Gabriel Melamari
Arusha
Summary
Enthusiastic tour guide with solid background in providing engaging and informative tours to diverse groups of visitors. Possess strong communication skills, adept in storytelling and cultural interpretation, ensuring memorable visitor experiences. Demonstrated ability to manage large groups efficiently while maintaining safety and enjoyment. Improved overall visitor satisfaction through personalized attention and adapting tours to meet individual interests.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Tour Guide
Entrance to Tanzania safaris
Arusha
07.2024 - Current
- Delivered guided tours, presenting scripted information and answering questions.
- Provided detailed information to tourists about local attractions and points of interest.
- Drive tourist towards different attractions and national parks of their interest
Tour Guide
hodophile adventures
Arusha
02.2024 - Current
- Delivered guided tours, presenting scripted information and answering questions. This includes full details of the safari, and ensuring customer satisfaction and enjoyment throughout their safari.
- Monitored and maintained the condition of tour equipment and materials, requesting replacements or repairs as necessary. These equipments include cars, tents, safari hampers.
Tour Operator
Katikati safaris
Arusha
01.2023 - 06.2024
- Created tour programs with focus on providing positive guest experiences.
- Arranged for tours and expeditions, setting accommodations, transportation, equipment and medical personnel availability.
- Used knowledge of travel routes and destination sites to plan and coordinate tour itineraries.
- Developed itineraries based on customer preferences and budget considerations.
- Participated in trade shows and sales events to promote products.
- Placed orders and answered customer questions in-person, through email, and over phone to maximize customer service.
- Gathered data on competitors' pricing, products, and promotional activities.
Education
Tour Guide Training
Mwiba Training Institute
Arusha01-2018
Secondary Education
Ailanga Junior Seminary
Arusha11-2017
Primary Education
Burka Primary School
Arusha09-2012
Skills
- Licensed driver and guide in Tanzania
- Driving and briefing clients on the attractions available, together with their history and ecology
- Special needs clients
- Travel recommendations
- Answering client questions
- Transportation coordination
- Proficient in English language
- Team building
Affiliations
- Sales and marketing consultant
- Business and investment diversification consultant
Languages
Swahili
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Timeline
Tour Guide
Entrance to Tanzania safaris
07.2024 - Current
Tour Guide
hodophile adventures
02.2024 - Current
Tour Operator
Katikati safaris
01.2023 - 06.2024
Tour Guide Training
Mwiba Training Institute
Secondary Education
Ailanga Junior Seminary
Primary Education
Burka Primary School
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