About Bushwise

Bushwise specialises in running FGASA's (Field Guides Association of Southern Africa) accredited professional field guide course that trains students to a high standard of theoretical knowledge and practical experience. If you are looking to work within big 5 reserves, our course provides all practical training in game reserves with dangerous animals including elephant, lion, hippo, buffalo, leopard and rhino.

Our course structure and syllabus enables you, the student to become a competent field guide, gain a work placement and perhaps future employment on a big 5 reserve and wildlife research programs. We have a strong emphasis on producing high quality guides with excellent practical skills and not solely theoretical knowledge.

Bushwise has gained an excellent reputation in the field guide industry by producing high achieving students with outstanding pass rates, both practically and academically.

2007 Course average pass rate was 96% for FGASA Level 1 theory exams

2008 Course average pass rate was 99% for FGASA Level 1 theory exams

2009 Course average pass rate was 99% for FGASA Level 1 theory exams

2010 Course average pass rate was 95% for FGASA Level 1 theory exams

Bushwise has been set up by experienced personnel who have been working extensively in training, program logistics, field guiding, and the eco-tourism industry.

Bushwise and its staff are directly linked with Global Vision International (GVI) an internationally recognised organisation which assists with marketing, recruitment, pre-country and in-county support. GVI has a wealth of experience in volunteer and student placements as well as training and course development. Every year they currently send over 3,000 people into the field worldwide. Together GVI and Bushwise have combined their experience and skills to develop a training program of excellence.