TOUR GUIDE COURSE – JUNE 2026 INTAKE (WITH JOB PLACEMENT OPPORTUNITIES)

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TOUR GUIDE COURSE – JUNE 2026 INTAKE (WITH JOB PLACEMENT OPPORTUNITIES)
Are you passionate about wildlife, tourism, conservation, and adventure? Enroll in our 6-Month Professional Tour Guide Course** and gain the knowledge, skills, and practical experience needed to build a rewarding career in Zimbabwe's tourism and safari industry.

Course Modules:
Students will study the following five core modules:
* Field Guide & Resource Interpretation
* Wildlife Habits and Habitats
* Tourism and Wildlife Law
* General Paper
* Professional Tour Guiding Skills

Training Options:
We offer both:
✅ Face-to-Face Lessons
✅ Online Lessons

Applicants must be proficient in both spoken and written English.

Course Fees
-Face-to-Face Training
-Full Tuition Fee: **USD $200

Online Training
-Registration Fee: USD $15
-Full Tuition Fee: USD $200
Fees may be paid in installments.

Duties and Responsibilities

Practical Training Includes:
Participants will gain hands-on experience in:
* Bush and wildlife experiences
* Tour operations and client handling
* Zimbabwean heritage and cultural interpretation
* Travel and field excursions
* Professional guiding techniques

Examinations & Certification:
-Upon completion of training, students will sit for examinations administered by the Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management Authority (ZimParks) in February 2027.
-Examination Fee: USD $250 (payable directly to the ZimParks ZIWC Bank Account in January 2027).

Successful candidates will receive a professional guide licence, enabling them to work with:
* National Parks
* Conservancies
* Safari Companies
* Safari Lodges
* Travel Agencies
* Tourism Operators

Anti-Poaching & Wildlife Security Mentorship
As part of our mentorship programme, students receive Anti-Poaching Training covering:
* Wildlife security
* Tracking techniques
* Search and rescue skills
* Client protection in the field
* Anti-poaching operations

Qualifications and Experience

Participants who complete the bush training receive a certificate and can pursue opportunities in wildlife security and conservation management.
Benefits
✅ Guaranteed attachment placement upon course completion
✅ Potential employment opportunities within safari companies, conservancies, national parks, travel agencies, boat cruise operators, and anti-poaching organisations
✅ Industry networking opportunities
✅ Opportunity to work independently as a tourism or wildlife consultant
✅ Skills that can be applied to tracking services, dog handling, and anti-poaching initiatives
✅ Tour Guide salaries typically range from **USD $400 – $700 per month**, depending on the employer and experience level

Entry Requirements
* Certified copy of National ID or Passport
* Zimbabwean citizen
* Ability to communicate effectively in English (written and spoken)
* First Aid Certificate before final examinations (may be obtained during the course)