FGASA African Trails Guide Course
South Africa, Botswana
28 days
6-20
English
3,250
Overview
The majority of time on this 28 day FGASA (Field Guide Association of South Africa) Trails Guide course will be spent enjoying bush walks in big game country. You will, on foot, explore the wilderness of the majestic Makuleke concession in the famed Kruger National Park or Mashatu Reserve in Northern Tuli Game Reserve, Botswana.
Graduation & Certificates
This programme will assist you by registering with FGASA (Field Guides Association of Southern Africa) and CATHSSETA.
- FGASA Apprentice Trails Guide Status
- EcoTraining Apprentice Trails Guide Certificate.
Training Programme
The majority of time on this 28 day FGASA (Field Guide Association of South Africa) Trails Guide course will be spent enjoying bush walks in big game country. You will, on foot, explore the wilderness of the majestic Makuleke concession in the famed Kruger National Park or Mashatu Reserve in Northern Tuli Game Reserve, Botswana).
Your situational awareness, wildlife knowledge and appreciation of the environment will increase exponentially as this course is conducted in a wilder, different area which provides a truly authentic experience as a Field guide. This all whether you are working towards a career guide qualification or just attending for learning and self-satisfaction. Walking in this area is very rewarding and special as the 24 ,000 ha Makuleke concession hosts 75% of the Greater Kruger National Park’s biodiversity.
Our wilderness camp is located in an area of outstanding natural beauty known as the Land of Giants; there are majestic rocks, abundant wildlife, a profusion of birds, diverse vegetation and a very rich archaeological heritage.
Costs
Arrival for this course is 14:00 hr on the first day, with departure at 9:00 hr on the last day.
Total costs: US$3,250
Included
- Accommodation (sharing)
- Meals
- Tea / Coffee / Cordials
- Instruction and Training
- Game Walks
- All FGASA fees (exam, assessments and workbooks)
- Open vehicle game drives
Excluded
- Transfers/transport to and from the camp, before and after the course
- Any accommodation before and after the course
Beverages (beer, ciders, bottled water) - Kruger National Park entrance fee (only applicable if the course is at Makuleke Camp)
- Border crossing fee (only applicable if the course is at Mashatu Camp)
- Sleep outs/ additional activities
- In unforeseen circumstances, rates (for unpaid bookings) and venues are subject to change without notice
Entry level requirements
- The learner needs to be able to communicate effectively in spoken and written English.
- Participants need to be older than 18 years old.
- Fit and able to walk for at least 2km.
- Be in possession of a valid Driver’s license (preferred manual gear shift).Current First Aid Certificate (or be prepared to obtain one).
Location
Makuleke concession in the famed Kruger National Park or Mashatu Reserve in Northern Tuli Game Reserve, Botswana.
