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About Michael

Australian born and bred, Michael Alexander is a freelance Tour Director and professional guide with more than 25 years of experience delivering premium escorted journeys throughout Australia.

Through See Around Corners, Michael specialises in seamless multi-day touring for international travellers, combining strong operational leadership with engaging interpretation of Australia’s landscapes, wildlife, history, and Indigenous cultures.

His experience spans luxury small-group touring, extended overland journeys, cruise extensions, private touring, and regional touring programs across Australia and New Zealand. Michael has worked extensively with international guests from Europe, North America, Canada, Asia and the Pacific, delivering journeys that are both professionally managed and deeply authentic.

Michael is particularly recognised for his expertise in remote and regional Australia, including the Kimberley, Arnhem Land, Kakadu and Central Australia. As a Senior Savannah Guide, he brings a rare depth of environmental, cultural and operational knowledge to some of Australia’s most extraordinary destinations.

His guiding style is relaxed, informative and highly engaging, with a strong focus on guest care, calm leadership, flexibility and creating genuine connections with place and people.

Alongside touring, Michael has also worked extensively in Indigenous tourism capability development, mentoring and training guides on Country and supporting tourism enterprises to build authentic visitor experiences.

Whether leading extended escorted journeys, Melbourne-based touring, cruise programs or remote Australian expeditions, Michael is committed to delivering memorable experiences that showcase the depth and diversity of Australia with professionalism, warmth and insight.