Certified Nature Guide

what the program covers

Who is this course for

This course  is for local guides eager to gain practical, hands-on approaches to basic natural history, nature interpretation and flora/fauna ID . Prior knowledge of local species and some spoken English is preferred, but not indispensable.

What will you learn

  • Basics of Nature Guiding 
  • Interpretation 101
  • Basic Flora & Fauna Identification 
  • Managing Guest Experience
  • Safety & Risk Management

Earn an industry lauded certificate

You will receive a Govt Of India vocational skill certificate on successfully  completing the course. The course is accredited by the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) and/or the Tourism Hospitality Skills Council (THSC). Certificates will also be eligible for academic credit as per NSQF UGC Scheme. More >>>

Prepare for Guiding Activity on Safaris and Nature Trails
  • Preparing for a relevant guiding activity (Safari, Nature Trail)
  • Providing and collecting pre-trip information from guests and colleagues
Conduct Guiding Activity During Safaris and Nature Trails
  • Conducting the activity
  • Sharing various aspects of nature, flora and fauna
  • Achieving customer satisfaction
  • Managing people with disabilities
Assess and Mitigate Risks
  • Assessing risk and handling emergencies
Communicate with Customers and Colleagues
  • Interacting with superiors and colleagues
  • Communicating effectively with guests
Follow Gender and Age Sensitive Practices
  • Providing different age and gender specific customer service
Maintain Safe, Healthy and Covid Practices
  • Following standard safety procedures to avoid work hazards
  • Ensuring cleanliness around workplace
  • Following personal hygiene practices
  • Taking precautionary health measures
Follow and Maintain Green Practices
  • Following material conservation practices
  • Ensuring effective waste management/recycling practices
  • Ensuring use of eco-friendly practices

Handling customers and guiding techniques were very helpful sessions for me.

Devraj

Naturalist - Waterwoods

The concise, informative and interactive sessions conducted by The Naturalist School had just the right amount of information

Divya Danielle Pant

Manager - KAAV

The most obvious workshop that was conducted at the right time, as it helps members of new resorts that have been authorized for safaris… and Ethics - in the newly changed post covid world.

Kishan

Asst. Chief Naturalist - Evolve Back

Great experience all together. Trainers really understand the participants well.

Shanmugakumar

Deputy Chief Naturalist - Evolve Back

I enjoyed the practical elements the best. Working in groups and having opportunities to discuss about our guests.

Anikethan

Assistant General Manager - Kabini River Lodge

I understood communication skills and guiding techniques, the role of the naturalist team building, storytelling and how to handle guests in the Safari and Nature walks.

Chandru

Naturalist - Waterwoods

In some way it brought a lot of unity with the naturalists and drivers. Taught me how to deal with guests in a better way and how to keep them happy.

Vinod Bharadwaj

Naturalist - Bison Lodge

Understanding communication and working as a team to make the guest experience better

Bheemaiah

Naturalist Kabini River Lodge

The Naturalist School team's dedication and warm hospitality made me feel right at home. From engaging learning sessions to thrilling wildlife encounters, it was an adventure I'll always cherish.

Hussain Kachwala

Wildlife Photographer, Bangalore

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