David Githu Gathimba, known as GG, was born and raised in Kenya’s central highlands before moving to the Great Rift Valley lakes region, where he excelled in his British-style ‘A’ Level education. His love for wildlife and the environment led him to a career in tourism, working with various conservation organizations while nurturing his interests in photography and art. This passion evolved into professional safari guiding.

GG underwent 3 years of formal training at Utalii College, one of East Africa’s premier tourism institutions. He holds multiple certifications with the Kenya Professional Safari Guides Association (KPSGA), achieving the prestigious Gold-Level. Over the years, he has worked with respected travel companies guiding guests from across the world before joining a premier tented safari camp in the Maasai Marain 2010 until 2016, when he shifted to private guiding.

Since 2018, GG has been a freelance TV Presenter/Naturalist with SafariLive and WildEarth (NatGeo), engaging audiences on live broadcast safaris. With over 20 years of experience, he has conducted over 500 safaris across Africa and contributed to conservation efforts such as film work and bird counts.  He is currently a freelance naturalist and making wildlife films with BBC Natural History. 

GG is friendly, enthusiastic, and dedicated to ensuring a memorable experience for his clients. He has founded GG Guiding to mentor emerging guides and support community programs while serving as an alternate director of the KPSGA. Additionally, he's an active member of several conservation organizations. Fluent in English, Spanish, and his native languages, GG is passionate about sharing the beauty of Africa with others.

Home location: Kenya

Guides in: across Africa

Languages: English, Spanish

Daily rate: $$$$