• Life On Land

FGASA Field Guiding Course

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23 - 50 settimane  ·  Età 18 - 50+
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Progetto di altissima qualità. Questo progetto offre la massima qualità che stabilisce standard - molto al di sopra della media.

Punti Salienti

  • 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

Punti Salienti

  • 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

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    Età 18+
    Singoli
    Coppie

    Sul programma

    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 ...

    Sul programma

    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. 

    Giornata tipica

    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 ...

    Giornata tipica

    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

    Attività del tempo libero

    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 ...

    Attività del tempo libero

    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.

    Requisiti

    Requisiti

    Età minima: 18 anni

    Per partecipare al programma è necessario avere almeno 18 anni alla data di inizio del programma. Potrebbero esserci delle esenzioni se si è in grado di fornire il permesso del proprio tutore legale o se si è accompagnati dai propri genitori.

    Competenze linguistiche

    È necessario parlare di Inglese (livello base)

    Requisiti di formazione

    a livello High School

    Controllo dei precedenti penali

    necessario

    Restrizioni sulla nazionalità

    Nessuna restrizione. Gli aiuti da tutto il mondo sono benvenuti.

    Altre competenze

    Participants are required to have a valid drivers license.

    Impegno di tempo

    Il vostro aiuto sarà richiesto lunedì, martedì, mercoledì, giovedì e venerdì

    Servizi inclusi

    Servizi inclusi

    Servizi per 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.

    Alloggio

    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.

    Cibo e Bevande

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

    Accesso a Internet

    Buon accesso al sito del progetto

    Cosa NON è incluso?

    Cosa NON è incluso?

    Prelievo dall'aeroporto a O.R. Tambo International Airport

    Neanche il prelievo dall'aeroporto è incluso nel costo del programma.

    Biglietti aerei

    L'aeroporto più vicino è O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) a Johannesburg. Vi aiutiamo a trovare voli economici per Sudafrica. TROVARE VOLI ECONOMICI

    Assicurazione di viaggio

    Andare all'estero è un'avventura ed è sempre meglio essere preparati. Malattia o infortunio improvviso, annullamento o furto: un'assicurazione di viaggio per Sudafrica offre sicurezza ed è un vantaggio da avere. OTTENERE UN PREZZO

    Vaccini

    Se avete intenzione di fare volontariato a Sudafrica dovete chiedere un parere medico prima di iniziare il vostro viaggio sociale. Controllare le vaccinazioni richieste per Sudafrica. CHECKER PER I VACCINI

    Dettagli all'arrivo

    2025

    • 07 Jan 2025
    • 08 Jul 2025

    Disponibilità
    gen feb mar apr mag giu lug ago set ott nov dic

    Tariffe del programma

    23 settimane (soggiorno min.) 20.350€
    24 settimane 20.407€
    25 settimane 20.465€
    26 settimane 20.522€
    30 settimane 20.752€
    38 settimane 21.211€
    50 settimane (soggiorno max.) 21.900€
    Tariffe medie 661€/settimana

    Tariffe del programma

    661€ tariffe settimanali 23 - 50 settimane Età 18 - 50+

    Modalità di pagamento

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    Durata

    23 - 50 settimane

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    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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