Courses for everyone

Online Nature Training Course

A basic-level Online Course designed for rural youth in India’s Western Ghats who are interested in nature and in exploring a career as a Nature Guide

  • 50 days of online training

  • 7 various topics

  • course covers Natural History with a special focus on the Western Ghats region and Basic Guiding skills

  • assignments to practice in your surroundings

  • successful completion of the course results in acknowledgment and certification provided by NCF

  • 2024 applications are now closed, let us know if you would like to hear about other courses like this

Professional Safari Guide Course

5 weeks (01st Aug to 05th Sep 2025) of intensive professional training to qualify as a high-end hospitality nature guide. The course includes:

  • specialist training from industry experts

  • first aid qualification (CPR)

  • residence at Kanha National Park

  • natural history expertise

  • hosting and storytelling training

  • course certification

  • scholarships available for this course

    2025 Course applications open!

Nature Trail Guide Course

A 2-week course led by industry professionals

  • develop your natural history skill and knowledge

  • guiding skills required while walking or hiking

  • learn to connect with people and our planet

Nature Guides Academy is actively curating and organising new courses throughout the year - if you would like to stay up to date with our programs and opportunities, please let us know and we will be in touch!