Nature guide training in South Africa

This comprehensive and in-depth training program lasts for a full year. It was created to address the demand for qualified guides in the safari market. It is aimed at those looking to position themselves in this market, as well as anyone who wishes to deepen their knowledge of the African bush.
The nature guide training organization offers a formula that gives you every chance of success: the "theoretical" training is conducted in two different reserves over approximately six months to experience a maximum of situations. Students participate in two outings per day, one in the morning from 5/6 am to 10/11 am, and one in the evening from 4 pm to 8 pm to observe nocturnal life. There are also walking outings to learn tracking techniques. Following the training, students are placed in practical internships at a lodge to test their guiding skills, supervised by experienced guides and managers.

The trainers also serve as examiners; there will be 2-3 people determining your success! You will have many exercises, such as making oral presentations to fellow students to practice public speaking, role-playing scenarios during outings: safari presentations, safety instructions, explanations about animals, and setting up a coffee break in a secure location (tea/coffee/biscuits!), etc.