Thabazimbi: Lead Trails Guide posted by Kendrick Recruitment

Kendrick Recruitment is now seeking a highly skilled Lead Trails Guide to join a luxury safari camp in Thabazimbi. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and experienced guide to lead exceptional walking safaris and game drives, while creating memorable guest experiences in a pristine wilderness setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct guided walking safaris and game drives, ensuring safety and exceptional guest engagement at all times

• Share expert knowledge of local wildlife, ecology, and conservation with guests in an engaging and educational manner

• Deliver world-class hosting, creating unique and memorable experiences throughout the guest journey

• Maintain the highest safety standards during all guiding activities

• Assist in training and mentoring junior guides, trackers, and field staff

• Ensure vehicles, equipment, and rifles are properly maintained and in excellent working order

• Liaise with the camp management team to coordinate guest activities and ensure seamless service delivery

• Promote conservation awareness and represent the lodge ethos with professionalism and integrity

Requirements

• FGASA Lead Trails Guide qualification (or equivalent, with up-to-date credentials)

• Valid ARH and rifle proficiency certification

• First Aid Level 2 (minimum)

• DEAT/NDT registration and valid PDP drivers licence

• Minimum 35 years experience as a trails guide in a luxury lodge environment

• Strong hosting and communication skills, with the ability to interact confidently with international guests

• Passion for guiding, conservation, and delivering exceptional safari experiences

• Ability to mentor and support junior guides in their development

• Professional, well-presented, and guest-focused approach