Luxury Trails Guide: Big‑5 Eco Safaris

Bushwise; Montagu; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site live-in accommodation

All meals provided

Uniform allocation

Medical aid contribution

Rotational lodge leave cycle

Job summary

Bushwise is seeking an experienced Trails Guide for its premier luxury eco-tourism destination in the Little Karoo. The successful candidate will lead interpretive safaris, track wildlife, and deliver world-class hospitality to international guests.

Requirements include FGASA Full Trails Guide, NQF2/4 Specialist Field Guide, PFTC firearm proficiency, DEAT/NDT registration, First Aid Level 1+, and 3–4 years in Big 5 or high-end reserves. A Code 8/10 license with PrDP is essential.

Qualifications

• FGASA Full Trails Guide certificate is mandatory.
• NQF2/4 Specialist Field Guide qualification required.
• PFTC Firearm Proficiency Certificate required for rifle handling.
• DEAT / NDT registration and First Aid Level 1+ are mandatory.
• 3–4 years guiding experience in Big 5 or luxury reserves with logged hours.
• Code 8 or Code 10 driver’s license with a valid PrDP.
• Clean criminal record and South African citizenship or valid work visa.
• Immaculate hosting manners and fluent English storytelling are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead safe interpretive bush walks and multi-day trails through Big 5 terrain.
• Maintain firearm safety protocols and regular cleaning schedules.
• Provide expert eco-interpretation of the Karoo biome.
• Host luxury lodge dinners and guest orientations.
• Maintain daily 4x4 vehicle checks and gear upkeep.
• Coordinate with field operations manager, trackers, and anti-poaching units.

Skills

Hosting and storytelling

Storytelling in English

Physical fitness

Wildlife spotting

Education

NQF2/4 Specialist Field Guide

FGASA Full Trails Guide certificate

PFTC Firearm Proficiency Certificate

DEAT / NDT registration and First Aid Level 1+

Tools

Code 8/Code 10 driver's license

PrDP endorsement

Job description

Bushwise is seeking an experienced Trails Guide for its premier luxury eco-tourism destination in the Little Karoo. The successful candidate will lead interpretive safaris, track wildlife, and deliver world-class hospitality to international guests.

Requirements include FGASA Full Trails Guide, NQF2/4 Specialist Field Guide, PFTC firearm proficiency, DEAT/NDT registration, First Aid Level 1+, and 3–4 years in Big 5 or high-end reserves. A Code 8/10 license with PrDP is essential.