Rockhampton

Tour Guide

A Tour Guide takes groups of visitors on trips to tourist attractions or special places of interest. You might work for a tour guide company or run your own specialised tours. Tour Guides might host tours of towns and cities or concentrate on a particular venue or attraction. You’ll provide information on the area and answer any questions from your guests.

Tour Guides should be knowledgeable about the area they’re visiting and be able to communicate well with clients. Customer service skills are essential and you should have strong problem solving abilities. Tour Guides should be able to liaise with people from a range of backgrounds. You’ll need to be organised and be able to manage your time well.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $62,400
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a tour guide?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
SIT50122

Diploma of Travel and Tourism Management

Blended
12 - 24 months
$0 - $14,400
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
SIT40122

Certificate IV in Travel and Tourism

Blended, Traineeship
6 - 24 months
$0 - $10,050
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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