National Standards for Adventure Tourism
Introduction
Adventure tourism is a unique type of tourism that combines challenges, exploration, and experiences. It is not only a journey to conquer nature but also an opportunity to affirm personal value through challenges requiring perseverance and courage. With its rapid global development, adventure tourism is increasingly establishing its significant position within the tourism industry, delivering exceptional value to participants and local communities alike.
In Vietnam, adventure tourism has seen significant growth since the 1990s, particularly after the success of the Raid Gauloises 2002 race in the northern mountainous provinces. However, it wasn’t until 2009, when Son Doong Cave was discovered, and 2014, when the Son Doong Exploration Tour was piloted, that Vietnam’s adventure tourism truly garnered widespread attention. With its high safety standards and professional organization, the Son Doong Tour has become a symbol of Vietnamese adventure tourism. Since then, adventure tourism has emerged as a promising field, leveraging the country’s extraordinary natural advantages and contributing to elevating Vietnam’s tourism position globally.
While adventure tourism offers captivating and unforgettable experiences, it also carries inherent risks if not managed and organized properly. This is why national and international standards are developed to ensure such activities are conducted safely, delivering memorable experiences while minimizing risks.
The Course on National Standards for Adventure Tourism is based on standards TCVN 12592:2018 (ISO 21101:2014), TCVN 12593:2018 (ISO/TR 21102:2013), and TCVN 12594:2018 (ISO 21103:2014). These standards serve as guiding principles, offering comprehensive instructions from planning and risk management to communication and ensuring the professional competency of those organizing adventure tourism activities in Vietnam.
Effective application of these standards not only enhances service quality but also ensures absolute peace of mind for travelers. Simultaneously, this is a way for businesses and organizations in the adventure tourism sector to build trust and a professional image among visitors.
Course Objectives
This course is designed to provide participants with essential knowledge and skills to meet national safety and quality standards in Vietnam’s adventure tourism sector. Through the program, participants will gain a solid foundation and practical applications to enhance operational efficiency in the industry.
Specific course objectives include:
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of the context and development trends of the adventure tourism industry in Vietnam: The course provides a detailed overview of the industry’s growth, challenges, and opportunities within the domestic adventure tourism sector.
- Acquire in-depth knowledge of the importance of safety management systems: Participants gain expertise in designing, managing, and implementing a safety management system in compliance with national standards, ensuring effective application in practice.
- Understand and adhere to the competency requirements for adventure tour guides: The course equips participants with essential knowledge, skills, and attributes required for adventure tour guides to maintain professionalism and ensure safety during operations.
- Comprehend the critical requirements for delivering information to tour participants: Participants receive structured guidance on effectively and transparently communicating necessary information to ensure thorough preparation for tourists.
These objectives aim to enhance participants’ professional capabilities, ensuring better compliance with safety and quality standards in the adventure tourism industry.
Who Should Join This Course?
The National Standards Course on Adventure Tourism is specifically designed for:
- Adventure Tour Operators: If you aim to build professional journeys that fully meet safety management and service quality standards, this course will provide the tools and knowledge needed. It is also an opportunity to optimize operations, ensuring safe and memorable experiences for customers.
- Adventure Tourism Guides: Tour-guides will gain significant value from this course by improving their professional competencies to meet national safety standards. Developing organizational and coordination skills for activities systematically and professionally is also a key focus.
- Adventure Tour Planners: Tour planners will be equipped with knowledge to design safe, creative journeys tailored to different customer groups. The course helps them understand aspects related to safety, participant information, and the specific requirements of this type of tourism, thereby improving service quality and customer satisfaction.
- Managers and Business Owner in Adventure Tourism: This course offers opportunities to update and apply the latest safety management regulations into operational systems. It is a stepping stone to standardize processes, train staff, and build long-term credibility in the industry. By meeting national standards, businesses can differentiate themselves, ensuring sustainable development and expanding further in this promising market.
Contents
In this 2-day, 1-night course, participants will explore the Vietnam National Standards for Adventure Tourism, coupled with practical applications at Oxalis Adventure, and engage in building safety management processes, developing guide teams, and effectively communicating safety information to adventure tour participants.
Part 1: Safety Management System in Adventure Tourism
This section provides a comprehensive overview of the safety management system in adventure tourism, from determining the scope of application and reference documents to leadership, planning, and execution standards. The goal is to help adventure tourism organizations understand how to organize and implement safety measures while evaluating and improving safety management systems to protect participants. Real-world examples and applications of this system at Oxalis Adventure Tours will be shared, along with hands-on exercises.
Part 2: Adventure Tourism – Leaders – Personnel competence
This section focuses on the requirements for guides in adventure tourism, including necessary certifications and professional skills. Participants will learn about guide levels, safety training courses, and certificates as per national regulations.
Real-world examples from Oxalis Adventure Tours will be shared, showcasing specialized training programs that highlight the preparation and competencies required of guides in adventure tourism environments.
Part 3: Adventure Tourism – Information to Participants
This section helps participants understand how to communicate with customers throughout their adventure tourism experience. The course will cover providing pre-tour, on-tour, and post-tour information, including requirements, safety guidelines, and essential instructions.
Participants will learn how to create effective communication processes, ensuring tourists clearly understand safety requirements for a safe and smooth adventure tourism experience.
Part 4: Blue 4-hour Trekking & Caving
The 4-hour Blue Trekking and Caving is a fantastic opportunity for participants of the course to understand the operations of a safe and professional adventure tour. The program combines forest trekking, stream crossing, and cave exploration activities to simulate real-life scenarios.
Starting from the Blue Diamond Retreat, participants will experience a journey through rubber plantations, dense forests, and majestic limestone mountains. The highlight of the tour is the natural cave hidden within the mountains, stretching 80 meters, where natural light blends with the clear stream to create a unique landscape.
The tour not only helps participants understand organizational and safety management processes but also provides a hands-on experience of the preparation and dedication of a professional guide team.
Note: To ensure a complete and enjoyable experience, please bring personal items such as long-sleeved clothing suitable for trekking, hiking boots, sunglasses, a hat, and sunscreen for summer. Don’t forget to bring a camera or phone to capture memorable moments and a small backpack to carry your belongings.
We have prepared helmets, specialized flashlights, waterproof drums for phones & small cameras, gloves, drinking water, snacks, and a basic first-aid kit. Our tour guides are there ready to ensure your safety and assist you throughout your journey.
General information
- Upcoming Courses Schedule
updating - Duration: 2 days, 1 night
- Location: Blue Diamond Retreat
- Type of learning: In-person
- Course Fee:
- Inclusion:
+ 2D1N National Adventure Tourism Standards Course
+ Overnight camping at Blue Diamond Retreat
+ 4 hour trekking experience at Blue Diamond Retreat
+ Meals: 2 lunchs, 1 dinner & 1 breakfast; tea breaks and drinks during the course
+ VAT included
Course Facilitator
Ms. Lê Thị Hải Yến
Training Director
Mr. Lê Thanh Vương
Guide Manager
FAQs – National Standards for Adventure Tourism
The course is held for one night and one day at Blue Diamond Retreat, a Net Zero accommodation in Phong Nha commune, Quang Tri Province.
Combining learning and experiential travel is a great choice. OEC, with experience in organizing Net Zero journey learning, can combine the course with interesting activities in Phong Nha, Quang Tri, allowing you to both learn and experience Net Zero tourism in real life.
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The course is confirmed with at least 5 students. If you need to organize a private course, please contact us for more information.
We recommend a class size of less than 20 students.
OEC applies methods such as brainstorming, group discussions, storytelling and case studies, etc.., to encourage proactive learning, practice, and immediate practical application during the course’s time. In addition, we bring experiences from the context and actual activities right to the Blue Diamond Retreat so that learners can experience and deeply understand the issues they have learned.
OEC is ready to design specialized training programs tailored to your business needs. We also encourage integrating the training into workshops or trips in Quang Tri to enhance learning effectiveness and provide hands-on experience in applying national adventure tourism standards.
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