Safari guide and driver mistakes - Page two

Safari guide & driver
mistakes

Safari tips you can trust

Another guide
and driver mistake

Not considering the
possibility of having
a guide-driver instead
of a guide and driver

Benefits either way

There are strong benefits in paying extra to have a separate guide and driver instead of a single guide-driver.

However, if there will be only 2 to 4 people in your vehicle, be at least aware of the several benefits in using a solo guide-driver:

Use of front passenger seat

The guide occupies the seat next to the driver. This is a choice place for viewing as you drive through the game reserves. If you have a combined driver-guide, you can alternate the use of that front seat with your vehicle mates.

Knowledge level

True, a guide specialist is usually (but not always) more apt to be more knowledgeable than a driver-guide. However, the difference in his knowledge may be valuable to only someone interested in learning academic details.

Cost

You will save money, sometimes a substantial amount.