Kololo Game Reserve has now forged a partnership with EcoTraining to bring qualified apprentice field guides into Kololo for their 6 month lodge placement program. EcoTraining is the pioneer and leader of field guide and nature training in South Africa.
The EcoTraining Program
- FGASA Apprentice field guide – Level 1 guiding certification and licence;
- Wilderness trails guiding and viewing potentially dangerous animals on foot with paying guests;
- Advanced Rifle handling;
- Tracking training and accreditation;
- Wilderness First Aid;
- Birding qualifications;
- 4×4 driving for wilderness areas;
- Navigation;
Practical Workplace Training
After their initial 6 months training and certification, the apprentice field guides are placed at lodges for their practical workplace experiential training. Whilst guiding is at the forefront of this experiential learning they are required to work in all the departments present at the lodge including: front of house, reception, maintenance, restaurant and the conservation projects. Through this they will gain a full understanding of all the requirements of running a successful accommodation and wildlife establishment.
Kololo Student Guides
We hope that you get to meet the team when visiting us and learn more of their wildlife experiences that they have been witness to.
Here’s to a prosperous and mutually beneficial relationship with EcoTraining and the apprentice field guides!