Department of Tourism & SANParks Tourism Monitors Programme 2026/27 – R200 Per Day

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Tourism Monitors Programme 2026/27

The Department of Tourism, together with South African National Parks (SANParks), is inviting unemployed young South Africans to apply for the Tourism Monitors Programme 2026/27.

The 12-month programme provides practical workplace experience at participating tourism sites and is aimed at young people interested in tourism, hospitality, customer service and the environment.

Participants will receive R200 per day, with the programme indicating up to 23 working days per month. The contract duration is 12 months.

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Programme	Tourism Monitors Programme 2026/27
Department	Department of Tourism
Partner	SANParks
Duration	12 months
Stipend	R200 per day
Maximum monthly work	Up to 23 working days
Qualification	Matric / Grade 12
Age	18–35 years
Citizenship	South African
Work environment	Tourism, hospitality and national park sites
Closing Date	30 September 2026 at 23:59

Participating Locations

Opportunities are available at participating tourism and national park sites across South Africa, including:

Eastern Cape

Tsitsikamma National Park
Addo Elephant National Park
Camdeboo National Park
Mountain Zebra National Park

Gauteng

Groenkloof National Park

Free State

Golden Gate Highlands National Park

Limpopo

Mapungubwe National Park
Marakele National Park
Kruger National Park – Nxanatseni Region

Mpumalanga

Kruger National Park – Marula Region

Western Cape

Mountain Tokai
Table Mountain Silvermine
Karoo National Park
Knysna National Park
Wilderness National Park
Agulhas National Park
West Coast National Park
Bontebok National Park
Table Mountain Boulders
Table Mountain Kloofneck
Table Mountain Cape Point
Table Mountain Washhouse
Table Mountain Newlands

Northern Cape

Tankwa Karoo National Park
Augrabies National Park
Kgalagadi National Park
Mokala National Park
Richtersveld National Park
Namaqua National Park

Who Can Apply?

Applicants should meet the following requirements:

Be a South African citizen.
Be between 18 and 35 years old.
Have a Matric/Grade 12 certificate or equivalent.
Have an interest in tourism, hospitality and customer service.
Be willing to work flexible hours, including weekends and public holidays.
Be willing to work after hours when required.
Have a clear criminal record.
Have reliable transport to and from the workplace where required.
Previous participation in Department of Tourism learnership or skills programmes must be declared.
People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Applicants must also meet the relevant residence/location requirements for participating sites. The programme information states that applicants must live within 30 km of a participating site, surrounding community or land claimant area.

What Will Tourism Monitors Do?

Successful participants may perform duties aligned with the operational requirements of SANParks.

The programme provides workplace exposure in areas connected to:

Tourism
Hospitality
Customer service
Visitor support
Tourism and environmental sites
Tourism safety
General operational support

The exact duties may depend on the site where the participant is placed.

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Fitness Assessment

Shortlisted applicants may be required to complete a fitness assessment.

The assessment may include:

A 2.4 km run
25 push-ups and/or 25 sit-ups within the specified time

Successful candidates will also be required to undergo a medical fitness assessment by a registered medical practitioner.

Documents Required

Applicants should have the following documents available:

Certified copy of South African ID
Certified copy of Matric/Grade 12 certificate
Proof of residence

Examples of proof of residence include a municipal bill or a letter from a tribal authority.

Applications with missing required documents may not be considered.

Stipend and Duration

The Tourism Monitors Programme runs for 12 months.

Participants receive a daily rate of R200, with the programme stating that this is for up to 23 working days per month.

This means the maximum based on 23 working days would be R4,600 for a month, although payment depends on the approved days/units worked.

How to Apply

Applications are made through SA Youth.

Applicants should:

Register or log in to sayouth.mobi.
Search for “Tourism Monitors Programme”.
Check the available opportunity in your area.
Make sure your residential address on your SA Youth profile is correct.
Upload or provide the required information and documents.
Submit the application before the closing date.

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The programme information states that SA Youth is free and applicants do not need data to apply.

Closing Date

The closing date for the Tourism Monitors Programme 2026/27 is:

30 September 2026 at 23:59.

Applicants should apply before the deadline rather than waiting until the final day.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Matric required?

Yes. Applicants should have a Matric/Grade 12 certificate or equivalent.

How old must I be?

Applicants should be between 18 and 35 years old.

How much does the programme pay?

The advertised daily rate is R200 per day, for up to 23 working days per month.

How long is the programme?

The contract duration is 12 months.

Where are the opportunities available?

Participating sites are located across several provinces, including Eastern Cape, Gauteng, Free State, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, Western Cape and Northern Cape.

Can people with disabilities apply?

Yes. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Will there be a fitness assessment?

Shortlisted candidates may be required to complete a fitness assessment, including a 2.4 km run and 25 push-ups and/or sit-ups. Successful candidates must also undergo a medical fitness assessment.

Where do I apply?

Applications are made through SA Youth by searching for the Tourism Monitors Programme.

iYouth Application Tips

Make sure your SA Youth profile and residential address are correct.
Have your ID, Matric certificate and proof of residence ready.
Check the specific participating site before applying.
Make sure you are available for flexible hours, weekends and public holidays.
Apply before 30 September 2026 at 23:59.

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