MANDINA LODGES - Key Persons
Base Camp was the first area that was developed, followed by the Baobab Cultural Centre. The area was developed in a sensitive way, making sure that no trees were cut down in the development, and actually designing the buildings to fit into the spaces that the trees dictated. The site took seven years to develop, and finally the day park was officially opened on the 20th July 1999 by the then Minister of Lands and Local Government, Mr Bajo, on behalf of his Excellency President Jammeh.
James, an engineer and Lawrence, an architect spent the first seven years living in tents on the land, with no running water or electricity, really getting to understand the land and environment, which is why many visitors comment on the attention to detail that has gone into the design and construction. Makasutu has won many environmental tourism awards since opening.
Job Titles:
- Architect
- Co - Founder of Makasutu