Good health and well-being are paramount for tour guides,
Maturity - the ability to accept responsibility,
Plenty of energy and enthusiasm. The job is very demanding both mentally and physically and can be quite stressful, for the guide is everything to everybody,
At all times, patience and a friendly personality in dealing with clients, tour operators and the general public,
Group leadership and management qualities to ensure that the itinerary is strictly followed and that all services are correctly provided,