Namibia Individual Travel
Ingrid holds a Master’s degree in Management and brings almost 30 years of experience in the tourism industry across Namibia and Botswana.
As co-founder of Damarana Safaris and Africa Under Canvas, she has built and managed tourism businesses with a strong focus on creating personalised travel experiences, innovation, and exceptional service.
Originally from Western Siberia and a graduate of Moscow State University of Culture, I managed international educational programs in Moscow before relocating and marrying in Namibia in 2003.
My journey in local tourism began at Casa Blanca Boutique Hotel and ResDest (2004), where my passion for Namibia’s nature and hospitality was born. In 2007, I founded Makalani Travel, showcasing the region to Russian-speaking travelers worldwide. I look forward to proudly serving TASA and our tourism community in the coming years.
Originally from Australia, Claire stumbled into the Namibian tourism industry in 2007 by chance. Over nearly two decades, she has gained a deep understanding of the Namibian tourism industry, working in diverse roles including hospitality management, tour operations, and wildlife conservation.
Today, Claire co-owns and operates a boutique tour company with her husband, specializing in crafting tailor-made travel experiences across Namibia & Southern Africa. Driven by a passion for this unique destination and an intense love of giraffe, she is committed to leveraging her broad operational background to support TASA’s mission, champion sustainable industry growth, and advocate for operators across the country.
Sylvia Kabuba Sawahenga is an ambitious entrepreneur, with over 15 years of experience in the tourism industry, she’s the Founder and Travel Specialist at Ompo Travel and Safari, Sylvia has not only created a successful business but also a platform to showcase the beauty and potential of Namibia to the world. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Travel and Tourism Management from NUST where she contributes her expertise as a member of the Advisory Committee for the Department of Hospitality and Tourism. Joining TASA is an opportunity for me to give back to Tourism Namibia.
Oliver Ahrens is a dynamic entrepreneur and tourism professional with a deep-rooted passion for showcasing Namibia and Southern Africa to the world. As a board member of the Tour and Safari Association of Namibia (TASA), he contributes his expertise in digital marketing, tourism operations, and strategic networking to strengthen the industry and its partners.
Oliver is also the founder of CWell Media, a digital agency specializing in virtual reality, 360° imaging, and multimedia storytelling for the tourism, hospitality and other sectors. Through this, he has worked with leading lodges, tour operators, activity providers and other businesses to elevate their online presence with innovative tools such as virtual tours and immersive video.
He is also actively involved in African Dreamtravel Namibia, where he focuses on international partnerships, self-drive safaris, and vehicle rentals.
With his combination of creativity, strategic thinking, and practical industry knowledge, Oliver brings a forward-looking perspective to TASA. His commitment lies in promoting Namibia as a leading safari destination, supporting sustainable tourism, and building strong bridges between operators, partners, and travellers.
Kaino T. Iipinge is an entrepreneur and owner of SES Travel Agency in Ongwediva, Namibia. Holding an MBA, she founded SES Travel Agency in 2020 as a full-service, NTB-registered company providing reliable and affordable travel solutions, from safaris and tours to international trips and cruises. Passionate about showcasing Namibia’s beauty from Etosha National Park, Sossusvlei to the Fish River Canyon, she is dedicated to helping clients create lifelong memories at their dream destinations. Beyond business, Kaino is a proud mother of three, an advocate for community empowerment, and enjoys traveling, cooking, baking, yoga, networking, and exploring new cultures.
Born and bred Swakopmunder, returned to Namibia in 2015 to join her family-business, Namibia Tracks & Trails. After working for various touring companies in South Africa since 1999, Wiebke now heads up the NTT team in Swakopmund. Wiebke joined the TASA board as a co-opted member in 2020, has been appointed TASA secretary in 2022 and now Vice Chair for the period 2024-2026
In 1994, a fortunate coincidence made me change my career from interpreter and translator to tourism. I started working for an Italian tour operator specializing in high-end tours to Africa. After that, I moved to South Africa, where I spent one year before heading to Namibia.
Currently, I am running my tour company – Sauvage African Tours and Safaris – remotely from Italy, together with my business partner based in Namibia.
I am happy to be joining the TASA board, and I look forward to giving my contribution to the association and to the Namibian tourism industry.
Holding an MBA in Tourism, boasts significant experience in the Namibian tourism sector, including tour guiding.
With over 15 years in the industry, Delphin has served in various capacities, from professional guide, trainer, operations specialist and now owner and managing director of a tourism entity. His deep-rooted passion for travel drives him to excel, evident in his meticulous attention to detail, commitment to upholding service quality without compromise and ensuring strict adherence to all contracted agreements.
Delphin’s passion for the Namibian tourism industry has motivated him to join the TASA board in 2020.
Ingrid & I have set up Damarana Safaris cc in 1998, specialised on the French speaking market. From expeditions & trekking tour guide to managing Director, I developed a wide and diverse knowledge on the Namibian tourism industry… Top to Bottom! During that time, I also grew a total respect for Namibia and its people, wishing the best for both. This is why I have decided to get involved with Tasa, to give back some positive energy and a serious will to develop a profitable and equitable tourism for this country, I am considering like a home today!
Mr. Ndoroma was born on 08/03/1951, a Namibian citizen and is married with four children. He is currently the Executive Chairman of Twine Investment Holdings (Pty) Ltd, an investment and property development entity. Intermix Tours & Safaris Pty Ltd – Involved in various Tourism Activities – Travel and Accommodation
Originally coming from an entirely different profession, the tourism industry availed challenging possibilities in 1996 when starting at Trans Namibia Tours, where we discovered the endless possibilities which tourism offers. With an ever growing love for Namibia, the neighboring countries and the captivating beauty of Africa, it became more than a job, it became a lifelong passion. Since 2001, Exclusive Africa Tours & Safaris and our valued partners, gave us 22 years of product knowledge within the African Tourism & Travel industry. Till date this “passion” keeps the fire burning to put Namibia on the map, and to discover & offer exiting adventures to our valued guests. Namibia however always remains “the smile on the Face of Africa”