Thea Gillingham
Travel Expert in Kenya and Tanzania Write a reviewAbout
Hello! I'm Thea.
My love for wildlife photography and dramatic scenery drew me to Africa for the first time in 2013 and I have been back several times since. It was such a magical experience to be so close to so many creatures in their natural habitat. From watching hyena cubs playing with their siblings to interrupting a leopard hunting impala, my safari experience did not disappoint and I continue to return to Africa at every opportunity. Safari truly is a photographer's paradise and the people are incredibly friendly and kind.
In addition, I am a frequent traveller to Asia. I adore the incredible food and rich culture that can be found all over the continent. My annual leave is never spent in the UK and I can often be found exploring new and exciting countries.
Thea's Travel Expertise
Whilst I have a very good knowledge of all our offered destinations, I specialise in the following places in Africa: South Africa, Kenya, Tanzania, Mauritius, Mozambique, Seychelles, Swaziland and Zanzibar.
By having specialist knowledge on these destinations, I can tailor your holiday perfectly to your preferences and needs to ensure you have the most magical trip away. Each destination has diverse offerings and with such a wide expertise I can easily ensure that you are picking the right destination for you and if necessary offer a suitable alternative.
Expert Destinations
- Nairobi
- Maasai Mara National Reserve
- Tsavo West National Park
- Amboseli National Park
- Samburu National Reserve
- Tsavo East National Park
- Lake Nakuru National Park
- Nairobi National Park
- Lake Naivasha
- Hell's Gate National Park
- Mt. Kenya
- Ol Pejeta Conservancy
- Eldoret
- Kilimanjaro Lemosho route
- Kilimanjaro Machame route
- Kilimanjaro
- Northern Safari Circuit
- Selous Game Reserve
- Arusha
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Serengeti National Park
- Zanzibar
- Tarangire National Park
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Ruaha National Park
- Dar Es Salaam
- Stone Town
- Kilimanjaro Marangu Route
- Kilimanjaro Rongai route
- Mount Meru
- Tanzania Safari Parks
- Moshi
- Kilimanjaro Umbwe Route
- Arusha National Park
- Mikumi National Park
- Mount Kilimanjaro National Park
- Gombe National Park
- Mahale Mountains National Park
- Kilimanjaro Northern Circuit Route
- Usambara
- Materuni Village
- Oldonyo Lengai Mountain
- Lake Natron
- Lake Eyasi
- Northern Safari Circuit, Tanzania
- Mafia Island
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Expert Activities
- Trekking
- Wildlife safaris and game drives
- Wine tasting tours
- Segway tours
- Walking tours
- Pub and bar crawl
- Hiking
- Desert safaris
- Cooking classes
- Rickshaw, cycle or local transport tours
- Sailing, yachting and motor boating
- Scuba diving
- Spas
- Bicycle tours
- Game drives
- Adventure
- Day Tours and Excursions
- Kayaking and canoeing
- Food tours
- City sightseeing
- Food, wine, events and nightlife
- Sightseeing Tours
- Bird watching
- Bus tours
- Helicopter Tours
- Fishing
- Cruise
- Concerts and shows
- Beer and drinks tasting
- Local culture
- Snorkeling
- Museum and gallery visits
- Music
- Wildlife
- Romantic
- Honeymoon
- Polar expeditions and cruise
- Getaways and short breaks
- Hot air balloon rides
- Volcanoes
- Mountain flights
- Rafting
- Photography
- Active and outdoor
- Spiritual or religious tours
- Nightlife
- Winter adventures
- Surfing, kitesurfing etc.
- Northern lights tours
- Gorilla and chimpanzee tracking
- Motorcycle tours
- Yoga
- Marine wildlife
- Self-guided walks
- Beaches
- Deserts and canyons
- Mountains
- National parks
- Flight tours
- Train tours
- Road trips
- Scooter and electric bike tours
- Festivals and events
- Nature and bush walks
- Glaciers
- Waterfalls
- Geysers
- Hot springs
- Countryside and village visits
- Whale watching
- Natural landmarks sightseeing
- Rainforest and jungle visits
- War sites
- Cultural, religious and historic sites
- Culture shows and excursions
- Sport tours, venues or tickets
- Zoos and aquariums
- Classes and workshops
- Amusement, theme or water parks
- Self-drive or vehicle rental
- Art and architecture
- Swimming
- Party and nightlife
- Shark cage diving
- Local boat rides
- Shopping and Markets
- Adventure and sport
- Movie or television tours
- Triathlon
- Coffee and tea tours
- Wildlife, landscapes and nature
- Lagoons
- Boat tours, water sports and marine wildlife
- Sightseeing, attractions, culture and history
- Air tours, road trips and transfers
- Beach, romance, getaways and relaxation
- Mud bathing
- Special interests and hobbies
- Meditation
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Thea's best travel experience
My most memorable experience took place in the Naboisho Conservancy in the Masai Mara. I love big cats and was so pleased to finally see a cheetah up close. The experience got even more exciting when we realised that the cheetah was in fact hunting and we watching as it prepared to hunt an impala. All at once it ran (with us quickly in tow) and caught an impala right in front of us!
After sitting at a reasonably close distance to the fresh kill, we could hear the roar of the nearby animals and soon we saw the hyenas start to circle. A further chase pursued and the hyenas fought off the cheetah for the kill. Finally, when they were done the vultures descended as we returned to camp for breakfast. It was something out of an Attenborough documentary and an incredible experience.
Why is Thea the right travel expert
The 5 years I've spent in the industry have been diverse and intertwined with extensive travel myself. There is no better way to create an amazing holiday for my clients than to have experienced it myself! I am passionate about providing unique and memorable holidays and will go to all lengths to ensure that a high-quality experience is exactly what my clients receive.