I’m Clayton, a Utah native, safari guide, and unabashed nature nerd who built Safari Utah to give guests the kind of wildlife experiences I wish more people had. I studied the natural sciences and trained as a FGASA safari guide in South Africa, then spent years working in the field here in Utah, learning how to read landscapes, track wildlife, and notice the small details most people walk right past. That mix of African safari training and deep local experience shapes every tour I run from the way I plan the day to how I explain what we’re seeing. My style is calm, professional, and unhurried; I want you to feel like you’re out with a highly skilled friend, not stuck on a tour bus.

What matters most to me is helping people slow down, really see a place, and walk away feeling more connected to the natural world and to themselves. Whether we’re watching bison graze on Antelope Island, scanning for coyotes and birds of prey, or just sitting in a quiet moment taking in the light on the lake, I’ll give you clear, meaningful context for what you’re seeing so it sticks with you long after the trip ends. I keep my groups small and the experience highly personalized so we can follow your interests, your pace, and your comfort level. My goal is simple: you feel safe, cared for, and genuinely inspired by the time we say goodbye.