Andy Corbett2014
Andy grew up on a farm in County Wicklow, Ireland. His farther was passionate about the great outdoors and passed this on to him. In true Irish style, Andy spent his spare time immersed in nature, horse riding, birding and fishing. A degree in marine biology and oceanography was a seamless fit for his interests.
During his university years, a family trip to Kenya ignited a deep connection with the country's vast landscapes, rich wildlife and vibrant culture. This experience compelled Andy to pledge his return, merging his academic knowledge with his love for the wild to refine his safari guiding abilities.
Armed with his degree, Andy left the UK and has since spent over two decades enhancing his expertise through various guiding courses in South Africa and Kenya. As a Level 2 guide through the Field Guide Association of Southern Africa, trail guide, remote medic and advanced rifle handler, he has a comprehensive skill set for leading safaris. In 2014, he joined Natural Habitat Adventures as an Expedition Leader across East Africa.
Managing camps in the Maasai Mara enriched Andy’s guiding proficiency, allowing him to intimately engage with the Maasai community and share Africa's wonders with travelers. Leveraging this knowledge, he founded his own guiding and camp management company, offering his services across Kenya, Tanzania and Botswana.
An avid photographer, Andy combines his understanding of animal behavior and his love for the outdoors with his passion for photography. His work captures the essence of the African savanna and extends to the stark beauty of Alaska and Canada, showcasing a wide array of environments through his lens. His latest adventures have taken him to Churchill to photograph polar bears and to Rwanda to trek with mountain gorillas.
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What Our Guests Say
Andy is amazing! He was extremely knowledgeable about all of the animals -- the birds in particular -- and about nature in general. His 20 years of experience in the wildlife conservancy were evident throughout the trip. In addition, he was thoughtful, kind and generous with his time. He made the trip incredibly fun, in part because he was adept at managing the interpersonal dynamics among the group of 10 very different people.
Andy is the best field guide I have ever encountered! Not only was he very knowledgeable about Africa and all of the animals, but he truly managed our group well, offering clear directions and giving equal attention to everyone and their individual needs. He has a very pleasant, outgoing and affirming personality.
It’s hard to come up with words for someone who worked so tirelessly for our safari! Andy’s breadth of knowledge made this trip a memorable, educational experience. He was excellent at spotting animals and describing their role in the amazing East Africa ecosystem. He was also adept at balancing the needs of all the guests, from dietary restrictions to room assignments to switching between the two vehicles to share his expertise. He was thoughtful and kind to other staff members and interacted well with all the staff and drivers. I would highly recommend Andy to anyone embarking on this journey and cannot thank him enough for his kindness, expertise, laughter and friendship.
