Born and raised in Milan, my passion for nature and animals has been with me since I was a child. I've held various jobs, but none of them were satisfying enough, so why not follow my passion and fly to Africa?
No sooner said than done! I dropped everything and, although my limited English knowledge worried me, I headed to South Africa to attend the accredited safari guide course.
South Africa and Namibia were the first countries where I had the privilege of starting to work, followed by further field experiences in Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia and finally Tanzania and Kenya.
Even after many years, my passion remains alive.
Every day, Africa teaches me something new and never ceases to excite me as if it were the first time. Africa and I are waiting for you, but be warned, it could be addictive.
For me, a safari isn't just about spectacular sightings and photos to show off, but a profound , sensorial, and respectful experience. I choose small groups (maximum 6 people), local operators, and facilities committed to environmental protection, to offer an authentic and mindful journey, fully respecting nature and animals.
My safari is an authentic experience made of shared silences, profound respect for nature, and intimate moments around the fire . I avoid invasive practices aimed at spotting animals and prefer to be an attentive guest in a wild environment. Each itinerary is personally experienced and designed to help you discover Africa with sensitivity, awareness, and wonder.
My idea of a Safari also means living a unique group experience, staying in silence, just enjoying the moment... there's a fine balance between what to say and when to say it. My instructor in South Africa always said, "If you can't beat the beauty of silence, then don't say anything." Silence is a powerful, often overlooked means of communication.
Fire is also a fundamental aspect of an African safari... those who know me know how important it is to me... you'll find it lit in every camp or lodge where you spend the night, it's an absolute must in my safari philosophy... sitting around the fire and admiring the flames is a natural medicine to clear your mind of every thought and make you feel at peace with the world. My philosophy puts the "safari experience" first (for this reason I've decided not to offer them in some parks), which isn't about doing everything you can to see the Big Five... throwing stones into a bush to scare off a leopard, invading an animal's comfort zone to get a better photo, calling out a lion by imitating its roar... but rather stopping for a few minutes to let a herd of elephants pass by, staying off the trail because you've spotted an animal in the distance... more simply behaving like guests in an unfamiliar environment.
Every itinerary I offer has been carefully researched and personally traveled—some many times, others less so, but always safaris experienced firsthand. Together, we can build a tailor-made itinerary that will lead you to discover Africa on tiptoe, with open eyes and an open heart.
