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Step 1
Follow your guide's directions and actions. The individual guiding the nature tour is an expert on the topic and familiar with the terrain that you'll be in. You can avoid dangerous situations by doing what she says.
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Step 2
Stay on the designated trail unless instructed otherwise. Although it might be tempting to wander over to get a better view, you can harm plants and wildlife by going off trail. Nature tours often traverse delicate habitats and it's important to preserve plants and other natural elements.
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Step 3
Keep quiet during the tour. This is particularly important if you're on a nature tour to see animals. Loud talking or noises can scare animals and birds off. You'll also be better able to hear the guide's information if you are paying attention to them rather than talking to the person next to you.
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Step 4
Leave no trace behind. Do as much as you can to minimize your presence in nature. If you brought something in, take it back out with you. Likewise, if the item was in nature when you started the tour, leave it undisturbed in nature when you leave.
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Step 5
Ask questions but keep them brief and on topic. Although you may be highly interested in the topic at hand, others may not be and your guide has a schedule to keep. Long, detailed questions and discussion must be saved until the tour has made it to the end.
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Step 6
Wear appropriate clothing for the terrain you'll be in. You can slow the group down or make a nuisance out of yourself if you're wearing clothes not fit for the tour. Check with guides before hand about the terrain and weather conditions and dress accordingly.
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Step 7
Maintain contact with the group. You may want to slow down to spend more time in a particular area, but it's important to keep up with the group if at all possible. If you want to stop, let your guide know. Remember--in most cases you can return to the area later for more time there.
