Property

"Angama with its unique elevated viewpoint overlooking the Maasai Mara looks amazing!"

Top Travel Tip

Carry a lightweight scarf around with you as it will keep you warm in those unexpected chilly moments, such as on early morning game drives before the sun has risen or if the plane aircon is just a touch too cold!

The Best Part Of My Job

Every day is a school day at Mahlatini, and 10 years later, I am still learning new things. I am fortunate to have enjoyed educational trips, which is unusual in the industry for operations staff. I find that working with my Mahlatini family, reading all the positive feedback from clients, and knowing that I am part of this team makes me happy!