Trails Guide

Wild Dreams Hospitality; Limpopo; On-site; ZAR 167,400 - 279,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Live-in position

Job summary

Wild Dreams Hospitality seeks an experienced Trails Guide for a live-in role in a remote Limpopo wilderness reserve. The guide will conduct bush walks, lead safaris, ensure guest safety, and provide engaging wildlife interpretation for guests.

Applicants must hold FGASA qualification, Trails Guide certification, PDP and driver’s licence, wilderness First Aid, firearm competency, and have Big 5 guiding experience. Excellent communication and fitness to work in remote bush are essential.

Qualifications

• FGASA qualification (NQF2 or NQF4) is required.
• Valid Trails Guide qualification with current backup trails.
• PDP and a valid driver’s licence.
• First Aid with wilderness component.
• Firearm competency and registration.
• Experience guiding in a Big 5 environment.
• Excellent communication and guest interaction.
• Physically fit and able to work in remote bush.

Responsibilities

• Conduct guided bush walks and walking safaris in accordance with safety protocols and reserve standards.
• Assist with game drives when required.
• Deliver informative, engaging, and safety-focused guest experiences.
• Interpret wildlife, ecology, and tracking for guests.
• Ensure guest safety at all times while on foot.
• Assist with reserve management tasks, bush clearing, and field maintenance.
• Support lodge operations and guest hosting where needed.

Skills

FGASA qualification

Trails Guide qualification

PDP & driver’s licence

First Aid (wilderness)

Firearm competency

Big 5 guiding experience

Strong communication

Physical fitness

Job description

Set within a remote Big 5 wilderness area in Limpopo, the reserve offers an authentic safari experience with expansive landscapes and a strong focus on conservation. It operates in a true bush environment where close encounters, walking safaris, and immersive nature experiences are central to the guest journey.

Core Criteria

• FGASA qualification (NQF2 or NQF4)
• Valid Trails Guide qualification with current backup trails (lead trails advantageous)
• Valid PDP and driver’s licence
• Valid First Aid with wilderness component
• Relevant firearm competency and registration
• Experience guiding in a Big 5 environment
• Strong communication skills and professional guest interaction
• Physically fit and comfortable working in a remote bush environment

Candidate Responsibilities

• Conduct guided bush walks and walking safaris in accordance with safety protocols and reserve standards
• Assist with game drives when required
• Deliver informative, engaging, and safety-focused guest experiences
• Interpret wildlife, ecology, and tracking for guests
• Ensure guest safety at all times while on foot
• Assist with reserve management tasks, bush clearing, and field maintenance
• Support lodge operations and guest hosting where needed

This is a live-in position.