Mahlometela Kruger on foot

Ralf Kalwa is an  Ecological Consultant at Malelane, a position he has held since December 2001. He established Rhengu Environmental Services in the Malelane area and is trails leader for the Lebombo Eco Trail. Prior to holding this position, Ralf was Manager: IEM: Kruger National Park from 2000-2001 and Senior Section Ranger: Kruger National Park from 1994-2000. “Every ranger in Kruger gets a Shangaan name, given to him by his staff and fellow field rangers,” says Ralf.

“Mine is Mahlometela… the man who sees everything.” The majority of visitors to the Kruger National Park (KNP) arrive in a variety of modes of  transport and cruise along the hundreds of kilometres through the many landscapes searching for memorable sightings. They often wonder what hidden treasures are lurking behind the no entry roads, which are out of bounds to the general guests.