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The Coastal and Dune Forests of Northern KwaZulu Natal is the venue for this
exciting new programme. Following the syllabus of the new FGASA Marine
Guide Level 1 qualification, this course has been designed to introduce guides
to this unique coastal environment and to assist with preparation for the
national FGASA Marine Guide Examination. This unique area contains 4
different mangrove species, one of which is endemic to the area. This offers
the opportunity to see the resident Mangrove Kingfshers ( of which there are
only 30 breeding pairs left in SA), the Palmnut Vulture, Livingstone's Turaco as
well as a wealth of other seabirds, that roam this area. Already famous for its
turtle-nesting sites, the area also offers the special opportunity to observe
Leatherback and Loggerhead Turtles during their annual nesting and hatching
cycles.
Whilst the FGASA Marine Guide course is decidedly terrestrial, Bhejane
Nature Training in association with Coral Divers Sodwana Bay, has added
an extra dimension to this course, by also including an underwater Scuba
diving component. This association allows you to get certified not only as a
qualified Marine Guide, but also as a qualified Open Water Scuba Diver. You
can now accompany your guests on the ultimate Beach and Bush Experience,
adding valuable versatility as a guide to your resume! As one of Africa's best
PADI training centres (Coral Divers), this also opens up another career-path
should you decide to spend more time under water.
The Coral Reefs of Sodwana Bay rank amongst one of the Top 10 Global Dive
sites and will definitely add a special kind of magic to your training experience.
Potato Bass, Guineafowl Eel, Clown Trigger Fish, Parrot Fish, Wrasses, Angel
Fish and Two-bar Anemone Fish are amongst some of the species you can
expect to encounter. Off course there is also the chance of seeing turtles,
Ragged Tooth Sharks, Humpbacked Whales and the gigantic Whale Shark.
The training camp is situated within the iSimangaliso Wetlands Park close to
Sodwana Bay.
Contact us now for course dates and more information.
exciting new programme. Following the syllabus of the new FGASA Marine
Guide Level 1 qualification, this course has been designed to introduce guides
to this unique coastal environment and to assist with preparation for the
national FGASA Marine Guide Examination. This unique area contains 4
different mangrove species, one of which is endemic to the area. This offers
the opportunity to see the resident Mangrove Kingfshers ( of which there are
only 30 breeding pairs left in SA), the Palmnut Vulture, Livingstone's Turaco as
well as a wealth of other seabirds, that roam this area. Already famous for its
turtle-nesting sites, the area also offers the special opportunity to observe
Leatherback and Loggerhead Turtles during their annual nesting and hatching
cycles.
Whilst the FGASA Marine Guide course is decidedly terrestrial, Bhejane
Nature Training in association with Coral Divers Sodwana Bay, has added
an extra dimension to this course, by also including an underwater Scuba
diving component. This association allows you to get certified not only as a
qualified Marine Guide, but also as a qualified Open Water Scuba Diver. You
can now accompany your guests on the ultimate Beach and Bush Experience,
adding valuable versatility as a guide to your resume! As one of Africa's best
PADI training centres (Coral Divers), this also opens up another career-path
should you decide to spend more time under water.
The Coral Reefs of Sodwana Bay rank amongst one of the Top 10 Global Dive
sites and will definitely add a special kind of magic to your training experience.
Potato Bass, Guineafowl Eel, Clown Trigger Fish, Parrot Fish, Wrasses, Angel
Fish and Two-bar Anemone Fish are amongst some of the species you can
expect to encounter. Off course there is also the chance of seeing turtles,
Ragged Tooth Sharks, Humpbacked Whales and the gigantic Whale Shark.
The training camp is situated within the iSimangaliso Wetlands Park close to
Sodwana Bay.
Contact us now for course dates and more information.
Level 1 Marine Guide
Course Duration: 6 weeks
Course Dates:
Course Fee: R22 900
Course Fee includes: Meals and Accommodation
Uniform
Training and Assessment
PADI Open Water Dive Course
PADI Registration
First Aid Training
Course Duration: 6 weeks
Course Dates:
- 8 November - 18 December 2010
- 17 January - 27 February 2011
- 5 September - 15 October 2011
- 17 October - 26 November 2011
Course Fee: R22 900
Course Fee includes: Meals and Accommodation
Uniform
Training and Assessment
PADI Open Water Dive Course
PADI Registration
First Aid Training
2010 Makhulu Group