Get to know us

Who we are
what we do

As the owner and operator of Dyambu Ngala, I am Bertjan Bolink, a passionate field guide and wildlife photographer born and raised in South Africa. From a young age, my love for the African wilderness has been deeply ingrained in my life, thanks to my childhood spent exploring Kruger National Park with my father. I pursued my dream of sharing my passion for wildlife with others by completing my guide training in the renowned Sabi Sands, where my love for wildlife photography also blossomed.

With years of experience in capturing stunning wildlife moments, I have honed my skills in gear, lingo, settings and composition techniques. In 2015, I realised that my true passion lies in sharing my knowledge with other like-minded individuals. And thus, Dyambu Ngala was born – an endeavour to bring exceptional wildlife moments to all those who join me on safari.

Through Dyambu Ngala, my goal is to instil a deep love for the wilds of Africa in my guests and to share my passion for nature and wildlife photography with as many eager travellers as possible. I invite you to join me on a photographic safari, where you can learn more about our amazing wildlife heritage and capture some stunning wildlife moments of your own

Welcome to Dyambu Ngala, meaning “Sun Lion” in Shangaan, located near the renowned Kruger National Park in South Africa. As a small, owner-run guided tour and wildlife photography operation, our greatest passion is to ensure that every guest has the most memorable experience possible. We strive to create a deep longing and love for the African wilds in our guests so that they will always fondly remember their time with us and feel welcomed back as a part of our family.

We live by the phrase “Ilanga Lenza ibhubesi inkosi” in Zulu, meaning “the sun makes the lion king.” This belief is at the core of our operation, as we treat our guests as royalty under the African sun. Just as the lion surveys his land with the rise of the sun, we want to bring light to every traveller’s experience and make their time with us truly unforgettable.