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Company Overview
At The Old Line Group and affiliate companies; Old Line Holidays and The Old Line Safari Company, we combine our intimate knowledge of East Africa and our relationships built through wildlife conservation efforts to show visitors the real Africa. Simply stated, our primary goal is to share Africa with the world in an unassuming and responsible manner. We take pride in our work, serving clients who appreciate exquisite wilderness and exotic game and who wish to contribute significantly to empowering the host communities. With our close proximity to all travel destinations in Kenya and Tanzania, we offer 24/7 onsite support and unparalleled access that only “local” staff can provide. In addition, we have just opened an office in Liverpool – UK, which will add an extra layer of support and personalized attention to our clients.
The Team
Running a successful safari business in Africa is all about building true relations every day. Today, we not only take much pride in our extremely dedicated staff in Nairobi (Kenya) and in Liverpool (UK) who are all passionate about Africa, but also in our distinguished friends and partners in Africa and beyond who make it possible for ‘even the wildest of our client dreams come true'.
| Frank Omondi |
Managing Director |
Since 2000, Frank has worked extensively in his field, conserving wildlife and directing safaris in Kenya and Tanzania. In addition, he has served on the board of Youth for Conservation, a Kenyan not-for-profit wildlife conservation organization, which has accorded him an opportunity to collaborate with the local communities and advocate for better wildlife policies in Kenya. Recently, Frank traveled to the United States and the United Kingdom, where he lectured on wildlife conservation in Africa at Western Kentucky University and at a London celebration of the Born Free Foundation’s 21st year. Before establishing The Old Line Safari Company, he led treks to Kenya and Tanzania for IntoAfrica Eco-Travel Kenya and Tanzania, Ltd. Frank earned his BSc in Wildlife Management at Moi University.
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Boniface Nganga |
General Manager, Kenya |
As well as managing The Old Line Safari Company’s day-to-day operations, Boniface devotes his time to guiding safaris and volunteering to save wildlife with Youth for Conservation, a Kenyan not-for-profit wildlife conservation organization. Born in a Taita community on the Kenyan coast, arguably the most hospitable tribe in Kenya, he developed an early interest in wildlife and conservation, participating actively in wildlife clubs at primary and secondary school. Boniface holds a BSc in Wildlife Management from Moi University.
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Kate West |
General Manager, UK |
Kate joins The Old Line Safari Company as the General Manager in our Liverpool Office. Having worked in her field researching and raising funds for wildlife Conservation. She has traveled extensively in Canada, United States and Africa including a number of parks and reserves in Kenya. She holds a BSc degree on Wildlife management from Liverpool John Moores University (UK) and a post graduate certificate in Access Auditing. Kate is an active member of various charities including The Royal Geographical Society and The Born Free Foundation, where she devotes her time fundraising for wildlife
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David Ogiga |
Tour Operations |
Managing a strong team of experienced professional safari guides, David leads wildlife safaris “off the beaten track,” crisscrossing Kenya and Tanzania’s national parks. With his outgoing personality, resourcefulness, and immense knowledge of biodiversity, he has changed the face of safari guiding at The Old Line Safari Company. Clients especially appreciate his willingness to share his passion for wildlife. David pursued his studies in Wildlife Management at Moi University, earning a BSc
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Sandra Holloway |
PA to Kate West – UK Office |
Sandra brings in great wealth of experience and wits to The Old Line Safari Company team. She has bravely shunned her near lifetime career in the public library System in the UK to follow her interest in geography, wildlife and Travel. Now that her family is grown and independent she has managed to bring the world back into her life. As well as managing the day-to-day operations of the UK office, Sandra provides support to the UK travel consultant.
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Edna N. Onkoba |
Marketing & Communications |
Edna is a Communications and Pr Graduate of The Kenya School of Mass Communication. A Native of Western Kenya famed for its fresh water lake, Lake Victoria. Edna’s passion for travel and writing defines her career with The Old Line Safari Company. Prior to joining us, Edna had a one year stint as an intern with Silver Bullet; a Nairobi based PR Company also a member of AY& R Group.
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Douglas Weru |
Driver Guide |
Hailing from Central Kenya, Douglas distinguishes himself as one of the most experienced members of our team, having been in the toursim industry for more than 20 years. He began as a driver guide at Keekorock Lodge in Maasai Mara in 1986 rising through the ranks of his career by hard work and rigorous training. He joined The Old Line Safari Company in 2005. Douglas is outgoing and extremely knowledgeable on wildlife and the local way of life and will keep you entertained with his interesting jungle tales.
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Emily Angaine |
Marketing Assistant |
Emily joined The Old Line Safari Company in May 2006 and has been handling marketing and customer care at our Nairobi Office. A recent graduate of BSc in Tourism Management at United States University of Africa (USIU), Emily has been extremely helpful in organizing our marketing and client information. She is witty and outgoing with a great passion for traveling and discovering new properties.
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