Trails Guide / Guide Couple

A high-end luxury safari lodge is seeking an experienced TRAILS GUIDE / GUIDE COUPLE to join their team.

This intimate luxury operation based in Zululand offers guests an immersive wilderness experience combined with warm hospitality, exceptional guiding, and personalised service standards. The ideal couple will be hands-on, mature, adaptable, and comfortable working within a remote Big 5 reserve environment.

Candidate Responsibilities:

• Conduct interpretive game drives and advanced Big 5 walking safaris
• Lead trails experiences in accordance with reserve safety protocols and firearm procedures
• Deliver engaging, conservation-focused guest experiences with strong ecological knowledge
• Ensure guest safety and maintain high guiding and hosting standards at all times
• Assist with vehicle, equipment, and guiding logistics maintenance
• Support lodge operations and guest hosting where required
• Occasionally assist with guiding responsibilities at other lodges or camps within the reserve when operationally needed

Core Criteria:

• FGASA Full Trails Guide qualification (essential)
• Valid PDP, rifle competency, and up-to-date First Aid certification
• Previous experience guiding within a Big 5 reserve environment
• Strong hosting ability and guest engagement skills
• Calm, professional, and safety-conscious approach
• Passion for conservation, wildlife, and environmental education
• Stable career history with contactable references
• Comfortable living and working in a remote, unfenced Big 5 environment

This is a live-in position.