Backup Trails Guide

Recruiter:

Wild Dreams Hospitality

Job Ref:

WDH002137/Zoe

Date posted:

Monday, June 1, 2026

Location:

Zululand, South Africa

SUMMARY:
A prestigious game reserve is looking for a BACKUP TRAILS GUIDE to join their team.

POSITION INFO:
Set within a vast Big Five wilderness in the heart of Zululand, this reserve is a pioneering conservation and rewilding project that combines luxury safari experiences with meaningful community partnerships and ecological restoration. They are seeking a passionate and knowledgeable BACKUP TRAILS GUIDE who can deliver safe, immersive bush experiences while sharing a genuine enthusiasm for wildlife, conservation, and the natural environment with guests.

Candidate Responsibilities:

Facilitate guided bush walks and game drives, ensuring guest safety while delivering informative and engaging wildlife experiences
Support the Lead Trails Guide during walking safaris
Interpret the natural environment for guests, sharing knowledge of wildlife behaviour, ecology, tracking, and conservation
Maintain safari equipment to ensure they remain in excellent working condition and comply with safety standards
Assist with duties around the lodge and reserve as needed

Core Criteria:

Minimum FGASA NQF2 qualification
Backup/Apprentice Trails qualification, with the intention of attaining Lead Trails
Rifle competency
Valid First Aid certification
Previous guiding experience in a Big Five reserve environment
Strong knowledge of bushveld ecology, wildlife behaviour, and tracking
Excellent guest interaction and interpretation skills

This is a live-in position

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