Adventure Guide School
Don’t miss out on our Adventure guide course!
Launching for the second time from Tromsø, we have put together a unique course specifically for those who want to become a professional tour guide in Northern Norway.
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- 10% discount for students. Student ID must be presented.
- We need a minimum of 10 course participants to run the course.
- The course schedule includes both day time and evening/night classes. The schedule will sent out via email.
- The course will take place inddors and outside, so bring warm clothing!
9900 NOK per person
5 days + evaluation
20 – 27.05.2024
Up to 20 people
Who?
The course content is delivered by locals from Tromsø who are specilists in their fields, including experienced guides, scientists, and professional photographers.
How?
With limited number of participants, learning will be interactive and personal. The first 3 days are held indoors and incude presentations, handouts and practical excersises. The final 2 sessions are held under the Arctic sky and are focused on the practical aspects of Northern Lights Guiding. The course takes place in English.
Where?
The theoretical part of the course takes place near Tromsø city centre in a spacious setting. The practical part of the course will take place under the night sky. Live guided tour (transport included).
When?
The course will run twice this year from 08 – 12 September & 3rd- 7th November 2025. Evaluation and delivery of the assignments are on the last day of each course.
WHAT? Once you have completed the course, you will be given a diploma for course completion.
What?
Once you have completed the course, you will be given a diploma for course completion.
- It is recommended to bring a laptop to class in order to take notes and participate in online activities.
- You will need your own camera to participate in the Night Photography Module of the course.
- You must have 80% attendance and pass a practical and theoretical exam in order to receive the course completion diploma.
About this Course
The Adventure Guide Course covers universal adventure
guide subjects essential for any adventure tour guide in
the Arctic, from husky mushers to aurora chasers, or
mountain skiers to city walkers.
The course follows the principals of the Adventure Travel Guide Standard (ATGS) compiled by the Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA) and includes the following modules:
Sustainability on Tour
Module 1
Sustainability on Tour
Module 2
Safety & Risk Analysis
Module 3
Group Management – Personas
Module 4
Hospitality + customer experience
Module 5
Culture & History + Story Telling
Evaluation
Assignments + Theoretical Evaluation
What we can offer you
Teachers
Taught by industry professionals
Certification
Get First-Aid certified
Resources
Resources provided for long learning
Small groups
Maximum group size of 20 participants
Adventure Guide Course
We have put together a unique course specifically for those who want to become a professional tour guide in Northern Norway.
Northern Lights Guide Course
If you are passionate about the Aurora Borealis and dream of becoming a Northern Lights guide, then this course is for you!