Luxury Safari Field Guide & Ranger

HospitalityandOutdoor; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing

Meals

Uniform

Job summary

Hospitality and Outdoor in Mpumalanga luxury safari lodge seeks an experienced Field Guide / Ranger to lead guests on game drives and guided bush walks, delivering safe, educational, and unforgettable safari experiences. The role demands a confident, independent operator who upholds the lodge’s high standards of hospitality and conservation.

The ideal candidate has FGASA Level 1 (or higher), a valid PrDP, current First Aid certification, and at least three years of guiding experience in a luxury

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a qualified Guide or Ranger.
• Proven experience working in a luxury safari Lodge environment.
• FGASA qualification (Level 1 minimum, higher advantageous)
• Valid driver’s licence with PrDP and current First Aid certification
• Strong knowledge of wildlife behaviour and Conservation principles
• Excellent guest interaction and Hospitality service skills
• Ability to conduct engaging game drives and guided bush walks
• Strong communication and storytelling skills
• High level of safety awareness and responsibility
• Professional, well-presented, and reliable individual
• Ability to work independently within a remote Lodge setting

Responsibilities

• Lead guests on game drives and guided bush walks, ensuring safe, educational, and memorable experiences.
• Deliver engaging, informative wildlife interpretation and guest engagement.
• Maintain high standards of hospitality, professionalism, and lodge safety.
• Operate independently within a remote, luxury lodge setting while collaborating with a small team.

Skills

Guest interaction

Storytelling

Safety awareness

Education

FGASA Level 1

First Aid certification

PrDP Driver’s Licence

Job description

Hospitality and Outdoor in Mpumalanga luxury safari lodge seeks an experienced Field Guide / Ranger to lead guests on game drives and guided bush walks, delivering safe, educational, and unforgettable safari experiences. The role demands a confident, independent operator who upholds the lodge’s high standards of hospitality and conservation.

The ideal candidate has FGASA Level 1 (or higher), a valid PrDP, current First Aid certification, and at least three years of guiding experience in a luxury