Edward Lane
After growing up in South Africa’s Greater Kruger, Edward spent 15 years managing beach lodges and safari camps in Southern and Eastern Africa. His life has been all about safari, and he weaves his wide-ranging knowledge into each bespoke trip he designs.
Edward’s Recent Travel Experience
Edward’s Most Memorable Experience
“Other than meeting my wife while working in South Africa’s Kruger National Park, it’s hard to choose just one experience…. Every little experience on safari, from something as small and beautiful as watching fledging Narina trogons flying from the nest for the first time, sticks with you. But so too does having the opportunity to watch conservation in action in Kenya’s Chyulu Hills with Big Life, darting and treating one of Africa’s last remaining super tusker elephants from a spear wound, and basking in the magnificence of these gentle giants. Choosing one singular most memorable experience is a daunting task – and one that I will leave open as I am not finished making safari memories yet!”
Edward’s bio
Edward was born in the UK and raised across South Africa throughout his adolescence. As he spent a large portion of his youth growing up in the Greater Kruger National Park at a safari lodge, a life in adventure with a focus on wildlife was always the clear path. From the age he was able to reach the pedals of the family’s Land Rover game viewer, he was hooked, and he has been a die-hard Land Rover fanatic ever since then.
In later life, Edward and his wife spent over 10 years travelling through Southern and East Africa. They managed a variety of safari and beach lodges, initially in South Africa’s Greater Kruger. Subsequently, they enjoyed a back-to-basics lodge in Eswatini, the home of rhino conservation in the Kingdom, before falling in love with Malawi and spending 4+ years managing camps on the ground and as operations managers for the largest safari company in the country. The next stop was managing the ultra-luxurious Ol Donyo in Kenya’s glorious Chyulu Hills, before a final hop back to Malawi, managing Kaya Mawa. Eventually, they settled down back in the scenic Cotswolds of the UK, where Edward still enjoys being out in nature and can often be found out rambling with his wife and Swiss Shepherd puppy.
Expert Destinations
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Tanzania
A classic safari destination home to big game, epic wildlife events, and iconic national parks.
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Kenya
The original birthplace of safari, where world-class wildlife experiences and beautiful beaches meet.
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South Africa
Big Five safaris, lively cities, and dramatic coastlines. South Africa delivers exciting contrasts and variety.
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Botswana
From dusty salt pans to delta floods, Botswana is a celebration of pristine African wilderness.
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Malawi
Experience scenic lake shores, ‘blue’ safaris, and a welcoming atmosphere in the ‘Warm Heart of Africa’.
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Zambia
From walking in South Luangwa to Zambezi exploration, Zambia is as authentic as safari gets.
Edwards Top Lodges
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Ol Donyo Lodge
From AU$2,394 – AU$3,768 ppOl Donyo Lodge is one of Kenya’s finest safari products, located on 110,000 hectares of private Maasai-owned land on the edge of Chyulu Hills National Park. Between Tsavo and Amboseli national parks, this area has exquisite biodiversity, with dramatic views…
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Mombo Camp
From AU$4,660 – AU$7,139 ppThere are few properties as prestigious as Wilderness Mombo. The crowning jewel of the Okavango Delta, it is consistently regarded as one of the finest camps in Africa, with accommodations and communal spaces that take luxury to new heights. Yet it’s the…
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Kinondo Kwetu
From AU$765 – AU$765 ppThe property is owned by Swedish people and its Swahili name translates as ‘Our Home at Kinondo’. For Yellow Zebra, the location of Kinondo Kwetu is a major draw – then factor in that Swahili style and amazing range of activities and you have something to…
