My working experience and capabilities in the hospitality industry includes,guiding/driving small exclusive groups within parks in East Africa (Kenya,Uganda and Tanzania),I have also served as a manager to a small luxury boutique lodge located in the outskirts of Nairobi within a wildlife conservation area.I have conducted group safaris (average 18pax) from south of Uganda, through parks in Kenya, into Tanzania and concluding in the magical Zanzibar. I have visited most of the parks in Kenya taking tourists on game drive for numerous times.
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Open For EngagementTourism Jan 2020 - Present -
Safari Driver/ GuideCrowne Plaza® Hotels & Resorts (Nairobi Jkia) Jan 2020 - Oct 2020KenyaThe role in this position, included, conducting safaris as per itinerary to destinations within the Kenyan boundaries mostly in wildlife conservation areas.I was also charged with advising the travel desk team on best possibilities of excursions and safaris from inquiries by in-house guests. This is in consideration of the available time, guest interests and budget to match the convenient tourist attractions.Meeting and greet services.Transfers.Vehicle maintenance and service.
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Safari Driver GuideHemingways Expeditions Jun 2019 - Jan 2020Karen, Nairobi -Kenya -
Lodge ManagerAmazing Kenya Retreat Oct 2014 - Apr 2017Mavoko, Machakos, Kenya• General Management of all aspects of a small boutique lodge.• Managing staff leave and off days,• Making statutory payments.• Marketing via various media• Responding to client queries.• Overseeing the food & beverage, housekeeping, kitchen and security departments.
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Chief Experience OfficerG Adventures (Under Indaba Explorations E.Africa) Jan 2013 - Apr 2014NairobiTOUR LEADER: CONDUCTING OVERLAND CAMPING SAFARIS WITH GROUPS OF UP TO 22 TRAVELERS THROUGH EAST AFRICA.
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Tour LeaderAfrica Travel Company Jan 2010 - Dec 2012Nairobi-KarenTour Leader – Africa Travel Company (Nairobi-Kenya)Duties include:Managing trip logistics and finances to ensure that the trip goes smoothly. Working on an overland truck with persons ranging from 10-20 from different walks of life also required me to have people skills to cultivate a conducive and comfortable environment for everyone. As a tour leader I was responsible of organizing the activities and timings to ensure that the itinerary is adhered to as closely as possible. The average trip length was 3 weeks through mainly Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania.
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Safari Driver/GuideKenya Wildlife Trails Ltd May 2006 - Dec 2010Nairobi- Lavington
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Safari Driver/GuideNoah'S East African Trails Mar 2004 - Apr 2005Nairobi
Steve Murugu Skills
Steve Murugu Education Details
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Moi University (Chepkoilel Campus)B.Sc. Tourism -
Kenya Professional Safari Guides AssociationTourism
Frequently Asked Questions about Steve Murugu
What company does Steve Murugu work for?
Steve Murugu works for Tourism
What is Steve Murugu's role at the current company?
Steve Murugu's current role is SEASONED SAFARI SPECIALIST.
What schools did Steve Murugu attend?
Steve Murugu attended Moi University (Chepkoilel Campus), Kenya Professional Safari Guides Association.
What skills is Steve Murugu known for?
Steve Murugu has skills like Tour Management, Personnel Management, Hotel Management, First Aid, Guided Tours, Communication, Tour Consultance.
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