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South Africa Field Guide Course - Eastern Cape

Trip code: SAFG

Situated in the grounds of a stunning Private Game Reserve in South Africa, the one year Development Programme for Nature Guides is aimed at providing you with an opportunity to gain a year of practical wildlife and conservation experience in South Africa and a number of qualifications. This then places you in an excellent position to obtain work in a number of paid, quality positions in the conservation field following the programme.


Overview
from £8999
Location:

40km from Riversdale on the southern bank of the Brandrivier.

Duration & Price:
from £8999. Full price list
Deposit:

£1000 (balance due 20 weeks prior to departure)

Accommodation:

Mainly lodge accommodation.

Meals:

All meals will be provided during the course.

Dates:

Starts in March and September

South Africa Field Guide Course, Eastern Cape

Volunteer Role

Field Guide Course Highlights

  • 6 months of practical experience, learning all the skills of Field Guiding
  • 6 months work experience at a Game Park in Africa
  • Obtaining a number of registered qualifications
  • Unlimited bush walks and game drives amongst the African wildlife
  • Practical experience through various excursions to Big 5 National Parks and other reserves
  • Wildlife population counts, snare checks on wildlife, anti-poaching control
  • An understanding of wildlife management and exploration within a stunning private reserve
  • Learning invaluable skills which include navigation, weapons handling and 4x4 off-road driving
  • A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to live the African dream!

With the current growth being experienced in the tourism industry throughout South Africa, the demand for qualified and experienced nature guides is dramatically increasing. The reality is that very few establishments are willing to appoint a nature guide with no experience. This course bridges this gap by training learners in the relevant skills, as well as creating the opportunity to gain the necessary experience to enter the market as a qualified Nature Guide and earn a permanent living in this domain.

What’s Included in the Programme

  • Programme orientation
  • All meals and Accommodation during your six months of training
  • All meals and accommodation during your six months of work experience
  • Six-month Lodge Placement and work opportunity
  • Basic study guides
  • All study fees
  • Exam fees
  • All materials needed for practical learning

What’s Not Included in the Programme

  • Flights and bus transfers to project
  • Insurance, to include emergency repatriation
  • South African 1 year study permit visa
  • Membership fees of associations such as FGASA (this is optional)
  • Extra qualifications, such as PDP drivers license and DEET registration
  • Any personal spending, such as weekend drinks and snacks
  • Any excursions not specified in the programme guide
  • Additional study guides and books

Prices and Durations

Field Guide Course - 1 year £8,999

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