26/01/2023
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*Requirements to become a Safari Guide*
* You need to be at least 18 years old.
* You need to be fluent in English.
* You should have a decent fitness level.
* Ideally, you have a manual driving license.
*In order to sit for your LPH/Safari Guide examination , you'll need to attend first aid .training course.
*What qualifications do I need to be a safari guide?*
But some safari companies take this one step further...
To be a Safari Guide is to be a Master of all Trades
* Wildlife knowledge. ...
* Safe Practice. ...
* Conservation. ...
* Photography. ...
* Driving skills. ...
* Historian. ...
* Tracker. ...
* Personality.
*How long does it take to become a safari guide?*
Just like any other job, formal training is critically important for a successful career as an African safari guide.
* Most training institutes offer 12 months programs that cover both the theoretical and the practical part of directing an African safari
*What is the job of a safari guide?*
Safari guides host visitors to lodges and reserves on game drives, bush walks and other activities. They interpret the elements of nature and wildlife for their guests. To successfully do their job, safari guides must be knowledgeable about ecosystems, and the living and non-living things found there
*How much do safari guides earn?*
Safari Tour Guide Salary in South Africa
A safari guide salary in South Africa luxurious lodges could be 50 USD per day or even more. However, just how much does a game ranger earn in South Africa? The average tour guide salary in South Africa is 950 USD per month.
*Can you be a tour guide without a degree?*
There are no formal education requirements for tour guides, though most have at least a high school diploma. Training and certification programs are available from a variety of travel guide associations, such as the World Federation of Tourist Guide Associations.
*Do safari guides have guns?*
FAQ: Do the guides carry guns on safari? The guides do carry loaded guns to use as a last resort in a dangerous situation. They are rarely used and are mostly for the protection of the trackers who may head off into the bush in search of animals. You don't need to bring any weapons on your safari.
*What is a safari worker called?*
Who are we as Safari Guides (Rangers)? The dictionary describes us as 'a person who advises others, especially in matters of behaviour on an expedition to observe animals in their natural habitat.
*FOR LADIES*
*Can you go on safari on your period?*
Thousands of African women have their periods every day and cope perfectly well without fancy sanitary products or bathrooms. We suggest the following: Bring sufficient supplies with you. If you are due to have your period on safari, do NOT assume that you will be able to purchase tampons or pads easily.
**Can you go on safari if pregnant?*
More benefits of a malaria free safari
A malaria-free area is* also safe for pregnant women as they do not have to be concerned about the medication affecting their unborn child - and the affects of the malaria itself. A malaria-free South African safari is ideal for the couples who want to safari while pregnant
*How old do you have to be to work at the safari park?*
Please Note: For all full-time position, you must be at least 18 years old and have a valid driver's license. All full-time and permanent part-time employees will be required to go through a four part pre-employment screening.
*Who leads a safari?*
They can be called simply "safari guides", or "bwanas" (which means leader, boss or important person in Swahili).
*What time of year is best for safari?*
The best time to go on safari is between June and October, during the dry season. This is a cooler time of the year and you are more likely to see animals, who are searching for water sources. During these months, you can also catch the iconic Masai Mara migration
*How much does it cost to run a safari?*
A budget safari averages $150 per night, mid-range $350 and luxury $750. The extreme top-safaris can easily go up to $1,500 per night, or more! There is literally a safari to suit every budget. An African safari costs anywhere between $125 and $1,500 per person per night.
*HERE IS A SAMPLE OF TOPICS* / *PROGRAMMES*
1)
Travel industry terminology
2)
How tours are put together by tour operators
3)
Industry trends
4)
Pre-tour departure preparations
5)
How to do a briefing
6)
Baggage handling and control
7)
Cultural practices; how to research
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What to do with leisure days on tour
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Itinerary planning; motor coach commentary
10)
Handling difficult passengers
11)
Preparing your TD resume
*REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN :*
*SAFARI GUIDE COURSE*
PLEASE SECURE YOUR PLACE TODAY.
*LEARNER PROFESSIONAL HUNTER & TOUR GUIDING COURSE*
*REGISTER TODAY FOR:*
NB: 2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣3️⃣ *SEPTEMBER EXAMINATIONS*
THIS COURSE TARGETS PEOPLE WHO HAVE THE PASSION AND ZEAL TO WORK AS PROFESSIONAL HUNTERS AND TOUR GUIDES.
WE NURTURE YOU TO INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS
*SUBJECTS
1⃣. HABITS & HABITATS
2⃣. GENERAL PAPER
3⃣. FI****MS & BALLISTICS
4⃣. LAW
*EXAMINATION BODY*
ZIMBABWE NATIONAL PARKS AND WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY.
EXAMINATIONS ARE WRITTEN EVERY FEBRUARY & SEPTEMBER.
*ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:*
1️⃣: YOU MUST BE 1️⃣8️⃣ YEARS AND ABOVE.
2️⃣: YOU MUST BE A ZIMBABWEAN CITIZEN/RESIDENT.
4️⃣: AT LEAST 3⃣ 'O' LEVEL PASSES.
4️⃣: YOU MUST BE IN POSSESSION OF A VALID FIRST AID CERTIFICATE (WHEN YOU SIT FOR EXAMINATIONS) .
*FIRST AID TRAINING TO BE DONE IN THE DURATION OF THE COURSE AS A CLASS.
*FEES STRUCTURE:*
* Tuition : us $3️⃣0️⃣0️⃣
*First Aid training course : us💲6️⃣0️⃣
*National Parks Examination fees : us💲2️⃣0️⃣0️⃣
* Registration fee : $ 15
PREFERABLE means of first payment is half the amount of the cost of the TUITION FEE
US$1️⃣5️⃣0️⃣ which covers for the first 3️⃣ months for commitment sake.
*TOTAL COST OF THE COURSE US$5️⃣6️⃣0️⃣
*payable using bond/rand, us$ or equivalent rate on the day.*
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