FGASA Trails Guide Mentor and RAM Workshop - Lowveld
2024-10-25 08:00 - 17:00 (Africa/Johannesburg)
To all Trails Guides Mentors, Resident Assistant Mentors (RAMs), and those becoming Mentors and RAMs.
FGASA will be hosting another Trails Guide Mentor & RAM workshop on Friday 25 October.
Workshop attendance on trails guide mentoring is required whether or not you are already an approved mentor, or are in the process of becoming a full mentor, or are wanting to receive RAM status.
This workshop is a once-off attendance within the current protocols time-frame (5 years).
Please RSVP to qualifications@fgasa.org.za

FGASA National Exam Sitting: venue-based written exam
2024-10-26 10:00 - 13:00
FGASA National Exam Sitting October 2024:
All exams begin at 10am, if you are writing your exam please be at the venue 15 minutes before the exam begins at 9:45am.
Cape Town and Johannesburg exams begin at 9:00am, please make sure you are there 15 minutes before at 8:45am.
All exam attendees are required to sign the attendance register.
Late arrivals will not be permitted to enter the venue and write the exam, please make sure you are on time. If you do not arrive for the exam, your exam booking will be considered forfeit and you will need to re-book and pay for the next national sitting.
Exam cancellations or postponements need to be sent in writing to admin@fgasa.org.za at least 2 weeks prior to the exam sitting.
We sincerely wish all of you the best of luck with your studies and your exam!

FGASA Assessors' Workshop
2024-11-25 08:00 - 2024-11-26 17:00

FGASA Regional Guides Meeting KwaZulu Natal
2024-12-02 11:00 - 13:00
Attention all guides in the KwaZulu Natal region!
FGASA will be hosting our final regional meeting for the year 2024 at Bhejane Nature Training.
Date: 2 December 2024
Time: 11:00am
Venue: Behjane Nature Training (Hluhluwe)
Please be sure to come prepared with your questions and comments.
We’ll see you then!

FGASA Offices Closed - Team Chirstmas Function
2024-12-09
To all our members and friends, please note that the FGASA offices are closed on Monday 9 December for our staff Christmas function.
Please feel free to email admin@fgasa.org.za with any questions or for more information, we will get back to you as soon as possible when the office re-opens on Tuesday 10 December.

Western Cape Marine Guide Training Programme in Partnership with FGASA: Graduation - Mossel Bay
2024-12-12 10:00 - 14:00
The Department of Economic Development & Tourism of the Western Cape Government, in collaboration with the Field Guides Association of Southern Africa (FGASA), are proud of all the candidates that took part and performed exceptionally well in the Marine Guide Training program.
The hard work and dedication to the training programme is almost at an end as we approach the graduation dates.
The first Graduation ceremony will be held in Mossel Bay.

Western Cape Marine Guide Training Programme in Partnership with FGASA: Graduation - De Hoop
2024-12-13 10:00 - 14:00
The Department of Economic Development & Tourism of the Western Cape Government, in collaboration with the Field Guides Association of Southern Africa (FGASA), are proud of all the candidates that took part and performed exceptionally well in the Marine Guide Training program.
The hard work and dedication to the training programme is almost at an end as we approach the graduation dates.
The second Graduation ceremony will be held at De Hoop Nature Reserve.

FGASA Offices Close for the Festive Season
2024-12-13 12:00 - 2025-01-13 07:30
Everyone’s favourite time of year has arrived. It’s the December holiday season and our team is heading off for a well-deserved break. Everyone at FGASA has put in exceptional effort this year to serve our old and new members alike.
We would like to extend our most sincere thanks to each one of our staff, board, and executive committee members for their unwavering dedication and support to developing, growing and promoting the Field Guides Association of Southern Africa during the year 2024!
We will be back, refreshed and ready to take on 2025 from Monday 13 January.
Have a wonderful festive season everyone!

FGASA Exams: Written Exam Registration for February Closes
2025-01-22 08:00 - 16:00
Attention all members, registration for the FGASA exams National Sitting (venue-based, written exams) closes today.
FGASA Exams Schedule
Please log into your members profile, book and pay for your exam. Exams are not booked if they are not paid for.
We wish you the best of luck!

FGASA Online Exams: February Registration Closes
2025-02-13 08:00 - 16:00
Attention all members, registration for the FGASA Online exams closes today.
FGASA Exams Schedule
Please log into your members profile, book and pay for your exam. Exams are not booked if they are not paid for.
We wish you the best of luck!

FGASA Online NQF2 Exam Workshop
2025-02-18 19:00 - 22:00 | Online
Join online for our first NQF2 Exam workshop of 2025!

We’re just a few days away from our first exam sitting for 2025. To help you prepare we’re hosting an online workshop tonight at 7pm

Facilitated by Campfire Academy Principal Trainer, FGASA Assessor, Mentor and Professional Trails Guide, Laetitia Cronje there is no better person to help you get ready for your FGASA Nature Site Guide NQF2 exam! Hit the link below to join the workshop.

https://msteams.link/7BIC

For anyone unable to attend the workshop, we will be uploading a recording of the workshop to our YouTube channel!

LEDET and FGASA Celebrate International Tourist Guide Day
2025-02-21 08:30 - 13:00 | Impala Park, Phalaborwa, Phalaborwa, Limpopo
You’re INVITED!

In honour of International Tourist Guide Day the Limpopo Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism (LEDET) is hosting a celebration of guides at the opening of the Phalaborwa ‘Marula Festival’ on Friday 21 February!

FGASA will be attending and would love to invite, you, our members and guides to join us.

If you’re keen on celebrating guides with us, RSVP to marketing@fgasa.org.za. Space is limited so please let us know!

We hope to see you there!

FGASA Guides Meeting: Timbavati
2025-02-27 10:00 - 12:00 | Timbavati
Calling all guides in the Timbavati!
FGASA will be hosting a guides meeting for the reserve to discuss FGASA as the professional body, association updates, get feedback from you as our members and more.
Join us on Thursday 27 February at 10:00am.
We hope to see you there!
Venue: TBC

FGASA Guides Meeting: Waterberg
2025-03-11 10:00 - 12:00
Calling all guides in the Waterberg region!
FGASA will be hosting a guides meeting for the region to discuss FGASA as the professional body, association updates, get feedback from you as our members and more.
Join us on Tuesday 11 March.
We hope to see you there!
Start time: 10am
Venue: Mabula Game Lodge

FGASA Guides Meeting: Pilanesberg National Park
2025-03-19 11:00 - 13:00
Calling all guides in Pilanesberg National Park!
FGASA will be hosting a guides meeting for the reserve to discuss FGASA as the professional body, association updates, get feedback from you as our members and more.
Join us on Wednesday 19 March.
We hope to see you there!
Venue: Bakubung Bush Lodge
Time: 11am

FGASA Guides Meeting: Eastern Cape
2025-03-20 12:00 - 14:00 | Shamwari Private Game Reserve, Shamwari Private Game Reserve, Paterson, 6130, Paterson, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Calling all guides in the Eastern Cape!
FGASA will be hosting a guides meeting for the region to discuss FGASA as the professional body, association updates, get feedback from you as our members and more.
See details below:
📅Thursday 20 March.
🕙Start time: 12pm
🦁Venue: Shamwari Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre
We look forward to seeing you there! 🤩

FGASA Guides Meeting: Lowveld
2025-03-27 11:00 - 13:00
Calling all guides in the Lowveld region!
FGASA will be hosting a guides meeting for the reserve to discuss FGASA as the professional body, association updates, get feedback from you as our members and more.
Join us on Thursday 27 March.
We hope to see you there!
Venue: Royal Malewane Conservation and Research Centre – Thornybush Game Reserve
Time: 11am

FGASA Written Exams: May Registration Closes
2025-04-24 08:00 - 16:00

FGASA Guides Meeting: Gauteng
2025-05-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Wanderers Sports Club, 21 North Street, Illovo, Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2196, South Africa
Calling all guides in the Gauteng region!
FGASA will be hosting a guides meeting for the region to discuss FGASA as the professional body, association updates, get feedback from you as our members and more.
Join us on Monday 12 May.
We hope to see you there!
Start time: 6pm
Venue: Wanderers Sports Club, Illovo

FGASA Online Exam: May Registration Closes
2025-05-15 08:00 - 16:00

NQF2 Online Exam Workshop: May
2025-05-20 19:00 - 22:00
Join us for the May online NQF2 exam workshop!

We’re a few weeks away from the FGASA May 2025 exam sitting. To help you prepare we’re hosting an online exam prep workshop on 20 May at 7pm

Facilitated by Campfire Academy Principal Trainer, FGASA Assessor, Mentor and Professional Trails Guide, Laetitia Cronje there is no better person to help you get ready for your FGASA Nature Site Guide NQF2 exam! Hit the link below to join the workshop.

https://msteams.link/980P

For anyone unable to attend the workshop, we will be uploading a recording of the workshop to our YouTube channel!

Study hard everyone and best of luck to you!

Trails Guide Mentor Workshop
2025-05-30 | Moholoholo Mountain View
FGASA will be hosting a Trails Guide Mentor workshop at the end of May.
Please RSVP to Bernice on qualifications@fgasa.org.za should you with to attend.
It will be a full-day workshop hosted at Moholoholo Mountain view in the Hoedspruit/Kampersrus area.
See you there!

FGASA Written Exams: August Registration Closes
2025-07-02 08:00 - 16:00

FGASA Professional Body Online Info Session 1
2025-07-16 12:00 - 13:00 | Online
What’s FGASA Really About? Let’s Talk!
🔊 We’re hosting a series of online meetings to talk about FGASA as the Professional Body for Field Guides and Trackers.
Ever wondered what FGASA really does as a Professional Body?
How designations work? Or how you grow and develop in your professional guiding career?
Then don’t miss this info session!
📅 Date: 16 July 2025
🕛 Time: 12:00 PM
💻 Where: Online (link shared on RSVP)
RSVP to marketing@fgasa.org.za
Whether you’re a student, member, guide, trainer, assessor or just curious—this session is for YOU.
Let’s break it down:
✅ What FGASA is & isn’t
✅ Why being a member matters
✅ What a professional designation means
✅ Your career pathway explained
🎟️ It’s FREE – Just bring your questions and passion for guiding!
👉 RSVP now: marketing@fgasa.org.za
📣 Spread the word – Tag a fellow guide!

FGASA Online Exam: July Registration Closes
2025-07-24 08:00 - 16:00

Mpumalanga Guide Registrar to Visit Hoedspruit for Guide Registrations!
2025-07-24 08:00 - 17:00
📣 Guide Registration with the National Registrar – Mpumalanga
Attention all safari guides!
The Tourism Guide Registrar from the Mpumalanga Tourism & Parks Agency (MTPA), Justine, will be in Hoedspruit for two days to register guides on behalf of the National Department of Tourism – a legal requirement for anyone guiding in South Africa.
📍 Dates & Locations:
🔹 Tuesday, 5 August – FGASA Office (at the Farm House)
🕖 From 10:00am
🔹 Wednesday, 6 August – EcoTraining Office (at Korongo House)
🕗 From 9:30am
Whether you’re registering for the first time or renewing your tourist guide card, make sure you don’t miss this opportunity.
✅ Please bring the following:
* Certified copy CATHSSETA certificate (or screenshot off the CATHSSETA system sent by your training provider)
* Certified copy of your FGASA certificate and competency letter (if applicable)
* 1 x colour passport photo
* Certified copy of your ID (not older than 3 months)
* Certified copy of your driver’s license
* Certified copy of your valid First Aid certificate
Please download and complete this registration form BEFORE coming to register: Tourist Guide Registration Form
Registration/renewal fee (banking details will be available on the day). Please note that if you are currently registered as a guide in a different province you will not be able to register with MTPA unless your card has expired!
Justine will also be bringing any outstanding Tourist Guide cards and Badges.
Let’s ensure you’re legally registered and compliant. We look forward to seeing you there!

FGASA Eastern Cape Regional Meeting
2025-07-25 11:00 - 13:00 | Online
📣 FGASA Eastern Cape Regional Meeting🗓 Date: 25 July 2025🕚 Time: 11:00 AM💻 Platform: Online via Zoom (link to follow)
FGASA members in the Eastern Cape — join us for our upcoming regional meeting where we’ll connect, share updates, and discuss how we can continue to support and strengthen the guiding profession in your region.
This is your space to engage, ask questions, and contribute to the future of guiding in South Africa.
📬 The Zoom link will be sent out closer to the time — keep an eye on your inbox!

FGASA July Online NQF2 Exam Workshop
2025-07-29 19:00 - 22:00 | Online
Join us for the July online NQF2 exam workshop! 🤓
You’re just over one week away from the FGASA July & August 2025 exam sitting. To help you prepare we’re hosting an online exam prep workshop on 29 July at 7pm 🌐📅🕰
Facilitated by @campfireacademy Principal Trainer, FGASA Assessor, Mentor and Professional Trails Guide, Laetitia Cronje there is no better person to help you get ready for your FGASA Nature Site Guide NQF2 exam! 🤩🙌 Hit the link below to join the session:
https://msteams.link/86GB
For anyone unable to attend the workshop, we will be uploading a recording of the workshop to our YouTube channel! 💪🖥
Study hard everyone and best of luck to you! 🍀🌈⭐️

Trails Guide Mentor and RAM Workshop - KZN
2025-07-31 | Jumeirah Thanda Safari
Trails Guide Mentor and RAM Workshop – KZN
Date: 31 July
Time: 08:00 – 17:00
Venue: Jumeirah Thanda Safari (click here for location)
Intibane Camp
The workshop is compulsory for all those wanting to become Trails Guide Mentors or Resident Assistant Mentors.
To confirm your attendance and booking please RSVP to Alan Taylor:
alangt@mweb.co.za
For overnight RSVPs please email Jan Hendrick:
headguide@thanda.co.za
All attendees must bring their own food and drinks for the day.

Tourism Guide Registrations at FGASA and EcoTraining
2025-08-05 10:00 - 2025-08-06 16:00
Attention all safari guides!

The Tourism Guide Registrar from the Mpumalanga Tourism & Parks Agency (MTPA), Justine, will be in Hoedspruit for two days to register guides on behalf of the National Department of Tourism – a legal requirement for anyone guiding in South Africa.

📍 Dates & Locations:
🔹 Tuesday, 5 August – FGASA Office (at the Farm House)
🕖 From 10:00am
🔹 Wednesday, 6 August – EcoTraining Office (at Korongo House)
🕗 From 9:30am

Whether you’re registering for the first time or renewing your tourist guide card, make sure you don’t miss this opportunity.

✅ Please bring the following:

* Certified copy CATHSSETA certificate (or screenshot off the CATHSSETA system sent by your training provider)
* Certified copy of your FGASA certificate and competency letter (if applicable)
* 1 x colour passport photo
* Certified copy of your ID (not older than 3 months)
* Certified copy of your driver’s license
* Certified copy of your valid First Aid certificate

If you are registering, please complete the guide registration form before arriving.

Download the registration form here

Registration/renewal fee (banking details will be available on the day). Please note that if you are currently registered as a guide in a different province you will not be able to register with MTPA unless your card has expired!

Justine will also be bringing any outstanding Tourist Guide cards and Badges.

Let’s ensure you’re legally registered and compliant. We look forward to seeing you there!
