Born and brought up in Nairobi, the capital city of Kenya at the proximity of the World`s City Park, Nairobi National Park, Peter Wairasho is a renowned safari guide in the region. His frequent visits to this park, local museums and various leadership roles in school Wildlife Clubs, triggered his passion for nature at a tender age. He is a trained Safari / Bird Guide, whose engagement in several ornithological research and safaris under freelance capacity has earned him intimate knowledge of the African wilderness, be it the Flora or Fauna including the Big 5, Small 5, Avian World, among others. His devotion to the avian world always puts him on the front line of the Bi-annual Waterfowl counts.
In-depth knowledge of local flora and fauna: Our guides are highly knowledgeable about the unique bird and animal species found in East Africa. They can identify hundreds of different birds by sight and sound, and have an encyclopedic knowledge of the region’s wildlife.
Strong commitment to conservation: Our guides are passionate about protecting the environment and promoting sustainable tourism practices. They work closely with local communities and conservation organizations to ensure that the regions they visit are preserved for future generations.
Professionalism and safety: Our guides are experienced professionals who prioritize the safety and comfort of our guests. They are trained in first aid and have extensive knowledge of the regions they visit, ensuring that guests have a safe and enjoyable experience.
Personalized attention: Our guides strive to provide personalized attention to each guest, tailoring tours to individual interests and skill levels. They are patient and supportive, and work to create a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere for all guests.
Cultural knowledge: Our guides also have a deep understanding of the local cultures and traditions of East Africa. They are happy to share their knowledge and provide insights into the region’s history and customs.
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Moreover he engages in Bird Ringing/Banding with the Nairobi Ringing Group and in Tsavo West National Park with other International Bird ringers. He is part of the Raptor Road Survey Team under the Peregrine Fund and the Raptor Working Group of Nature Kenya. He has served as the Kenya Bird Map Project Assistant, a project that is mapping the distributions of Kenya’s bird species since the year 2013, and he continues to contribute data and administrative support to the project to date. He has also helped run the Fundamentals of Ornithology course, in the past, which trains both amateur and professional birders from Kenya and other African countries. As an all rounded naturalist, he’s enriched his knowledge by taking several courses on Ethnography, Natural History, Prehistory, Herpetology, Ornithology, among others. He is a Co-author of ‘Being A Bird’ and currently holds a Bronze level badge with the Kenya Professional Safari Guides Association.
We are committed to ensuring that our safaris support wildlife and biodiversity conservation. Our guides have been involved in various conservation initiatives in Kenya including the annual water bird census conducted by the National Museums of Kenya, Nature Kenya and the Kenya Wildlife Service. Some of our lead guides like Peter Wairasho was the vice chairman of the Youth Committee of Nature Kenya (the East Africa Natural History Society) from 2007 to 2011.
He is also part of a team that conducts annual bird of prey surveys in northern Kenya for The Peregrine Fund to monitor this important group of birds in northern Kenya. Whenever convenient or time allows bird lists recorded on our safaris are submitted to the Kenya Bird Map project to help document the distribution and status of birds throughout Kenya in order to better conserve the county’s birds.
Our safaris only support camps, lodges and hotels that are operated sustainably with minimal negative impacts on the environment. We also strive to support local communities by working closely with local guides and locally-owned eco-tourism enterprises.
