Interview with a Guide
Lodge Name
Guide Full Name
Nantwich Lodge
Interviewer
Date
Garth Jenman
1.
How long have you been guiding and what was your training like?
2.
What made you become a guide?
3.
What did they NOT teach you when you trained to become a guide, that you had to learn in the field?
4.
What are some of your most memorable experiences while working at Nantwich Lodge?
5.
Can you describe a particularly exciting or unusual experience you've had at Nantwich Lodge?
6.
What is your favourite animal or bird in Hwange National Park?
7.
When going on a game drive in Hwange, which pan or hide is your favourite, and why?
8.
Which animal do you think is spotted most at Nantwich Lodge?
9.
Please describe how a perfect day in the wilderness looks for you?
10. When is the best time of the day for you, and why? (early morning, sunrise, sunset, etc.) 11. What are the most important skills a safari guide should have? 12. What advice do you have for people planning their first safari to Hwange National Park? 13. Safari stories often include cultural interactions with local communities. Could you share a memorable experience of connecting with the indigenous people of Hwange National Park? 14. What animal do guests get most excited about? 15. How do you help guests develop a deeper connection with nature during their safari? Do you have any exercises or practices that you find particularly effective? Feel free to ask more questions that come to mind.