Field Guide

Field Guide

• Luxury Safari Lodge
• Sabi Sand Role Overview: An exceptional opportunity for a qualified and experienced Field Guide to join a world-class luxury safari environment in the Sabi Sand. This role is ideal for a passionate guide who is committed to delivering outstanding guest experiences, immersive Big 5 guiding, and contributing to a conservation-driven luxury safari operation.

Key Responsibilities

Guiding & Guest Experience

• Deliver world-class game drives and interpretive safari experiences
• Host guests professionally and confidently in the field
• Ensure exceptional wildlife encounters and memorable safari moments
• Maintain strict guest safety standards during all activities Guest Engagement & Experience Enhancement
• Create engaging and educational bush interpretation experiences
• Contribute to guest storytelling and immersive safari delivery
• Assist with photographic and content contributions where required
• Deliver high-quality, memorable guest interactions at all times Conservation & Sustainability
• Actively participate in conservation and sustainability initiatives
• Promote responsible tourism and environmental awareness
• Support the reserve’s ecological and conservation objectives
• Uphold ethical guiding and wildlife interaction practices Administration & Operational Duties
• Complete guiding administration and reporting as required
• Maintain accurate records of guiding activities and sightings
• Ensure compliance with reserve operational procedures
• Support lodge operations when required Requirements:
• Minimum FGASA Level 2 (NQF 4) essential
• Full Trails Guide qualification required
• Tracker Level 2 advantageous
• Valid ARH and PDP licence
• DEAT registered
• Valid First Aid Certificate
• Minimum 5+ years’ experience in Big 5 / dangerous game environment
• Experience within 5-star luxury lodge environment essential
• Strong communication and guest hosting skills (verbal & written) Personal Attributes:
• Passionate about wildlife, conservation, and guest experience
• Confident, calm, and professional in the field
• Strong observational and storytelling ability
• High integrity with a disciplined approach
• Guest-focused with natural hosting ability
• Team player with a strong work ethic
• Safety-conscious and adaptable in wilderness environments