Anja Naude

Anja Naude

Africa Safari Expert

*Featured in Condé Nast Traveler as a Top Travel Specialist

Born in Johannesburg, I grew up in South Africa before moving to Germany with my parents. As a young child, I toured southern Africa with my family – always on the road, heading off to some remote place or into the bush. I do remember going to school occasionally, but my fondest memories were of driving through desert landscapes or watching the wildlife.

Once I finished my Tourism degree, my husband and I toured Europe and the United States. After exploring the world, we moved back to South Africa, where I stayed loyal to the tourism industry! I began my career working at a hotel. I moved to an Africa tour operator (travel agent) from there, and have been doing so for most of my career. From there, I moved to Go2Africa, and have been here for the last seven years!

Sundowner of Choice

Any G&T hits the spot as a sundowner, and a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon goes great with dinner.

Most Memorable Sighting

Seeing a baby gorilla fall to it's feet after playing in a tree during a gorilla trek. Or being stuck in the middle of a herd of buffalo in an open Jeep!

Expert Tip

At night, leopards drink from the plunge pool at the furthest room from the main areas at Ol Donyo Lodge in Kenya.

Loves to Hear

I love hearing clients compliment the staff and guides - a good guide is so important!

You can connect with Anja on LinkedIn, or delve into her Condé Nast Traveler interview and find out more about why you should use an African Safari Expert.

Tours & Safaris

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Adventurer Family Botswana's Delta

From $2,725 per person sharing
4 days
Okavango Family Explorer Explore your surroundings on foot with your knowledgeable guide. Enjoy an intimate sundowner on your private deck as you take in the views of your surrounding landscape. Take in the spectacular African sunset as you enjoy a chilled drink around the campfire. Feast on traditional African cuisine in the tented dining room.
Highlights

Explore the Delta waterways by mokoro. Go on guided walks with a professional guide.

Destinations visited
Botswana Okavango Delta

Adventurer Guided Mobile Okavango

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7 days
You will begin your tour at Moremi Game Reserve in Botswana - home to large numbers of elephant, among other wildlife. Because Kwai is a private conservancy, the powerful vehicles are permitted to take you off-road. Moremi Game Reserve is one of the best places on the continent for sightings of the rare African wild dog. Your guide will take you on safari in 4x4 vehicles, and will allow plenty of time to photograph and enjoy being with the wildlife. Stop for a chat and a cool drink with your guide before continuing on your safari. The mobile tented suites are set in hand-selected locations, allowing you to make the most of the beautiful surroundings. Tented suites are simple, but have all the essential comforts for a pleasant stay. Tented suites are simple, but have all the essential comforts for a pleasant stay.
Highlights

Owner-managed and -run, guided mobile safari. Some of the most qualified guides in the country.

Destinations visited
Botswana Okavango Delta

Adventurer Mt Kenya, Samburu & Mara

From $15,790 per person sharing
10 days
Friendly giraffe kisses. Aerial view of the Giraffe Manor. Breakfast at the Giraffe Manor. Interact with the gentle giants. Solio Lodge has floor to ceiling windows to honour the location. Grazing white rhino. Close encounter with an elephant The colourful warriors of the Samburu National Reserve, Kenya.
Highlights

Have breakfast with Rothschild’s giraffes. Stay in a rhino sanctuary area.

Destinations visited
Kenya Laikipia Masai Mara Nairobi

Adventurer Rwanda's Gorilla Tracking

From $5,240 per person sharing
5 days
Go gorilla tracking. Track golden monkeys Breakfast with lake and mountain views at Virunga Lodge. Climb a volcano. View from Virunga Lodge. Guest banda. One sheep per family project. Spectacular terrace views.
Highlights

Track rare mountain gorillas. Spectacular lake & volcano views.

Destinations visited
Kigali Rwanda Volcanoes National Park
9 days
Kibale Forest Camp bedroom suite. Aerial view of Mihingo Lodge. Volcanoes Bwindi Lodge. Kibale Forest Camp Mihingo Lodge. Swimming pool at Mihingo Lodge. Queen Elizabeth Bush Lodge. Incredible views from Volcanoes Bwindi Lodge.
Highlights

Follow chimps in Kibale Forest. Explore Queen Elizabeth National Park.

Destinations visited
Queen Elizabeth National Park Uganda

Accommodation

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138 Marine Beachfront Guesthouse

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Whale Coast, South Africa
138 Marine Beachfront Guesthouse exterior. Breakfast with a view. Oyster Room. Mussel Room. Periwinkle Room. Spectacular sea views. Dine with a beach view.
Activities Travellers Enjoyed
Boat-based safaris Bush dining Game drives Guided walking safaris Private dining experience

13a De Smidt

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V&A Waterfront, South Africa
Activities Travellers Enjoyed
Day tours Restaurants within walking distance Shopping

147 Waterkant Street

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De Waterkant, South Africa
Activities Travellers Enjoyed
Restaurants within walking distance Shopping