Outdoor Adventure Instructor | Wilderness Escape Outdoor Adventures

At the start of 2025, I joined the team at Wilderness Escape Outdoor Adventures, an incredible way to kick off my career as an Outdoor Adventure Instructor. Prior to joining the Wilderness team, I completed a Diploma of Outdoor Leadership at TAFE SA, which gave me both the technical know-how and the confidence to dive into this industry head-first.

What I love about this job is that no two days are the same. One day I might be kayaking through the Coorong and the next, leading a bushwalk in the Flinders Ranges, or running a rock-climbing session. I get to work with a variety of people from school groups to international tourists – which keeps things fresh and exciting.

The variety is amazing, but it’s the people that really make this role special. The Wilderness team is incredibly welcoming and supportive. There’s a genuine sense of camaraderie and shared passion for the outdoors, which helps make every day enjoyable.

This role has also allowed me to continue growing my skills and gain additional qualifications in the outdoors, all while working – helping me build a long-term career.

Being outdoors, doing hands-on work and helping others connect with nature, it doesn’t get much better than that!

If you’re considering a career in Outdoor Education or Adventure Tourism, my advice is simple: just get involved. You don’t have to know everything to get started. Say yes to opportunities, keep learning and enjoy the ride – it’s truly one of the most rewarding industries.