ZMO 19557 - Senior Trails Guide (Sabi Sands, MP)

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Date posted:

Friday, September 18, 2026

Location:

Sabi Sands, South Africa

Salary:

R 11 000 – R16 000 depending on experience and qualifications

SUMMARY:
Senior Trails Guide (Sabi Sands, MP)

POSITION INFO:

Employer Description

5-Star Luxury Safari Lodge

Job Description

A luxury safari lodge in a renowned Big 5 reserve is seeking a professional Senior Trails Guide to join their guiding team. This is a permanent, live‑in role offering the opportunity to deliver exceptional guest experiences through game drives and armed walking trails, while mentoring junior guides and trackers.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead game drives and armed walking trails, ensuring guest safety and enjoyment
Interpret wildlife behaviour, tracking sign and ecological themes for guests
Host guests during meals and lodge downtime, ensuring needs are met
Uphold safety protocols and manage dangerous game encounters
Maintain rifles, vehicles, and guiding equipment to the highest standard
Mentor junior guides and trackers, supporting team development
Deputise for the Head Guide when required
Contribute to reserve management and lodge operations when not guiding

Qualifications

Minimum 3–5 years’ professional guiding experience, with proven walking-trails experience in Big 5 terrain.
Proven walking trails experience in Big 5 terrain
Full FGASA Professional Field Guide (NQF4)
Full FGASA Trails Guide (VPDA) qualification with current Advanced Rifle Handling (ARH) – Apprentice Trails Guide status will not be considered
Registered Tourist Guide with the relevant Provincial Registrar under the Tourism Act, holding a valid badge and guide ID
Valid First Aid certification (Level 2 or equivalent wilderness first aid)
Valid driver’s license with a current Professional Driving Permit (PrDP)

Skills

Confident, calm, and decisive under pressure
Strong leadership presence with mentoring ability
Excellent command of English; additional languages advantageous
Warm, outgoing personality with a passion for guest engagement
Professional presentation and attention to detail
Team player with adaptability and problem‑solving ability

Salary/Package

R 11 000 – R16 000 depending on experience and qualifications

Benefits

Live in accommodation – bachelor with own room, bathroom and kitchen unit
Meals on duty
4 weeks in/2 weeks off leave cycle

ZMO 19557 - Senior Trails Guide (Sabi Sands, MP)

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