It enables one to develop the skills of observation, sketching, recording, interpretation of data and map reading.

Translates theories learnt in class into reality i.e. makes geography real.

It is an important source of geographical data and knowledge.

It encourages critical thinking.

Facilitates in the updating of the existing data by showing changes that have taken place.

Enables one to relate physical factors to human activities in a given environment.

Enables students to get first hand information on the environment around them.

It helps one to acquire knowledge of data collection, research procedure, question formulation and how books are written.

Avoids classroom boredom.

Exposure to new points and use of instruments.