Professional Tour Guide Association (P.T.G.A.) – Madagascar
Raising the standards of professional guiding in Madagascar
The Professional Tour Guide Association (P.T.G.A.) was created to promote professionalism, integrity, and excellence in tourist guiding across Madagascar.
We believe that a professional tour guide is much more than someone who accompanies visitors. A guide is an ambassador of Madagascar, a storyteller, an educator, a safety leader, and a bridge between local communities and travelers from around the world.
Our mission is to strengthen the guiding profession by encouraging high ethical standards, continuous learning, mutual respect, and outstanding customer service.
Our Vision
We envision a Madagascar where every visitor is welcomed by qualified, responsible, and passionate professional guides who proudly represent the country's natural heritage, culture, and traditions.
Our vision is to make Madagascar recognized internationally for the quality of its professional tour guides.
Our Mission
The Professional Tour Guide Association works to:
- Promote professional guiding standards.
- Encourage responsible and sustainable tourism.
- Protect Madagascar's natural and cultural heritage.
- Support the professional development of freelance guides.
- Encourage collaboration between guides, tour operators, hotels, drivers, local communities, and tourism partners.
- Improve visitors' experiences throughout Madagascar.
- Our Core Values
- Professionalism
Every member is committed to honesty, responsibility, punctuality, and excellent customer service.
Respect
We respect visitors, local communities, wildlife, protected areas, and Madagascar's cultural diversity.
Knowledge
Professional guides continuously improve their knowledge of history, biodiversity, geography, culture, and tourism.
Teamwork
We believe that successful tourism depends on collaboration between guides, drivers, accommodation providers, National Parks, local communities, and tourism professionals.
Sustainability
We encourage tourism that benefits local communities while protecting the environment for future generations.
Why Join P.T.G.A. ?
Membership demonstrates a commitment to professional excellence.
Members benefit from:
- Greater professional visibility.
- Opportunities for collaboration.
- Knowledge sharing.
- Promotion through the P.T.G.A. platform.
- Support for responsible tourism initiatives.
- Recognition as part of a professional network.
- Code of Professional Ethics
Every member agrees to:
- Act honestly and professionally.
- Respect local traditions and customs.
- Protect the environment.
- Provide accurate and reliable information.
- Respect visitors regardless of nationality, religion, or culture.
- Cooperate respectfully with colleagues and tourism partners.
- Continuously improve professional skills.
- Our Network
