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Francis
Francis used to be head chef at Cheli & Peacock’s Tortilis Camp, but dreamed of being a safari guide. The decision to switch careers by joining Discover has brought happiness to hundreds of people who have come to love his gentle earnestness as a safari guide (plus the food at Tortilis is still good, so we’re all happy). Originally from Naivasha, Francis loves reading about wildlife, and is passionate about recognizing the Maasai’s people contribution to the preservation of our precious ecosystems.
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Jackson
Jackson worked as a mechanic for several years, before undergoing training by the Kenya Wildlife Service in guiding. His adventurous spirit and keen regard for animal behaviour have made him massively popular among clients, and his most rare animal sighting is of the nocturnal pangolin, spotted in the very late evening when driving from Turkana to Baringo.
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JJ
Another product of the “Discover Kenya Safaris academy,” JJ began his career here as an office messenger. He soon learned to drive, and perfected his vehicle skills within Nairobi. Several years ago, he started taking external courses, as well as receiving training from our in-house experts, and is now a full-fledged guide. His patient manner and eager mind have combined to make him a rising star.
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Joe
The twinkle in Joe’s eye is always present, ever since he decided to switch from a career in accounts to guiding safaris. The countless clients that have witnessed breath-taking wildlife scenes under his watch are grateful he later trained as a safari guide, rather than sticking with the double-entry book-keeping. His experience and wisdom have earned him the nickname “Uncle” at Discover.
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John (“Big”)
Originally from Limuru, John Ndichu started out his career driving a truck carrying potatoes and cabbage between Kinangop and Nairobi. He then joined the tourist industry in 1980 as a trainee mechanic and then car-hire clerk, before managing to enter a college for driver/guide training. His role as a senior guide at Discover comes not just from his years of experience, but also his fairness and integrity. He is so fair, he will cite the “non-superstar” game parks as his favourites, although in truth, one cannot argue with the specialness of northern species in Samburu and the spectacle of massive elephant herds in Tsavo.
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John (“Little”)
Born in Molo (close to Nakuru) and raised in Kapsabet (between the Nandi Hills and Kakamega Forest) before coming to Nairobi, John used to work as a builder with Kasu. Little did he know when working on constructing lodges in Mara and Amboseli that he would one day bring clients to sleep in them, having qualified and trained as a safari guide. John has an easy laugh as he spots movements miles away across the savannah.
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Pius
From Arusha, Pius sets clients at ease with his big smile and attentive interest.
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Rahim
Originally from the eastern slopes of Kilimanjaro, Rahim is easy-going and always happy to help.
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Richard
Richard began his tourism career in office work, before studying guiding at Utalii, and went on his first safari in 1991. He is now a truly outstanding performer out in the field. Lake Nakuru has a special place in his heart, having had many sightings of the elusive leopard there, including a leopard hauling its kill up a tree into the branches on two occasions.
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Sifuni
Originally from Mount Meru, Sifuni has a fantastic eye for wildlife and a fantastic camaraderie with people. He will seek out the best animal sightings, and draw the people travelling with him into the adventure and excitement. Sifuni has not only completed thorough training as a guide, but continues to study at a higher level at university when not out in the field.
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Victor
Don’t let Victor’s shy demeanour fool you – he is earnest, enthusiastic and full of energetic helpfulness in showing you all of what he loves about Kenya.