👥 Leadership & Governance

Staff Information & Leadership

"Dedicated professionals driving excellence in luxury eco-hospitality, reserve management, and wildlife conservation."

Staff Details & Operational Roles

Individual portfolios and operational oversight

Sam Wearne
Sam Wearne
Student No: 56478488
General Manager
Directs day-to-day lodge operations, administrative coordination, and overall guest hospitality standards across all facilities.
Luca Olivier
Luca Olivier
Student No: 56314825
Front of House Manager & Janitor
Oversees guest check-ins, front desk hospitality management, and pristine maintenance standards across public areas.
Owen Stolle
Owen Stolle
Student No: 55884148
Food & Beverage Manager
Manages restaurant operations, beverage selections, dining experiences, and bar services for all lodge visitors.
Leigh Anne Moss
Leigh-Anne Moss
Student No: 56388217
Room Service Manager
Coordinates in-suite dining requests, luxury accommodation conveniences, and personalized room service delivery.
Tihard Strydom
Tihard Strydom
Student No: 56236328
Activities Manager
Curates and directs outdoor safaris, bush adventures, eco-tours, and recreational activities across the reserve.
Riane Gray
Riane Gray
Student No: 56369506
Receptionist & Waiter
Welcomes guests at the front desk and provides attentive table service during dining hours.
Wencke Peters
Aenne Wencke Peters
Student No: 56281749
International Tourist
Visiting international guest experiencing the authentic wildlife and luxury offerings of the reserve.
Phillip Roodt
Phillip Roodt
Student No: 56312709
Cameraman & Chef
Captures professional visual media of lodge experiences while assisting in the culinary kitchen.
Tiago Almeida
Tiago Almeida
Student No: 56316534
Doorman, Head Chef & Housekeeper
Manages welcoming entries, leads culinary preparation as Head Chef, and ensures exceptional housekeeping upkeep.
Germari Badenhorst
Germari Badenhorst
Student No: 56209193
International Tourist
International visitor enjoying the scenic bushveld landscapes and bespoke lodge hospitality.
Mieke Wagner
Mieke Wagner
Student No: 56433867
Receptionist & Waiter
Handles guest inquiries at reception and delivers warm, professional restaurant wait service.
Isabella Niederheitmann
Isabella Niederheitmann
Student No: 56335792
Doorman & Housekeeper
Greets arriving visitors at the main entrance and maintains high standards of housekeeping across guest suites.

Strategic Partnerships & Alliances

Collaborating with industry leaders to preserve the Waterberg wilderness

Conservation Partner

Waterberg Biosphere Reserve Trust

We work in close alliance with the UNESCO-declared Waterberg Biosphere Reserve Trust to promote biodiversity conservation, protect endangered species, and maintain sustainable land use across 4,500 hectares of private wilderness.

Agricultural Partner

Castello Boerdery & Local Producers

In partnership with Castello Boerdery and regional organic farmers, our farm-to-table culinary program prioritizes ethically raised, locally sourced ingredients and sustainable agricultural practices throughout Limpopo.

Wildlife & Safaris

Valley Safari Industry Branch

Collaborating with Valley Safari to deliver world-class ethical wildlife experiences, specialized professional guided safaris, and continuous habitat monitoring for species preservation.

Renewable Tech

Solar Tech Africa Solutions

Engineered in partnership with leading green-tech providers to maintain a completely off-grid 100% solar microgrid system with smart energy storage, ensuring zero reliance on fossil fuels.

Community Trust

Limpopo Eco-Tourism Association

An active corporate member dedicated to training, employing, and empowering local communities in rural Limpopo, creating sustainable career pathways in eco-hospitality.

Aviation Partner

Vaalwater Air Charters

Providing seamless private fly-in transfers from O.R. Tambo International Airport directly to the nearby Vaalwater Private Airstrip for executive lodge guests.

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