Tayfun is a Cambridge graduate with a passion for Latin-American dancing. Lives in London. He has prepared for Survivor with a rigorous exercise regime - "I've been running all round London to get fit." . He has also been reading Survival books. Tayfun made a impact on the show from day 1 when he attempted to smuggle a number of items onto the island. He is a member of Mensa.
Tayfun has a BA Cantab in Maths and Management Studies (1:1), 3 A-levels at grade A, 11 GCSEs at grade A.