About African Safari Group
African Safari Group (ASG) is a leading luxury safari and travel company specializing in tailor-made journeys across Africa. We are passionate about creating exceptional, once-in-a-lifetime travel experiences and are recognized for our outstanding service, extensive destination knowledge, and strong supplier relationships across the continent.
Role Overview
As an Independent Luxury Safari Travel Consultant, you will leverage your existing client network and industry expertise to design and sell bespoke African travel experiences. This role is ideal for experienced consultants who have built their own client base and are looking for the support, buying power, operational infrastructure, and supplier relationships of an established safari specialist.
You will be responsible for managing your client relationships from initial enquiry through to travel completion, while utilizing ASG's preferred supplier network, systems, and support structure to deliver seamless luxury travel experiences.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and grow your existing portfolio of clients while cultivating new business opportunities
Design and sell tailor-made luxury safari and travel itineraries across Africa
Consult directly with clients to understand their travel preferences, requirements, and expectations
Utilize ASG's supplier network, negotiated rates, and destination expertise to create exceptional travel experiences
Liaise with lodges, camps, hotels, and industry partners to coordinate seamless travel arrangements
Deliver outstanding customer service throughout the entire client journey
Maintain strong client relationships to encourage repeat business and referrals
Stay informed on destination updates, industry trends, new products, and travel regulations
Represent the ASG brand professionally while operating with a high degree of autonomy and entrepreneurial drive
Requirements & Experience
Proven experience as a luxury travel consultant, preferably specializing in Southern and/or East Africa
Extensive knowledge of African safari destinations, lodges, camps, and luxury travel experiences
An established client base and a proven track record of generating repeat business and referrals
Demonstrated success in selling high-value, tailor-made travel experiences directly to clients
Strong relationship-building skills with the ability to cultivate long-term client loyalty
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple bookings simultaneously
Self-motivated and capable of working independently while leveraging the support and resources of a collaborative team
Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for growing your personal portfolio of clients
Genuine enthusiasm for African travel, wildlife, conservation, and delivering exceptional guest experiences
Comfortable managing the full client journey from initial consultation through to post-travel follow-up
Supplier Contracts and Commission structures
CRM - CMS, Quotes, Itinerary Builder, Email systems
VOIP System
VOIP Phone call costs
Business Gmail email system
Document management systems
Standard Banking charges
Supplier payment systems
Financial and accounting systems
Training on suppliers and systems .
R250 per 5 star review