Born and Raised on a farm in Zimbabwe. School holidays were spent between Lake Kariba, the Zambezi valley and the family farm. With endless days trying to tame rogue horses (and the occasional donkey), adventure was a way of life. After working and traveling in South America and the United States, Cathy and her husband, Justin, returned to Africa to settle in Kenya.
Going on to raise a family in tents, and homeschool (until long division featured in the curriculum!) in the remote Maasai Mara, Cathy has always loved adventure. The more spiritual member of the Heath clan, her mornings start with sunrise yoga and a quiet cup of tea. During her time in Tanzania, Cathy discovered her passion for the tourism industry. Traveling from the majestic Mahale Mountains to the remote expanse of Ruaha, she realized sharing her love of adventure in Africa was what she wanted to do. With nearly ten years of experience in the tourism industry, Cathy is dedicated to creating bespoke safaris for people from all corners of the globe. Her passion and extensive knowledge of Africa can be seen in the design of Seedpods exceptional African safaris.

Excellent company on a walking holiday (so long as map reading is not a pre pre-requisite) and shares her mums love of travel. Emma’s happy place is the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, snorkeling and soaking up the beach vibes. Having been brought up emersed in nature, Emma’s gentle, free spirit thrives when she at home listening to the birds (although not at dawn!) with her head in a good book. Not one to miss out on a party Emma loves to hang out with her friends and dreams up her next travel adventure.

Meggie, known for her quick wit and cheeky smile, she has always been happiest on a horse. She mostly spends her days outdoors soaking up the sunshine closely followed by her dogs as she concocts her next creative project. Growing up in a tent, she has outgrown her more feral tendencies (mostly) but has retained her love of the African Savannah and all its inhabitants. Her passion for animal rights and her artistic flair remain as strong as ever. Navigating life at senior school, Meggie is a fierce competitor on the sports pitch, where her determination and grit shine through. No doubt, her journey will always lead her back home to be with her furry friends. Until then, you’ll find her on her horse, somewhere in the Laikipia wilderness.