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Field Guide World Class 5* Game Lodge KNP Big 5 Reserve.

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Field Guide.

World Class 5* Game Lodge Greater Kruger National Park.

Field guide who delivers exceptional, immersive safari experiences.

The ideal candidate is passionate about the natural world, confident in leadership, and able to combine strong guiding, storytelling, and guest hosting with operational oversight.

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in a Top World Class 5* Game lodge
  • FGASA NQF 4 is required.
  • Trails NQ4 is a requirement.
  • DEAT / NDT Registration needs to be done.
  • Valid First Aid Certificate is necessary.
  • Valid PDP License is required.
  • Excellent knowledge of Astronomy, Photography, Botany, Ethology

Core Responsibilities

Guiding & Guest Experience

  • Conduct twice-daily game drives and/or guided walks, tailored to guest interests

  • Deliver engaging, interpretive experiences focused on:
  • Big 5 and large predators
  • General game and ecosystems
  • Provide insight into endangered species such as black rhino, cheetah, and pangolin
  • Offer high-level storytelling and interpretive guiding, enhancing guest connection to nature
  • Host guests during meals and lodge activities, ensuring a luxury-level experience
  • Ensure strict adherence to guest safety and guiding standards

Operational & Team Support

  • Work closely with Lodge Management to ensure smooth daily operations
  • Assist with basic lodge and farm maintenance when required
  • Support team collaboration and uphold service standards across departments

Personal Attributes

  • Passionate about nature, conservation, and storytelling
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Reliable, responsible, and adaptable
  • Hands-on, proactive, and solutions-driven
  • Physically fit and comfortable in a remote bush environment
  • Strong team player with mentoring capability
Please Note – While all applications are valuable, we’ll reach out directly to candidates who best meet the client’s requirements.
Send up to date CV with all employment dates current.

All applications must include the following:

  • A correct, recent and updated CV, including detailed employment dates with the month and year clearly stated.
  • Written references from previous employers.
  • Contactable references with correct contact details.
  • Copies of tertiary educational qualifications and relevant certificates.
  • A recent, professional and presentable profile photograph.