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John Sobey - Managing Director |
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 Originally from Cornwall, John's career in the horse safari industry started in 1995 with Sarah-Jane and African Horseback Safaris in the Delta. His role at Macateer and then Macatoo Camp was as Head Guide and in 2004 left the company to broaden his guiding horizons by leading riding safaris in Kenya and Tanzania. John returned in 2007 to Macatoo.
The Okavango Delta is a truly spectacular area in which to ride and the camp, Macatoo, combines luxury with a happy camp atmosphere and the spirit of the Okavango wilderness. The sheer beauty and diversity of the area makes it an ideal venue for HorseBack Safaris.
As Managing Director of the company, John divides his time between camp, Maun office and UK. John and his partner Sian are the proud parents of twins Georgina and Jack. |
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Wabongwa "Bongwe" Makate - Head Guide |
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Bongwe is a local Motswana, born on the edge of the Makadikadi Pan at Gweta. He has been an integral member of the Macatoo team for some nine years, starting with us as a back up guide in 1999. As head guide since 2004, Bongwe is renowned for his guiding skills and sense of humour!
An expert on the wildlife and fauna, Bongwe will take you on amazing rides through the Delta on one of his favourite horses, the appropriately named ‘Delta', and old hands ‘Kuke' and ‘Mowana'. Bongwe particularly likes to take our guests on guided game walks and will also take you on exciting game drives. |
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 Born on the pan handle at Etsha 13, Sekongo has grown up with the wonders of the Okavango Delta, making him an excellent guide specialising in mammals, insects, trees and birds.
Sekongo has been a cheerful member of the Macatoo team for six years. Starting in our maintenance department where he also conducted game drives, Sekongo soon progressed to back up guide holding that position for some three years prior to being promoted to lead guide in 2007.
Sekongo will guide you on memorable horse safaris through the Delta on his favourite horses ‘Piper', ‘Kuke' and ‘Mufasa' as well as game drives and guided walks. |
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 Jo joins us with a wealth of experience in the horse world. She worked at Liphook Equine Hospital for a number of years overseeing the barn there. This valuable medical knowledge is wonderful for the horses.
Most recently, she was training and schooling at a hunting and event yard in Hampshire so working with horses in a demanding environment is second nature. Her care and dedication has seen the horses at camp: old and new thrive. |
Mod is second in command in the barn and has a long history with Sarah-Jane and Macatoo. He started out as a labourer with AHBS in December 1998 employed to help with the building of Macatoo. Moving through the duties of groundsman Mod then started life as a groom and found a place in which he flourished. Mod's gentleness with the horses, together with his friendly nature and warm smile saw Mod being promoted to Head Groom - a responsibility he handles with pride and enthusiasm. He's waiting to introduce you to your trusty steed! |
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Lydia was born in Maun, attended Gaborone Catering School for 2 years, and spent 3.5 years working at the Taj restaurant there (hence the excellent curries in camp!). She then worked as a chef and assisted with the tame elephants at Xudum camp in the Delta for 1.5 years, and has been at Macatoo for 5 years now. Lydia’s desserts are to die for……! Don’t plan on being on a diet while in camp! |
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In order for Macatoo to run as smoothly and efficiently as it does, we have an office in Maun - the frontier town on the edge of the Okavango Delta. The office is deicated to supporting camp and all that that entails: taking booking enquiries, meeting you on arrival in Maun, coordinating your flights to/from camp and organising all provisions for camp - for humans and horses alike! |
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Kate joins the company with nearly 20 years of working in the safari industry. Her experience ranging from camp management to tour operation in the UK.
Kate has been living and working between Maun, Botswana and London for 18 years. Kate lives in Maun with her husband and 2 young children |
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