About Us
We make things happen!
Our success comes from our team’s experience and dedication!
Wild Locations was established from a dynamic connection that formed from a chance meeting on a production set.
Both Gary and Chris realised they share an immense passion for Africa – her diversity and her people, sustainability and, of course, making movies. Our industry experience, networks and connections make us a formidable team.
For us it’s about more than just finding the right location and understanding the production process – it’s personal!
Wild Locations is proud to be a B-BBEE level 2 contributor and we are committed to uplifting and empowering our community.
Meet your team of experts
Managing Director
Over the last 29 years, Gary has proven his expertise as both an entrepreneur and consultant in the management and marketing of Southern African destinations. By understanding the intricacies of local communities, client relationships and marketing efforts, Gary is a valuable asset to the organisations he consults for.
It is not until later years that Gary honed his entrepreneurial spirit into a passion for the film industry. He is now the “go-to guy” for scouting the best film, safari, scenic and adventure areas in Southern Africa.
Having facilitated a variety of productions from start to finish, Gary carries with him a wealth of experience and local knowledge.
Operations Director
Chris Huddle fell in love with the film industry after he was afforded the opportunity to work as a safety kayaker on some commercials 20+ years ago. He had his start on Bang Jan Dooie Jan, followed by wildlife documentaries like Deadly 60 and Wildlife Show.
Thereafter he scouted locations for The Travel Channel and later he progressed to location scouting for international feature films like Dark Tower and Tomb Raider. He has been involved in various commercial productions, music videos and local television work for kykNET.
Director
Herbert is involved in the day-to-day operations of the company. Ranging from logistics to transport management, ensuring that existing projects runs smoothly.
He hopes to develop community bursaries for the children, alleviate poverty and create jobs within the community.
Why should you choose to film in the Lowveld?
Based in the beating heart of the South African Bushveld, Wild Locations rests amid some of the most diverse and captivating landscapes of the Lowveld.
The variety of the Savanah, Bushveld, open plains, mountains, gorges, canyons, rivers, forests, luxury villas can give you the backdrop of your dreams. We have exclusive access to vast open areas where the Big 5 roams freely and the milky way lights up the night sky
Private game reserves & preserved wildlife areas
Kruger National Park
Blyde River Canyon
Big 5
Panorama Route
Breath-taking backdrops at every twist and turn Sunshine and all-round fantastic weather
Access to Hoedspruit
Accessible either by air via the Hoedspruit Eastgate airport – which is 55 minutes from OR Tambo and 2 hours 40 minutes from Cape Town International Airport.
Alternatively, it’s 450km from Johannesburg to Hoedspruit and 160km from Nelspruit. The Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (KMIA) is just 27km outside of Nelspruit.
For your convenience, there are a variety of shops, restaurants, guest houses, hotels, hardware stores, fuels stations and medical facilities nearby.
Social Responsibility
“We believe in paying it forward! Community involvement, skills transfer and community upliftment are part of our core objective.”
- Level 2 B-BBEE contributor
- Skills transfer and development
- Community upliftment
- Conservationist efforts
- Sustainability