Finlay was brought up on the southern boundary of Nairobi National Park with just a river between the wild animals and his remote family home. His eagle eye for wildlife spotting was honed on the school run and on adventures into wild and beautiful parts of East Africa. After finishing his schooling in the UK, he worked for a number of seasons in the hospitality industry in the Verbier ski resort. In 2013, Finlay returned to Kenya and to the safari business, managing Borana Lodge and completing a professional guiding course. In 2015, he joined forces with girlfriend Hannah to manage Richard’s Camp in the Maasai Mara for several years. With a contagious laugh and boundless charm, Finlay is a knowledgeable guide and accomplished  photographer.