WELCOME TO
THE NATURE GUIDE COURSE
Immerse yourself in the heart of the Okavango Delta – a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most wildlife-rich ecosystems on Earth. This nature guide course is designed for those who want to learn by doing – from navigating by animal tracks to understanding the heartbeat of Botswana nature.
You’ll wake to the sound of distant hippos and fall asleep beneath star-drenched skies. Days are spent tracking wildlife on foot, learning the secrets of the bush from expert guides, and gaining a rare perspective on how ecosystems work together in harmony.
Whether you stay for two weeks or four, this nature guide course will equip you with real bush skills, lasting memories, and a deeper connection to the natural world.
Why Book This Nature Guide Course Through Lost Adventures
With over 15 years of experience in African travel and conservation - including as co-founder of the Modisa Wildlife Project in Botswana - Lost Adventures offers expert guidance, trusted support, and extended liability cover. There are no added fees, and if anything doesn’t go as planned, we’ve got your back.
Up to 8 participants
2 or 4 week programme (optional FGASA exam), 1 to 2 start dates/month (Fridays).
Minimum age: 18.
Arrive/depart at Maun International Airport (MUB) on Fridays.
2-hour road transfer between Maun airport and Okavango Delta camp (return) included in price.
Full-board meals, drinking water, coffee, tea are included.
HIGHLIGHTS AT The
Nature Guide Course in the Okavango Delta
Wild Wisdom, From the Ground Up
A fully integrated nature guide curriculum that brings together theory and practice – from geology and ecology to zoology and weather patterns – delivered through immersive field sessions. You won’t just learn about ecosystems; you’ll live inside one of the most iconic regions of Botswana nature.
Mentorship from True Delta Experts
Train with experienced guides who live and breathe the Okavango Delta. Their local knowledge and field-tested wisdom turn every lesson into an unforgettable encounter with the wild. This nature guide course gives you access to professionals who’ve spent years interpreting the land and its stories.
Adventure-Filled Training Days
One moment you’re gliding silently in a mokoro; the next, tracking lion spoor on foot. Every day brings fresh terrain, new skills, and unexpected wildlife moments. The rhythm of Botswana nature is unpredictable and endlessly rewarding – just like the nature guide course itself.
Hands-On Ranger Experience
Go beyond the classroom with practical nature guide training in tracking, firearm handling, bush navigation, and guest interpretation – preparing you to guide with confidence. This is a nature guide course rooted in real-world experience.
From Sunrise to Starlight
Game drives at first light. Theory in the heat of the day. Bush walks at dusk. Nights under the stars. This is what learning in the wild truly looks like – and what makes this nature guide course so transformative.
Live and Learn in the Wild
Stay in an authentic safari camp surrounded by the sounds of the bush. It’s not just where you train – it’s where you live the rhythms of Botswana nature, waking up to trumpeting elephants and falling asleep to roaring lions. Few nature guide courses offer this level of immersion.
Embark on an unforgettable African wildlife adventure at the safari camp. Days start at sunrise, filled with safari drives and nature walks exploring the African ecosystem. Breaks for meals and afternoon classes on wildlife guiding ideas follow. Evenings bring more bush adventures and post-excursion discussions before a delightful dinner. The course blends classroom sessions with hands-on experiences, utilizing safari vehicles, walking, motorboats, and mokoros. As trainees, you'll lead nature walks, navigate mokoros, and conduct game drives, simulating the responsibilities of a professional nature guide.
In field guide training, expert guides cover Botswana's geology, ecology, astronomy, and weather. Learn navigation, bush survival, and tracking techniques for the African wild. Training includes motorboat/mokoro use based on the season, long game walks, and drives for deep bush exploration. Experience wilderness sleep-outs under the African night sky and firearm handling for safety. Days start early, exploring Botswana's wilderness, returning for lunch, rest, and classes. Afternoon game walks/drives hone new skills. Completion earns a certificate; for professional advancement, take the FGASA NQF2 exam for guiding in South Africa, divided into two two-week sessions.
A few days prior to course completion, theoretical and practical evaluations will take place. The written exam covers all subjects taught during the course. Meanwhile, the practical assessment requires each student to lead a game drive, with the student acting as a guide and their peers as safari guests. This hands-on test involves inspecting the vehicle, leading guests through the wilderness, and describing African plants and animals, assessing your abilities as a nature guide. Upon successfully completing both assessments, you will receive the official FGASA certificate.
Activity Overview
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Why We Love
The FGASA Nature Guide Course
This isn’t your average field guide course. It’s immersive, personal, and set in one of the wildest places on Earth. Here’s what makes this nature guide course stand out from the rest.
It’s in the Heart of the Okavango
This isn’t just a training ground – it’s one of the most iconic wilderness areas on the planet. You’ll learn among elephants, lions, and wetlands that pulse with life.
You’ll Learn Skills That Stay With You
Tracking, navigation, and survival techniques taught in the wild stick with you. It’s not just useful – it’s empowering, grounding, and unforgettable. That’s what sets this nature guide course apart.
You Explore the Delta the Way Few Ever Do
Not many people get to paddle a mokoro at sunrise or sleep under a sky thick with stars. You will – and you’ll feel part of the wild, not just a visitor.
Mentors Who Live the Wild
There’s a passion that runs deep here. These guides don’t just teach – they live what they share. Their connection to Botswana nature is infectious, and it fuels every step of the journey.
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Nature Guide Course
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