- South Africa
- Port Elizabeth
About Program
Join the Kariega Nature College for 3 months, learning within a “Big Five” conservancy where they can expect spectacular wildlife sightings and memorable encounters. Our team is passionate, well-qualified and experienced. We are eager to take you through our comprehensive training programme, including:
FGASA Study material for Field Guide syllabus
FGASA Field Guide Theoretical training
FGASA Field Guide Practical Training
FGASA Field Guide Theory exam
FGASA Field Practical assessment
First aid training, accredited by Department of Labour in South Africa
4X4 training course, TETA-accredited (Transport Education Training Authority)
Hospitality training
Snake handling course (with African Snakebite Institute)
Rifle proficiency, PFTC accredited (Professional Firearm Training Council)
Excursion: Overnight hiking trail in Woody Cape, coastal section of the Addo Elephant National Park
Track and Sign course, including CyberTracker evaluation
Wildlife Photography workshop
Video and Photos
Program Highlights
- Experience the unique and richly diverse Eastern Cape, the fastest growing nature and conservation area in South Africa, offering the best in malaria-free, Big 5 wildlife safaris.
- Personal training attention with a maximum number of ten students
- study at a game reserve that is dedicated to conservation & community development; home to famous White Rhino, Thandi who, after giving birth to two calves since her poaching attack, has inspired a global community to get involved in rhino conservation
- Best value! Include accredited off-road driving, first aid, tracking, snake handling and rifle proficiency modules
- The Kariega Nature College campus enjoys its own access onto the reserve and boasts beautiful views and vista’s of the expansive wilderness, with comfortable en-suite rooms, 'boma' area, pool, comfortable living and study areas.
