• Life On Land

FGASA Field Guiding Course

location
23 - 50 semanas  ·  Edad 18 - 50+
rating  Excelente 4.8  · 
  Verificado por Volunteer World
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Proyecto de la más alta calidad. Este proyecto ofrece la más alta calidad que establece estándares, muy por encima del promedio.

Puntos Relevantes

  • Have the opportunity to complete a 6 month placement after successful completion of the 6 month course
  • Receive a FGASA accredited certificate in order to walk into a career as Field Guide
  • Live in the South African bush surrounded by the Big Five

Puntos Relevantes

  • Have the opportunity to complete a 6 month placement after successful completion of the 6 month course
  • Receive a FGASA accredited certificate in order to walk into a career as Field Guide
  • Live in the South African bush surrounded by the Big Five
  • Work with experienced and educated Mentors and Course Instructors, our trainers combined have over 50 years’ experience working in the industry
  • This course offers a Career Success Guarantee

    • Especialmente adecuado para

    Edad 18+
    Solteros y solteras
    Parejas

    Sobre el programa

    Travel to South Africa and complete this internship in the African Bush that trains you up in Field Guiding to secure a job in eco-tourism.

    Are you passionate about wildlife conservation and Field Guiding? Is your hope to pursue a career in eco-tourism? 

    Travel to the South African Bush and work alongside qualified, experienced trainers in order to receive your accreditation in FGASA Field Guiding. 

    This course is rated one of the most ...

    Sobre el programa

    Are you passionate about wildlife conservation and Field Guiding? Is your hope to pursue a career in eco-tourism? 

    Travel to the South African Bush and work alongside qualified, experienced trainers in order to receive your accreditation in FGASA Field Guiding. 

    This course is rated one of the most inclusive courses and has seen many of its graduates go on to secure jobs within top class game reserves and lodges. It includes a 6 month in country training program after which, upon successful completion and graduation, students will move on to be an intern in a working environment with one of our partners. 

    Other than the FGASA qualification, students will also be trained up in: 
    • Wildlife photography
    • Reptile orientation
    • Basic vehicle mechanics
    • Ethical guiding principles
    • Hospitality training
    • South African wine tasting & food pairing,
    • Reserve management principles
    • Online course covering 
    • Theoretical field guiding apprentice 
    • Principles and basic mechanics
    This experience cannot be matched and you are guaranteed to walk away as a highly rated, qualified and experienced Field Guide ready to step into a career. 

    Día típico

    The course varies between classroom-based learning and practical sessions. The balance between these two will differ module to module. But an average day could look like this:

    05:30–07:00
    Meet in the Kitchen for coffee and a light breakfast, then depart for the morning activity, either a walk or a ...

    Día típico

    The course varies between classroom-based learning and practical sessions. The balance between these two will differ module to module. But an average day could look like this:

    05:30–07:00
    Meet in the Kitchen for coffee and a light breakfast, then depart for the morning activity, either a walk or a drive, or a lecture in the classroom

    11:00
    Brunch

    12:00
    Free time

    15:00
    Afternoon activity or lecture in the classroom

    Actividades de tiempo libre

    Saturday afternoons and Sundays are free time for students, although it’s recommended that students use this time for personal study and preparation for the upcoming lectures.

    After every 4th week, students also get a full week off and are encouraged to leave campus, travel and explore the local ...

    Actividades de tiempo libre

    Saturday afternoons and Sundays are free time for students, although it’s recommended that students use this time for personal study and preparation for the upcoming lectures.

    After every 4th week, students also get a full week off and are encouraged to leave campus, travel and explore the local area. Some highlights to be enjoyed:
    • Head out to the Blyde River Canyon for boat trips, kloofing, whitewater rafting, hiking, hot air ballooning and camping.
    • The Kruger National Park gates are only 90min drive from campus. Day trips or overnight camping trips are available within the Park.
    • Moholoholo Rehab Centre is 60 min drive from campus. Spend some time exploring the rehabilitation of endangered species.
    • Do a 1-day panorama route and see Bourke’s Luck potholes, God’s Window, and many waterfalls with swimming spots.
    • Giant Baobab a.k.a Upside Down Restaurant is only a 50 min drive from campus/ They sell the best pancakes in Limpopo, be sure to try them.
    • Debengeni Falls in Tzaneen is a stunning waterfall accessible by anyone. It offers picnic areas and hiking trails.

    Requisitos

    Requisitos

    Edad mínima: 18 años

    Para participar en el programa debes tener al menos 18 años en la fecha de inicio del programa. Puede haber excepciones si muestras el permiso de tu(s) tutor(es) legal(es) o si vas acompañado de tus padres.

    Conocimientos lingüísticos

    Tienes que hablar (nivel básico) Inglés

    Requisitos educativos

    a nivel de High School

    Verificación de antecedentes penales

    obligatorio

    Restricciones de nacionalidad

    Sin restricciones. Las manos amigas de todo el mundo son bienvenidas.

    Otras habilidades

    Participants are required to have a valid drivers license.

    Tiempo dedicado

    Necesitaremos tu ayuda los Lunes, Martes, Miércoles, Jueves y Viernes

    Servicios incluidos

    Servicios incluidos

    Servicios de GVI

    WHAT'S INCLUDED:
    • 6 months work experience from placement venue (50-week course)
    • Pre-departure support and discounted services
    • 24-hour emergency phone
    • Airport pick-up (unless otherwise stated)
    • Experienced, long term staff conducting all the necessary course training
    • Welcome meeting
    • Location orientation
    • All necessary FGASA course manuals and materials
    • 24-hour in-country support
    • Safe and basic accommodations (usually shared)
    • Ethical guiding principles
    • Other activities, such as sleep outs and Kruger trips
    • Basic astronomy, survival skills during sleep outs
    • Bushwalks
    • 2 x sets of uniforms
    • All compulsory books (if included)
    • Limited internet
    • T-shirt, fleece jacket, cap and beanie
    • Camp management & leadership skills
    • Basic vehicle mechanics
    • Hospitality training
    • Location orientation, survival skills
    • Meals while on the course (except during off weeks)
    • Kruger Park trips & visits to other reserves or places of interest

    WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED:
    • Flights
    • Medical and travel insurance
    • Visa costs
    • Personal kit
    • Additional drinks and gratuities
    • International and domestic airport taxes
    • Laundry, food and transport during weeks off
    • Recommended reference books
    • Transport costs to placement
    • Professional drivers permit and licensing costs
    • Including transportation.

    Alojamiento

    Accommodation is shared, with two students to a room/rondavel and shared ablutions. The campus also has a fully functional and equipped lecture room, dining room and braai area, facilities such as swimming pool and volley ball court for recreational use and access to internet.

    Comida y bebida

    Meals are provided daily, except for over the weekends when you are off. 

    Acceso a Internet

    Buen acceso al lugar del proyecto

    ¿Qué NO está incluido?

    ¿Qué NO está incluido?

    Recogida en el aeropuerto O.R. Tambo International Airport

    La recogida en el aeropuerto tampoco está incluida en el precio del programa.

    Boletos de avión

    El aeropuerto más cercano es O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) en Johannesburg. Te ayudamos a encontrar vuelos baratos a Sudáfrica. ENCONTRAR VUELOS BARATOS

    Seguro de viaje

    Ir al extranjero es una aventura y siempre es mejor estar preparado. Enfermedad o lesión repentina, cancelación o robo: un seguro de viaje para Sudáfrica proporciona seguridad y es una ventaja tenerlo. OBTENER UN PRESUPUESTO

    Vacunas

    Si tiene intención de realizar un voluntariado en Sudáfrica, debe solicitar asesoramiento médico antes de iniciar su viaje social. Comprueba las vacunas que necesitas para Sudáfrica. COMPROBADOR DE VACUNAS

    Detalles a la llegada

    2025

    • 07 Jan 2025
    • 08 Jul 2025

    Disponibilidad
    Enero Feb. Marzo Abr. Mayo Jun Jul Agosto Set. Oct. Nov. Dic.

    Cuotas del programa

    23 semanas (estancia min.) 20.350€
    24 semanas 20.407€
    25 semanas 20.465€
    26 semanas 20.522€
    30 semanas 20.752€
    38 semanas 21.211€
    50 semanas (estancia max.) 21.900€
    Cuota promedio 661€/semana

    Cuotas del programa

    661€ cuotas semanales 23 - 50 semanas Edad 18 - 50+

    Métodos de pago

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    Duración

    23 - 50 semanas

    Depósito

    El depósito es simplemente para reservar tu vacante de voluntario. Los pagos se gestionan a través de PayPal, nuestro proveedor global de confianza. Si no tienes una cuenta PayPal, también puedes pagar con tarjeta de crédito.

    Pago final

    El pago final se acordará con GVI durante el proceso de solicitud. Las soluciones habituales son la transferencia bancaria o el pago en efectivo en el lugar del proyecto.

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    GVI

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    Agencia - fundada en 1998

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    sobre la organización

    GVI tackles critical local and global issues by operating award-winning education and training programs on sustainable development projects around the world.

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    Founded in 1998, GVI runs programs in 21 locations, in 13 countries around the world, each manned by our own staff and aligned to the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals or UN SDGs as well as the objectives of local partners. We welcome participants from all around the world and help facilitate their development into global citizens. This is how we achieve our mission of building a global network of people united by their passion to make a difference.


    We are truly a global family brought together by our dedication to long-term positive impact. At the root of our success is our commitment to investing in authentic, meaningful connections with one another, which is why mutual respect and trust are central to our operations. Although we respond with empathy to difficult situations, we believe that most circumstances can benefit from taking a light-hearted approach. By sharing stories of local achievement with our teams worldwide we build the momentum to catapult us toward our vision for the future.

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    Ubicación

    África > África Austral > Sudáfrica > Limpopo

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