Marcus John

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Marcus John

Marcus developed a passion for wildlife during his childhood spent in rural Somerset. He was never without ‘The Observer’s Book of Birds’ and spent all his free time walking and cycling in the countryside between Wells and Cheddar. His obsession with birds soon extended to mammals and insects, as well as wildlife photography. Over the years, he has participated in various surveys for Natural Resources Wales and the BTO. He has also led walks and presented talks at RPSB events in Wales and England and is an active member of the Gwent Ornithological Society.

After graduating from Bristol University, he started a family and embarked on a career in education – but he never missed an opportunity to travel! Over the past thirty years, he has sought out wildlife across Europe, Africa, Asia, North America and the Caribbean, and has been leading Naturetrek tours since 2011.

Ten years ago, he established our first tours to Ardnamurchan, and he has returned to lead in the Scottish Highlands every year since. He has subsequently taken Naturetrek groups to many European destinations, his favourites being Iceland and the Camargue. With a life-long interest in Africa, he has relished opportunities to lead tours in Ethiopia, Tanzania and The Gambia, and also has some expertise in Caribbean wildlife, having guided groups to both Jamaica and Trinidad.

Marcus has developed a strong reputation as a naturalist guide and his approachability, friendly advice and sense of humour are always appreciated by our clients!

Upcoming tours with Marcus John...

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  • 17 May - 24 May 2025
    Availability: Full

    £1995

  • 25 May - 01 Jun 2025
    Availability: Full

    £1995

  • 01 Mar - 05 Mar 2025
    Availability: Full

    £2295

  • 05 Mar - 09 Mar 2025
    Availability: Full

    £2295

  • 27 Aug - 04 Sep 2025
    Availability: Only 4 left

    £4495

  • 03 Sep - 11 Sep 2025
    Availability: Full

    £4495

  • 10 Sep - 18 Sep 2025
    Availability: Yes

    £4495

  • 09 Feb - 09 Feb 2025
    Availability: Full

    £50

  • 29 Mar - 29 Mar 2025
    Availability: Only 1 left

    £50