Luxury Safari Guide: Guest Experience & Wildlife Expert

Bright Placements; Modimolle; On-site; ZAR 201,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

Bright Placements is seeking a passionate Safari Guide to join our team in delivering exceptional guest experiences. The ideal candidate will possess deep bush knowledge, superb guiding skills, and a commitment to safety, conservation, and guest satisfaction.

You will conduct game drives and bush walks, interpret wildlife and ecosystems, maintain vehicles and equipment, and support lodge operations with hospitality tasks.

Qualifications

• FGASA Level 1 or higher (Field Guide Association of Southern Africa)
• Valid PDP (Professional Driving Permit)
• First Aid Certification (Level 1 or higher)
• Valid South African driver's license

Responsibilities

• Conduct game drives and bush walks in a safe, engaging, and professional manner
• Interpret wildlife behaviour, ecology, and conservation practices
• Provide a luxury guest experience, including storytelling and personalized interaction
• Maintain safari vehicles in clean and operational condition
• Assist with guest hosting, meals, and special experiences when required

Skills

Guest experience

Wildlife knowledge

Safety & compliance

Vehicle maintenance

Hospitality support

Education

FGASA Level 1+

PDP

First Aid Level 1+

SA driver's license

Tools

Radios

Rifles where applicable

First aid kits

Job description

Bright Placements is seeking a passionate Safari Guide to join our team in delivering exceptional guest experiences. The ideal candidate will possess deep bush knowledge, superb guiding skills, and a commitment to safety, conservation, and guest satisfaction.

You will conduct game drives and bush walks, interpret wildlife and ecosystems, maintain vehicles and equipment, and support lodge operations with hospitality tasks.