Emily Cottingham

Emily Cottingham is a seasoned professional in the adventure travel industry, currently serving as Regional Director for East Africa at Natural Habitat Adventures since April 2023, following a tenure as Senior Adventure Director. Prior experience includes leading South America operations and serving as a Safari Specialist at Extraordinary Journeys (March 2017 - April 2023) and owning Lang Adventures + Travel, which specializes in custom trips to Africa (2013 - 2017). Additional roles include Adventure Specialist at Natural Habitat Adventures (2015 - 2016), General Manager at Summits Africa (2010 - 2012), and Director of Development at The Foundation For Tomorrow (2007 - 2010). Emily holds a Bachelor of Arts from Lake Forest College and studied at the American Institute For Foreign Study in 2002.