Peter trained as a geologist, but soon discovered that his real vocation was showing others the wonders of the world in which we live. He has done this for over 40 years through teaching. Initially, geography (the study of man in his environment) & geology (the study of the earth's rocks) to boys preparing for O & A Level, but latterly through the planning of natural history trips for adults and children.

He learned bird photography so that he could use the slides for talks on birds. He created of a series of books on birds from beginners (Birds Afield) to keen bird-watchers (Waterbirds etc)  and finally a book for experts and all bird watchers in southern Africa, (The Complete Book of Southern African Birds)

He retired as a teacher in 1989 and turned his talents to planning and executing tours for visitors to Botswana, Namibia, Madagascar, South Africa, Zambia and Zimbabwe. These tours are planned using his broad knowledge of Southern Africa to create something special for each group. His knowledge of natural history in general makes each trip a special one.

Where the group is especially keen on birds, Peter's specialist bird knowledge of over 700 southern African bird species makes the trip something special. He is able to impart this knowledge in a way that even the non-birder will come to appreciate the variety of birds habits and requirements of their habitat. He will also make your tour something more -- the "African experience" -- which covers every aspect of the natural history of our beautiful area.

Peter is a THETA registered nature guide for all the South African provinces.

Where necessary, PGBS tours are planned so as to make use of the knowledge of the professional guides found at each lodge. These guides all have a broad general knowledge, plus specialist local knowledge to make your tour much more than a "game viewing" trip.   

Peter is a specialist bird photographer, but also has extensive experience in general game and natural history photography. In recognition of the excellence of his photography, he has been elected as an Associate of both the Royal Photographic Society of Great Britain and the Photographic Society of Southern Africa. He can therefore help clients to maximise their photographic opportunities on tour.

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