Guide & Trails Experience Course
Steer your career off the beaten track and become a field guide! You will spend an unforgettable time in the African bush, learning all about the wildlife, environment, how to conduct safaris both on game drives and trails, as well as mastering other essential skills along the way.
Career seekers who have already found their calling in field guiding
Adventure seekers taking a gap year or sabbatical to pursue a guiding path
South African or international citizens
Set the foundation for your journey as an esteemed guide! Build a comprehensive understanding and practical expertise in animal behaviour interpretation, bird and plant identification, tracking, astronomy, 4×4 driving and guiding safaris in Big Five territory. All the while, embracing the ethics of a true conservationist.
Six-month course or one-year course with six-month internship/placement subject to meeting specific requirements and having correct documents in place.
Note: There is an additional cost for the placement/internship over and above the course fee.
NQF2 Nature Site Guide (FGASA)
FGASA Apprentice Trails Guide Mentorship Programme
Rifle competency (PFTC) & FGASA Advanced Rifle Handling
Tracks & Signs
Trailing
Wilderness First Aid Level 1 and 2
Birding (ID of birds and sounds)
Wildlife Photography
Navigation and Orientation
4 x 4 Driving
Basic Mechanics
Principles of Reserve Management & Anti-Poaching
Hospitality in 5-star environment
Emotional Intelligence
- 18 years and older for 6-month study course
- 21 years and older to qualify for internship placement upon completion of course
- Professional Driving Permit (PrDP) – South African or International (required for the internship)
- Registration with the National Department of Tourism (NDT) would be to your advantage – possibility of which depends on a graduate’s visa type
- Correct documents i.e. visa being in place
- Internship is subject to meeting specific requirements
Work Experience
Kick-start your career with work experience at a high-end safari lodge.
We will assist interested graduates with securing work experience/placement – carefully choosing the right partners to match our graduates’ individual career profiles and connecting them with professional networks to establish their careers.
6-Month Internship
Note: There is an additional cost for the placement/internship over and above the course fee. Students must have a PDP License and be 21 years +
Guide Experience Course
From R98 000
South African and international citizens 18 years, and older
Duration: 80 days
Type: Short course
Location: College
Career Kick-off/Gap Year Opportunity
Adventure Course
From R90 000
South African and international citizens 18 years, and older
Duration: 60 days
Type: Short course
Location: College
Upskilling/Gap Year Opportunity
