In this episode Johan chats with Donovan, Wild Eye's newest guide, about his move from lodge-based guiding to private safari hosting. Donovan gets real about what excites him most - seeing how animals behave differently across Africa and working alongside local guides without stepping on their toes. They discuss the tricky balance of supporting lodge guides while adding photographic expertise, dealing with long safari hours, and maintaining professional boundaries with guests. Donovan also shares his upcoming Kenya adventure and dream of exploring Mozambique's wild remote areas. A genuine conversation about the realities of safari guiding and what it takes to create memorable experiences for guests.Visit the Wild Eye website here: https://wild-eye.com/

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