Trails Guide at African Echoes Recruitment

• A luxury Big 5 game lodge in the Pilanesberg is seeking an experienced and passionate Trails Guide to join their guiding team.
• The successful candidate must be confident in the bush, knowledgeable about wildlife and conservation, and able to deliver safe, informative and memorable walking safari experiences for guests.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Previous experience as a Trails Guide within a luxury safari or game lodge environment
• Relevant FGASA Trails Guide qualification
• Strong knowledge of wildlife, animal behaviour, ecology and conservation
• Valid First Aid qualification
• Valid Driver’s Licence and PDP
• Excellent guest relations and communication skills
• Confident in conducting guided walking safaris
• Strong understanding of bush safety and risk management
• Professional, responsible and well presented
• Passionate about guiding and delivering exceptional guest experiences
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct guided walking safaris and trails for lodge guests
• Ensure guest safety during all walking activities
• Provide informative interpretation of wildlife, animal behaviour and the natural environment
• Share knowledge of the bush, conservation and ecology
• Conduct pre-walk safety briefings and assess conditions before activities
• Maintain guiding equipment and ensure it is in good condition
• Assist with game drives and other guest activities when required
• Maintain professional guest relationships and deliver excellent service
• Work closely with the guiding team and lodge management

PACKAGE:

• Salary: R14,500 per month
• Live-in accommodation
• Meals provided
• LOCATION: Pilanesberg – North West

REQUIREMENTS:

• Previous experience as a Trails Guide within a luxury safari or game lodge environment
• Relevant FGASA Trails Guide qualification
• Strong knowledge of wildlife, animal behaviour, ecology and conservation
• Valid First Aid qualification
• Valid Driver’s Licence and PDP
• Excellent guest relations and communication skills
• Confident in conducting guided walking safaris
• Strong understanding of bush safety and risk management
• Professional, responsible and well presented
• Passionate about guiding and delivering exceptional guest experiences
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct guided walking safaris and trails for lodge guests
• Ensure guest safety during all walking activities
• Provide informative interpretation of wildlife, animal behaviour and the natural environment
• Share knowledge of the bush, conservation and ecology
• Conduct pre-walk safety briefings and assess conditions before activities
• Maintain guiding equipment and ensure it is in good condition
• Assist with game drives and other guest activities when required
• Maintain professional guest relationships and deliver excellent service
• Work closely with the guiding team and lodge management

PACKAGE:

• Salary: R14,500 per month
• Live-in accommodation
• Meals provided

Closing Date: 31 Dec 2026