What is the key to a successful safari? The proper country and season? Definitely! Comfortable lodge? Certainly! People you plan to share the trip with? Undoubtedly! All these points are essential. But all your efforts to plan the perfect safari can come to naught if you choose the wrong guide. That is more than just a person who will accompany you in national parks. His role on safari is much more significant. Today, we will discuss what qualities a good guide should have and why his presence is essential for you.
Quality communication
It doesn’t matter if you are traveling solo or with friends. A guide is a person who will spend a lot of time with you. Especially if your route involves long journeys or you plan to spend as much time as possible in the savannah. You will be very comfortable traveling on the same wavelength as your guide. That should be a person with whom you will be pleased to talk, laugh, ask for something, and so on. A professional guide knows how to win over the most demanding tourist or small child.
Useful information on safari
Watching animals in the savannah is interesting because this is exactly what you came here for. But the emotions from the game drive will be much brighter if you see and hear many new things. A professional guide knows a lot about the instincts of animals, the lives of residents, interesting facts about the country, and so on. That may be exclusive information that you will not read on the Internet.
It is also important to note that a good guide will not wait for you to ask a question. He will already be generous with exciting stories. Moreover, these will not be dry facts from the encyclopedia but a lively story filled with compelling information. With such a companion, you will absorb knowledge like a sponge, whether an adult or a child.
Ensuring maximum comfort
We have already mentioned that an experienced guide knows how to feel his client’s mood. He will take care of you when you are exhausted and help you adjust your safari schedule so that the game drives are not too exhausting and go with maximum benefit.
Taking care of your safety
During the safari, the guide does not just drive a jeep; he also ensures your safety. For example, he knows the closest and, at the same time, safe distance to the animal so that you can examine it. He also perfectly understands the behavior of animals and will be able to pick up signals that indicate that the animal is now aggressive. Whether it’s a walking safari or a classic game drive, under the supervision of an experienced guide, you will always be safe.
An exciting safari in any conditions
When you imagine your safari, you must see how you immediately find yourself surrounded by many wild animals as soon as you enter the park gates. But the reality may be that there will be few animals around for a while, and you’ll need to focus on your search. An excellent guide will keep you from getting bored even without animals. He will turn your safari into an exciting quest and always find something to entertain you.
Attention to your expectations
Before starting the safari, ask the guide what animals you can meet. A professional in his field will never promise you too much but will do everything possible to make your dreams come true. For example, what did you most want to see was a leopard? The guide will make every effort to observe the rare predator, which often likes to hide. Or have you dreamed of incredible photos in the savannah at dawn? The guide will find you the best location for great photos.
We told you about what qualities a good tour guide should have. These are the kind of guides that work at Iconic Expeditions! They are attentive and caring, know a lot of helpful information, and are simply pleasant conversationalists. Our service is planned down to every smallest detail so you enjoy your holiday in friendly company and do not worry about trifles. We invite you to see for yourself! Choose a tour that suits your tastes, and we and our gorgeous guides will take care of the rest!