Lead Big Five game drives with solid guest relations, wildlife knowledge, and safety awareness across every safari experience.

This Head Safari Guide position combines confident hosting with guiding team leadership and mentorship. You will share knowledge of wildlife, conservation, and the reserve's natural environment. The position requires coordination, technical awareness, and effective communication with lodge management and other departments.

Key Responsibilities:

- Conduct informative, engaging, and safe Big Five game drives
- Tailor safari experiences to guest interests and reserve procedures
- Lead, support, and mentor the guiding team
- Coordinate guiding activities and maintain service standards
- Oversee vehicle readiness, equipment checks, and maintenance reporting

Requirements:

- FGASA Level 2 (NQF 4) qualification
- Valid First Aid qualification, driver's licence, and PDP
- DEAT and NDT registration with Advanced Rifle Handling
- At least five years' guiding experience on a Big Five reserve
- Proven leadership, mentorship, guest relations, and communication skills

Bring experienced safari leadership, technical awareness, and confident hosting to every guest encounter and guiding operation.

📌 Head Safari Guide Big Five Reserve (Ladysmith)
🏢 Phoenix Recruitment
📍 Ladysmith