Back by popular demand! Wondering how safe Africa really is? Phil breaks it down with practical, common-sense tactics that show why safari travel is not only safe, but smart. He’ll also guide you in matching your clients’ budgets with the right accommodations, from rustic to exotic, and help you confidently manage their expectations, so your clients leave delighted, not surprised.
Phil is PNW APTA Board Member and Chair for Responsible Tourism and Conservation.
Phil has spent most of his adult life living and working deep in Africa’s wild places, guiding, managing, and training in some of the continent’s largest and most remote game reserves.
A professional naturalist safari guide, Phil has led guests on foot, by vehicle, and by boat across Southern and Eastern Africa, blending wildlife expertise with real-world insights into safety, conservation, and unforgettable safari experiences, from rustic bush camps to ultra-luxury lodges.
A dedicated conservationist and advocate for responsible tourism, Phil is the founder of On Safari and brings a grounded, no-nonsense perspective shaped by years in the field (where the Wi-Fi is optional, but the wildlife is not).
Africa through the eyes of someone who’s lived it — safety, safari styles, and what really matters from bush camp to five-star lodge.
