Leigh Rae
Leigh’s love for Africa was what led her to join Yellow Zebra. Her background in Finance means she has a sharp eye for detail in contributing to the Operations Department.
Leigh’s Recent Travel Experience
Leigh’s most recent trip was to the South African Winelands to get married, followed by her honeymoon in Sri Lanka and the Maldives. The newlyweds’ highlights involved exploring the beautiful mountains in the Franschhoek region, visiting Tea Country in Sri Lanka, and watching the Maldivian sunrises.
Leigh’s Most Memorable Experience
“It’s tough to choose, but my most memorable experience was an incredible sighting of wild dog on foot in the Chikwenya concession. For a change, the dogs weren’t on the move and were relatively relaxed, making for an amazing experience. Something else that stands out was visiting Hwange National Park during the rainy season, so not much game was around, but the birdlife was fantastic. We were on a night drive and hadn’t seen much game, so our guide stopped near a pan to let us take in the sounds of the bush at night. As the vehicle turned off, the sounds of what must have been millions of frogs came to life. It was something so simple yet it was so unique, and is something I’ll never forget.”
Leigh’s Bio
Leigh was born and raised in Zimbabwe, so going to the bush was a big part of her upbringing. She was lucky enough to spend many school holidays in the bush with her family. Holidays and half-terms were often spent heading to some far-flung corner of Zim at the crack of dawn! From school trips to Botswana’s Okavango Delta, and camping on the banks of the Zambezi river to visiting the pristine beaches of Mozambique’s islands, she truly fell in love with the wide open spaces Africa has to offer.
After living in Stellenbosch, South Africa for four years, completing a degree in Accounting, Leigh spent six months working on the ski slopes in Aspen and travelling in South America before moving to London to gain further experience in Finance. After working in this field for a while, she realised that she wanted to align her passions and career more closely, and she decided to join the travel industry, specialising in the safari space.
African Countries Visited
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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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Mauritius
The quintessential Indian Ocean island paradise getaway.
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Namibia
Towering dunes, rugged coastlines, and breathtaking night skies. Namibia’s scenery is unlike anywhere else in Africa.
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Zambia
From walking in South Luangwa to Zambezi exploration, Zambia is as authentic as safari gets.
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Zimbabwe
Home to the legendary Victoria Falls and authentic safaris in remote, untouched wildlife reserves.
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Mozambique
A standout mix of remote, wild spaces and magnificent tropical beaches.
Leigh’s Top Lodges
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Wilderness Ruckomechi
Enquire for pricing Contact Us for pricing detailsSupremely positioned on the banks of the Zambezi, with river views and set to the stunning backdrop of the Zambezi escarpment, Wilderness Ruckomechi is one of the finest camps in this region of Zimbabwe. As it’s located in its own private reserve just to the…
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Chilo Gorge Safari Lodge
Enquire for pricing Contact Us for pricing detailsOverall, Chilo Lodge is a great option for Gonarezhou. Highly recommended by Yellow Zebra! The lodge welcomes children, though parents are urged to be aware of wildlife dangers and, of course, the steep cliffs on which the lodge reclines.
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Wilderness Davison’s
From £448 – £731 ppWilderness Davison’s is a great-value tented camp in Hwange’s ecologically diverse Linkwasha Concession. Here, year-round water sources attract an abundance of wildlife—from large herds of elephant and buffalo to predators like lion, leopard, cheetah, and…
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Mombo Camp
From £2,454 – £3,759 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…
