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One-Month Field Guide Course South Africa
You will receive informative yet fun theoretical and practical training from experienced ex-rangers and field guides who are eager to share their knowledge with you. If you would like to become a nature guide or field guide in an African reserve or National Park you can also opt (at an extra cost) to become a member of FGASA and THETA and take weekly written tests to qualify.
The Field Guide Course
This is an exciting Field Guide Course in the wilderness, learning about the beautiful surroundings that you will be living in!
Training is at a high level as the course is run by experienced and highly qualified ex rangers and field guides who are all registered with and qualified by FGASA and THETA. Spending time with the rangers and field guides will provide you with the perfect opportunity for you to ask any questions you have and benefit from their in depth knowledge.
The following modules will be covered:
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Basic geology and basic ecology
Elementary taxonomy
Plants
Insects and relatives
Amphibians (Frogs and Toads)
Reptiles
Birds
Freshwater fish
Mammals |
Animal Behaviour
Weather and climate
Astronomy (Night Sky)
Advanced Level 1 First Aid
Guiding Legislation
Guiding principles and techniques
Introduction to nature guiding
Communication skills
Customer care |
Please Note
If you wish to become qualified under the FGASA programme you can do so at an additional cost of £175. This will include membership with FGASA and you will be required to undertake theoretical and practical assessments.
LocationKruger National Park and surrounding areas, South Africa.
Accommodation and MealsAccommodation during the programme will be at a camp inside the Kruger National Park. There are 25 dome tents and two participants will share each tent. You will be provided with three meals a day.
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Programme Overview
Prices and durations:
4 weeks £1149, 8 weeks £2149, 12 weeks £3149
(+£175 for qualification)
How to book & pay:
£195 deposit to secure place, balance due 12 weeks before departure
What is included?
Airport transfer & orientation
All accommodation & meals
Full support
24 hour emergency contact |
What is not included?
Flights
Extra activities
Travel Insurance
Visas |
Programme Summary:
You have the maximum amount of time possible in the wilderness, learning about the beautiful surroundings that you are living in.
Other South Africa volunteer work
Arrival dates: Arrive into Nelspruit airport, via Johannesburg on the 1st Monday of each month.
South Africa Travel Advice:
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