About Us
We are biologists and naturalists. Join us as we explore fascinating creatures and cultures in some of the most spectacular places in the world. We have visited over 90 countries, following our passion to discover the most amazing wild places and to experience wild creatures in their natural habitats.
George Sranko
George’s style of writing and speaking is dynamic, fun, and entertaining – a celebration of science and joyful human spirit. His experience includes over 40 years of writing and speaking to large audiences, with hundreds of highly rated talks for top cruise lines since 2007. He has appeared as a featured lecturer on several world cruises.
George’s articles and presentations are based on real-world knowledge and adventures from over 90 countries throughout the world, including Africa, Australia, New Zealand, Central and South America, Asia, Greenland, Iceland, Ireland, UK and regions throughout the Mediterranean.
Professional Speaker
His presentations are visually rich, with stunning images and satellite fly overs from around the globe. His Google Maps portfolio of photos and videos has attracted over 80-million views and receives over 1-million views per month.
George has an MA in environmental governance (Griffith University, Queensland) and a BSc in biology (UBC, Vancouver). He has over forty years of professional experience; as a Naturalist with Canada’s National Parks, as a Registered Professional Biologist, and as a Senior Consultant for terrestrial and marine strategies in British Columbia.
Master Photographer
His presentations are visually rich, with stunning images and satellite fly overs from around the globe. His Google Maps portfolio of photos and videos has attracted over 100-million views and receives many thousands of views per month.
Endorsements
Your extensive knowledge and superb presentation has stimulated our veracious appetite for more knowledge. Furthermore I make a point not to miss your lectures. CR
Your lectures are so interesting and informative and delivered in such a way that is easy for me to absorb. Definitely you have a give of seeing things differently from most people and present them so easily and humorously, it is a pleasure to listen to you. Thank you very much. MM
Firstly I must say how much we enjoyed your talks. They are the best we have ever seen. Your expert knowledge, your obvious enjoyment on the subjects & also you subtle humour had us wanting more. C – Australia
We loved your presentation technique. You have kept us engaged. You are serious, but don’t take yourself seriously! Great sense of Humor – always make me yearn for more!! JS
Your research has provided me with endless examples of some of the most informative kinds of fascinating nature. I love the tool-making crow. Ingenious. Great listening to you. Thanks. I
Your lecture presentations have been entertaining, informative and inspirational! Your series on the creatures of the deep was very interesting and informative. I would be most interested in any more info regarding Volcanoes as we approach the Hawaiian Islands. I would be most interested in a schedule of your future lectures, following this cruise. LM
The Marine Protected Areas which extend as much as twice the size of France helps me understand the “size” of the sea that one is dealing with. It is so good to know that steps are being taken to protect such vital areas for our survival. Way to go, love your presentations, well done, many more good lectures from you. J
“Traveling leaves you speechless, then turns you into a storyteller.” I would love to have a postcard that you have composed to give my stories even more substance. With thanks for adding/enhancing my time on the cruise. Congratulations on your undertaking. R
Your talks are great! D&E
Loved your talk on the Jellyfish! H
Thank you so much for your wonderful presentations. My husband and I have enjoyed the thoroughly. Not only have your lectures been interesting, they are enlightening. R&A
The quality and our enjoyment of the science lecturers far exceeds the quality of some of the showcase entertainment. We give the science lecturers 10 stars. Sincerely Rm 2544
George Sranko’s presentations are informative, entertaining, and downright funny. His knowledge, creativity and fun put his powerpoints in a class by themselves. S & J, Florida
George – thank you for your very interesting lectures. They are well put together and executed with the right balance of education and entertainment. A & S, Victoria, BC
George – Very informative & delivered without the “Professor knows more than the audience.” Thanks, Rm 6146
Your photos and informative presentations interwoven with humor have been delightful. Thank you!! CD, Rochester, MN
George – thoroughly enjoying the lectures, thank you… Very informative B & R, BC, Canada
Thank you for your interesting and entertaining lectures. You were a pleasure to work with and to have on board. We look forward to welcome you back on one of our ships in the near future. Cruise Director