Hemanth kumar J

Naturalist & Resort Operations Professional with 5+ years of experience in wildlife tourism, guest relations, and eco-resort management across India. Skilled in team leadership, guest hospitality, and nature interpretation, with additional expertise in mountaineering and filmmaking. Proven ability in managing resort operations, including guest services, F&B coordination, staff training, and sustainable practices, delivering exceptional hospitality integrated with wildlife conservation.

Naturalist - Multiple Luxury Properties - Central Indian National Parks, Bandhavgarh National Park, Pench National Park, BRT National Park

(2021-01 - 2026-12)

04+ years in Central Indian National Parks (Seasonal Naturalist at Luxury Properties) and 01.3 years in National Park of South Indian. Naturalist Training at Kabini & Bannerghatta Jungle Lodges & Resorts.

• Guided safaris & Nature wake
• Guest Relation
• Guest hosting
• F&B coordination
• Support in Operations
• Booking software: RMS

Freelancer - Hejje Explorations

Wildlife Tour Company - Boutique Travel Service

Field Assistant - SACON, WII

(2023-01 - 2027-12)

Pelican count, habitat assessment & water sample

Freelance trek leader & coordinator - Bangalore Mountaineering Club & National Adventure Foundation - Bangalore

(2020-01 - 2021-12)

• Managing groups of 7+ trekkers
• Ensuring safety, logistics, and coordination

Diploma - Mechanical Engineering - JSS Science and Technology University (2017-01 - 2019-12)

Diploma - Computer Application and Interactive Web Designing - Karnataka State Electronics Development Corporation Pvt Ltd. (2016-01 - 2017-12)

Certificate - Basic Mountaineering Course - National Institute of Mountaineering and Allied Sports (2021-04 - 2021-04)