Nak, Cambodia

Vong Sararattanak or “Nak”, as he prefers to be called, comes from Siem Reap province and has been an officially licensed tour guide since 2000. He received his Bachelor’s degree in Siem Reap as well and has spent almost his entire career in the tourism industry. Nak began touring as a cycling guide about six years ago. As he says, “I find that cycling is a very good hobby and great exercise”. In addition to guiding by pedal, he also leads trekking trips into the wilderness around Siem Reap and is a great dirt bike enthusiast. As such, he is well acquainted not only with the local area of Siem Reap but many other distant parts of Cambodia.

Among tour guides, his overall knowledge of Cambodia is well respected. But not only is Nak passionate about the outdoors and sporting, he is also passionate about his home, Cambodia. On tour he loves to share with his clients about Khmer culture and history.

Miguel Revatta, Peru

Local tour leader

I am 50 years old, studied Hotel and Business Management, had worked in Peru Rail and Machu Picchu Train and in some travel agencies in the Commercial Area. Born and raised in Cusco, lived in Andahuaylillas since 2018, my mother's family is from this small town. With my family, I try to do as much social work as possible. My goal is to have my own orphanage, for the moment in the past 9 years working with Discover Corps has helped a lot of local children, especially the children of Azul Wasi Orphanage. In the home base Volunteers will be able to enjoy with my pets, parrots, macaws, koi fish, chicken, quails, and rescued dogs (maybe guinea pigs soon). 

Nelson Welight Shitombole, Kenya

Nelson is a drive guide, located in Brackenhurst, Kenya.

He was born is Kakamega, Kenya, and has worked with Discover Corps in many trips.

• Choice of Superpower: To change the world into a better place (regarding conservation)

• Currently reading about: Birds of East Africa

• Cannot live without: My binoculars

• Other facts: I am very adventurous!

Conright Mhatabini , South Africa

Conright Mhatabini was born and raised in a small village called Welverdiend close to the Kruger National Park. He grew up in the bush and has spent his entire life in the Lowveld. Conright is the most experienced tracker/ field guide on the South Africa team.

Working at Sabi Sands- Thorny Bush- Timbavati and a few other reserves he has gained an incredible knowledge of the wildlife and culture/ conservation the area has to offer. He always wakes up with a smile and his sense of humour will make every guest laugh. Conright speaks XiTsonga ( the local dialect) and will teach you as much as possible about the South African way of living.

Joon Tongpool, Thailand

Joon Tongpool is a Chiang Mai native. He is very outgoing and enjoys sharing Thai culture with foreign visitors. Joon has a degree in Business English and has spent two years working with the US Peace Corps in Thailand for their pre-service training of new Peace Corps Volunteer groups. 

Ivan Alituha, Uganda

A graduate of natural resource management, Ivan worked with Uganda Parks for 4 years before joining United Nations Commission for Refugees in Uganda.  His customer care has earned us some of the best recommendations and over 20 groups return clients  and agents all requesting to travel with him. His photographic skills are a bonus to those he leads. A father of four lovely children, Ivan is a family man who prefers to work from home when he is not on safari. He has undertaken several courses in wildlife guiding and interpretation and is a senior member of Uganda Safari Guides Association.

Tuan Trinh, Vietnam

My name is T-one, Duy Tuan Trinh (born in 1984). I graduated from Hanoi University, Faculty of Tourism and Business Management in 2006.

I love Vietnam and love to share Vietnam experiences with travelers. From winter 2006 to 2010 I guided adventure tours (biking tours and community-based tours). These tours brought me to most parts of Vietnam from well-known tourist sites to untouched mountain villages, as well as serving a various number of travelers. 

From 2015 till now, I have led tours, and I have extensive experience in guiding skills. I am a great service and caring-minded person. I am also flexible and sensitive toward a client’s demands. I love to learn and love to share knowledge.