Location
  • South Africa
    • Mossel Bay
Length
4 to 12 weeks

Program Details

Compensation
Unpaid
Timeframe
Year Round
Housing
Apartment
Language
English
Age Min.
18
Age Max
65

Pricing

Starting Price
3600
What's Included
Accommodation Activities Airport Transfers Meals Transportation Wifi
What's Not Included
Airfare Domestic Airfare SIM cards Travel Insurance Visa
Oct 29, 2024
Oct 18, 2024
9 travelers are looking at this program

About Program

Elevate your photography game from enthusiastic amateur to aspiring professional!

Discover the art of turning your passion into profit with our Wildlife and Travel photography program in Africa. Immerse yourself in incredible photographic opportunities while mastering the skills to make money from your craft. It’s time to capture not just moments but a career in the fascinating world of photography!

Program Reviews

4.75 Rating
based on 4 reviews
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  • 4 rating 25%
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  • Growth 4.75
  • Support 5
  • Fun 4.75
  • Housing 3.75
  • Safety 5
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Eman
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

A unique learning experience in a beautiful part of Africa

During my time with Africa Media, I was able to improve my wildlife photography to a professional standard, learning to take photos in a more unique and creative way. I met other like-minded students who I shared incredible experiences with along the beautiful Garden Route, such as safaris, wine tasting, horseback riding, and skydiving!

Our instructors, Frikkie & Shirley, were amazing people who made sure we had the best experience and they tailored our skills development for each one of us. The accommodation was comfortable and cosy, with great meals provided, and transport was provided for when we went on excursions during the week.

I highly recommend joining this once in a lifetime experience!

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?
Putting a python around my neck! I overcame my nerves by letting the others go first! But the python was so calm and friendly, it was actually a nice experience :)
Pros
  • Learn to improve your photography/filmmaking skills
  • Go on various unique excursions that I wouldn't normally be able to do
  • Meet amazing people on the program, but also the local people
28 people found this review helpful.
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Steven
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Rewarding experience

I enjoyed the program and the syllabus. It was a great opportunity to travel the Garden Route, improve my writing and get published. Rouxne, the instructor, was a great editor and a guide to this part of South Africa.
I would perhaps add a fun group activity from the start to encourage a bond among the students.
Fun weekend outings.

I enjoyed visiting all the different towns along the Garden Route and also improving my photography skills. The Schotia Game Reserve weekend was a real highlight. Would propose more options for weekend outings if possible.

What would you improve about this program?
More weekend excursion options even
Some group bonding activities
Consider having students stay in Mossel Bay proper as there is more life there.
121 people found this review helpful.
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Rebecca
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Africa Media journalism internship

I chose to do the internship as part of my work experience for uni. The staff were really helpful beforehand and I was confident with what was expected of me. They checked what I wanted to get out of the program so that they could tailor specific activities to me and my interests. I learned a lot more than I would at university, as the course is specifically for Travel and Environmental journalism. So, it goes into more detail on the type of writing and interviewing styles, how to make it freelance, etc. Get to go on exciting weekend trips and excursions, too!

What was the most surprising thing you saw or did?
For one of my stories, we went Shark cage diving - which is something I never thought I would do!
124 people found this review helpful.
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Michelle
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Not a scam, totally real program

Imagine my relief when I got to the airport and saw someone holding an Africa Media sign. The whole program was insightful and extremely helpful. Learned a lot, met so many great people and definitely honed in my skills as a journalist. The best thing about the program is that you don't have to have any history with journalism and can be a complete amateur, yet, by the end of the mont you'll leave with a comprehensive understanding of the career. Loved everyone at Africa Media, really cool people.

123 people found this review helpful.

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