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Dean Hoath

Expert Guide

Dean Hoath has more than 20 years of guiding experience, and your Lords Safaris tour with Dean will exceed your highest expectations.

Dean began guiding in 1996, and after achieving a BA in Nature Tourism, he has worked continuously as a guide in Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, Western Australia, and most frequently in the Top End of the Northern Territory.

In 2012 Dean’s skills were recognized when he won the Most Outstanding Interpretive Guide category at the Northern Territory Tourism Brolga Awards.

Dean shows great enthusiasm in sharing his passion for the Australian landscape, and with his local knowledge and skill, he provides truly inspirational immersive visitor experiences. Read a few of Dean’s testimonials here.

No better way to see the best of the Top End There is no better way to see the very best of the Top End than with Lords. We toured West Arnhem Land and Kakadu with Sab and Dean, both of whom are great company and very attentive hosts. We could not have accessed the remote and wonder places we experienced without them. The entire trip was outstanding and I've returned home with wonderful memories and a deeper understanding of our ......

Laura R – Brisbane, September 2021

Excellent service, the team are the best!...

Chris Ramsey – September 2021

Six stars! The only Kakadu tour you need to take. We (two Sydney families with four adults and three tweens) have just returned from the most amazing four-day/three-night tour with our guide Dean in Kakadu and Arnhem Land. Crocs, wetland scenery, bird-watching, art, Aboriginal guides, didgeridoos, sunsets, swimming - this tour was everything we could have dreamed of and more. Dean has ten years of experience in the area and is a ......

Renee F – Sydney, July 2019

Ten years ago my family (my wife and I, plus 5 children aged 7 to 17) spent 6 days with Sab Lord enjoying the wonders of Kakadu and the surrounding region. We loved the wildlife, the beautiful scenery and the food (Sab is a mean camp chef). But most of all we loved hearing about the people and the culture of the land. Sab's unique upbringing and relationships with the Aboriginal people meant that the complexities of the local culture ......

THE PILCHER FAMILY – UK, May 2020

Our trip to Kakadu and Arnhem Land last August was the highlight of our travels last year, not just for me but the whole family. We covered a lot of ground (and water), saw amazing wildlife, magnificent wilderness and stayed in some stunning places. Many memories, but two things stand out. Visiting remote untouched ancient aboriginal caves was an extraordinary experience and meeting local people who remain connected with......

ANGUS JOHNSTON – UK, August 2019

I’m writing this email to thank you once again for the unforgettable moments we’ve had with you in Kakadu and Arnhemland. This was certainly one of the highlights of our trip in your wonderful country of Australia!!! William and John are still talking about all the stories you’ve told us!!! As soon as the pictures are ready we’ll send some to you. We wish you all the best, and please, take care of your wonderful country!!! ......

BRUNO VANDE VYVERE – BELGIUM, July 2019

The company to tour the top end with if you want the best. We have just returned from a 5 day, 4 night all inclusive trip[ with Lord's Safaris. The cost was top dollar but as usual you get what you pay for and we could not fault the experience. Tour guide Dean certainly knew his way around Arnhemland and Kakadu. He has a great knowledge of the indigenous people as well as plants and wildlife from the region. Our small tour ......

Phil N – Cootamundra , June 2019

We have done two trips with Sab Lord and Lords Safaris and it's really hard to put into words what an amazing experience both the adventures were. The scenery, the wildlife, the natural beauty and just the sheer remoteness of where Sab takes you just leaves you wanting more. Sab takes you to unique places and his knowledge about the area just magnifies the experience. He is a wonderful host and introduces you to some amazing people. ......

JEN & JONATHAN COLE – SYDNEY, 2019

Sab and Ann Maree, we had an absolutely fantastic trip! As you know, the places we went were very beautiful in a unique and intriguing way, very different from anywhere we have been before. We especially loved the way in which the places were bound to the spiritual life and history of the aboriginal people. The wildlife from the obvious, like the Crocs and Wallabies, to the subtle like the birds and Leichart Grasshopper were great as ......

GENE – USA, May 2018

My family and I have done two tours with Sab Lord and both were excellent. As a tour leader, Sab combines many important skills. He has a great knowledge of the area, the plants, animals and birds, the aboriginal traditions and art sites and he provides outstanding food. His camping equipment is of high quality and his permanent camp site in Kakadu is very comfortable. Another important quality is that he is very attentive to the needs ......

IAN YOUNG – Canberra, August 2016

Hi Dean, Sab, and Ann-Maree, Thank you all for such a wonderful holiday! It was the best family holiday we have been on, and such a great opportunity to explore parts of Australia we have never seen. I haven't been able to stop thinking about Arnhemland in particular. Dean, thank you especially for being so great (and patient!) with our kids. They had a fabulous time and are still talking about it. Henry is still showing......

SUZANNE – August 2016

Dear Ann-Maree and Sab, We're finally back at home in Wangaratta, and my sister and her family have now left for the UK after a real experience over here. Before I get caught up in the day to day stuff again, I just wanted to say a really big 'thank you' to you both and Dean for such a fantastic time on our Kakadu adventure! No surprise the place has world heritage status and we obviously only scratched the surface in our ......

SALLY & JIM – August 2016

Dear Sab & Ann-Maree, On behalf of the whole family, we would like to thank both of you for the most amazing trip. We can't stop talking about our adventures & the wonderful time we spent with Sab. We would love to come back in the future and do more. We feel like we now have new friends in Australia :-) Sab, thank you again. You took such great care of us and showed us things we would never have had the opportunity to ......

DIDI – Seattle, USA, July 2016

Dear Sab and Ann-Maree, Thanks to you both for organising such a marvelous trip and taking care of us . It’s been a lot more than a holiday, more of a huge experience on many levels. It’s been strange coming home after such an amazing adventure. Nothing seems quite as much fun as waking up in the bush and heading off for another day of learning and exploring. We had the best time. Bye for now guys, ...

KATHY

Sab, Thanks for an unforgettable 5 days - the Arnhemland & Kakadu - amazing scenery, wildlife, geology and culture - all shared with us in such a fantastic way - your hospitality and welcome are what made all this possible - and we are hugely grateful... we need a couple of days rest now before Bernard's party - from which, if you listen carefully, you'll probably hear the singing on Saturday!! You now have my email - so do ......

TOM & CORALIE – September 2015

Sab, Just wanted to write a note to say many thanks for taking us out to Kakadu for the night. You might take it for granted as you live within that country and people, but for me it is one of the few places that feels like real Australia. Majestic, harsh, dangerous, and beautiful. We really enjoyed meeting you too. Your stories, honesty and knowledge were really appreciated and whilst it was just too short a trip it was ......

ROFFY – Canberra, 2015