Tour guide in London KEMAL N.

London, United Kingdom

Spanish, Turkish, Russian, English, Italian

44

Tours Delivered,
Since Sep 28, 2022

2.0

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I'm KEMAL N., your private tour guide in London

Guide #55183

Meet Kemal: Your Expert Guide to London and Beyond Welcome! I'm Kemal, your dedicated tour guide, professional photographer, and whisky enthusiast. Despite studying law, I pursued my childhood dream of becoming a photographer. With a rich background that includes serving as the Deputy Editor of National Geographic Magazine, Turkish Edition, from 2000 to 2011, I bring a unique blend of expertise and passion to every tour I lead. My journey into photography has taken me across over 100 countries, capturing the diverse cultures and breathtaking landscapes that define our world. My work has been featured in esteemed publications such as National Geographic, Geo, Cosmopolitan, Reader's Digest, Atlas, and many more. My photographs have been exhibited around the world, including a permanent display at the Anthropology Museum of Wichita State University in Kansas. In 2007, by coupling my tour guide license with my photography skills, I embarked on a new adventure by launching my first photo tour. The joy and fulfillment I found in sharing my passion for photography and travel with others changed my life. Since then, I have offered custom photography trips not only in the UK but also worldwide with Terra Photo Adventures, focusing on capturing authentic, unstaged moments. My tours cover diverse regions, including the Middle East, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and Africa. In summers, I'm mostly based in London, serving clients from all around the world as a tour guide in the UK. I'll be happy to create custom tours such as whisky tours, food tours, and tours to little-known areas. I even worked as a birdwatching guide in Turkey. I always welcome the challenge of leading you on different, unusual tours. I was born in Antakya, Hatay, an ancient multicultural town renowned for its rich culinary heritage—recognized by UNESCO. Despite the tragic destruction of my hometown in the 2023 earthquakes, my connection to its vibrant cuisine remains strong. I love sharing my favorite foodie discoveries and cooking a variety of dishes, ranging from Turkish to Middle Eastern to European cuisine. My culinary adventures also include making desserts, ice cream, kombucha, and yogurt. As a whisky aficionado, I have an extensive collection and enjoy sharing my knowledge and passion for whisky with friends and guests. Additionally, my love for adventure extends underwater, where I have had incredible experiences scuba diving with sea lions in the Galapagos and manta rays in the Komodo Sea. Join me in London and beyond for an unforgettable journey where we will explore hidden gems, capture stunning photographs, and share delicious food and drink. Let's create lasting memories together through unique and enriching experiences. Welcome! Professional Photographer, nearly 30 years of experience in Media Former Deputy Editor of National Geographic Magazine, Turkish Edition 2000-2011 Professional Tour Guide Certification, Turkish Ministry of Culture 1996-1997 -I am not licensed to guide inside of the monuments -Tours can be extended, cut short or changed, just let me know before booking -Last minute itinerary change isn't possible -I am not driving myself, but I can arrange a car with driver for GBP 60 /hour

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4.6
  • Andrea B.United States
    4 weeks ago

    Kemal was knowledgeable about photography and knew some great photographic spots

  • Carol R.United States
    September 2026

    Kemal was amazing!! I Changed the time on him 2x - he was ok. I was 40 minutes late due to traffic, and he came and found me so I wouldn't be lost! He knows the neighborhood and the street artists like the back of his hand. He has wonderful stories, depth of knowledge and a great personality. Kudos to Kemal! The tour was terrific, and he made sure I saw all the...

    Replied from the guide, KEMAL N.

    September 2026

    Thank you very much Carol. It was my pleasure to show you East London. All the best.

  • Olivia B.United States
    June 2026

    This was a great orientation tour and covered a lot of ground. Kamal was excellent - he communicated well before the tour, was prompt, and provided a lot of historical background and interesting information. He was very engaging and a lot of fun. Highly recommend his tour.

  • Barbara S.United Kingdom
    June 2025

    Didn't meet us at Charing Cross Hotel (Clermont) as arranged. When phoned up, he asked us to go to his location! We are first time tourists in London and did not know where he meant. He kept giving us directions we did not understand. Eventually met up with him, tour started 30 mins late, seemed unplanned, and didn't cover all of the advertised highlights. Left us all...

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    June 2025

    I’m sorry to hear that, but the meeting point was clearly stated in the booking as W1D 3BG. I arrived 15 mins early and only left after your messages. Despite the mix-up, I walked to meet you and adjusted the tour from there, adding extra highlights. While London can be tricky to navigate, some of your group had lived or were living in the UK, so some familiarity with...

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