Trails Guide

Trails Guide / Safari Guide

Job Summary

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Trails Guide / Safari Guide to join our team and deliver exceptional guest experiences.

The ideal candidate will have strong bush knowledge, excellent guiding skills, and a commitment to safety, conservation, and guest satisfaction. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic outdoor environment and enjoys sharing the beauty of nature with guests.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct safari-related activities, including game drives, bush walks, and guest activities.

• Conduct morning drives, afternoon drives, night drives, family drives, and bush walks.

• Lead safe, educational, and memorable bush walks.

• Host guests and ensure a warm, professional, and engaging guest experience.

• Participate in the Junior Conservationists programme.

• Continue developing guiding knowledge and work towards further qualifications.

• Assist with conservation and reserve-related activities when required.

• Support the lodge and reserve teams with reasonable duties from time to time.

• Treat fellow colleagues with respect and professionalism.

• Look after guiding equipment and ensure it is maintained properly.

• Ensure safari vehicles and equipment are always clean, neat, safe, and presentable.

• Follow all lodge, reserve, and safety protocols during guiding activities.

• Promote conservation awareness and responsible wildlife practices.

Skills and Competencies

• Minimum FGASA Level 1, NQF 2.

• Full Trails qualification preferred.

• Back-up Trails Guide working towards Full Trails Guide may be considered.

• Valid Wilderness First Aid certificate.

• Valid Professional Driving Permit, also known as PrDP.

• Valid Advanced Rifle Handling qualification.

• SAPS business competency for rifle use.

• Strong organisational skills.

• Mature, responsible, and professional nature.

• Big 5 guiding experience will be preferred.

• Strong guest interaction and communication skills.

• Safety-conscious and calm under pressure.

• Passionate about wildlife, conservation, and hospitality.