Cape Buffalo Hunting, 5 Days in South Africa
Booking Season: 2025
Hunt Difficulty: Difficult
Designed by Hunters, for Hunters
The Plains Game Hunt will take place on a high-fenced ranch spanning more than 19000 acres, it is huge is enormous in size.
Citizens from the U.S.A., Canada or the European Union do not need a VISA to enter South Africa if staying for 90 days or less.
As members of the hunting safari disembarks at Johannesburg International Airport, the excitement of your 10-day adventure in the Cullinan region will begin. Gerhard, or a member of the team will be there to greet the hunting party, before commencing the road transfer to the hunting lodge.
The road transfer, only an an hour and a half from the bustling city of Johannesburg is nothing short of spectacular. The diversified landscapes offer a combination of rolling hills and vibrant wildflowers.
Arriving at the hunting lodge, the accommodations blend seamlessly with authentic African decor. High ceilings, rich textiles, and handcrafted furniture set the stage for an experience that celebrates the spirit of Africa. Your private tent or lodge is equipped with all the modern comforts you could desire, ensuring a restful stay in the heart of the wilderness.
Days will be filled with thrilling hunts and evenings of relaxation and fine dining. This family-friendly and magnificent hunting lodge is managed by Gerhard and Juanri (in charge of all the non-hunting expeditions) offers more than just hunting.
A personal tour guide is available to transfer observers on daily sightseeing trips and tourist activities such as hugging elephants, cuddling lion cubs, horse riding, shopping at local markets. All these activities are within an hour’s drive from the hunting area and observers will be back before sunset to celebrate the daily hunting success with the hunters over a glass of wine, or a cold beer.
Impala hunting can get rather tricky. These antelope can be a challenge approach. Known for their incredible speed and agility, Impalas are experts at detecting danger.
Kudu hunting, targeting one of Africa;s most prized trophies. These antelope are not only impressive due to their impressive horns, but also for their remarkable ability to blend into their surroundings, hence Kudu often being referred to as ” Africa’s Gray Ghost” Kudu shot placementis critical; a well-placed shot can mean the difference between a successful hunt and a long search.
When Zebra hunting, you may encounter another layer of complexity. Zebras are social animals, often found in herds, and their striped coats provide excellent camouflage against the backdrop of the African savanna. A solitary Zebra might be hard to find, and hunting a suitable stallion is going to take some planning.
Nyala hunting requires a keen eye as these antelope often stay hidden in dense thickets.
Blue Wildebeest are known for their unpredictable and comical behavior. Wildebeest hunting demands quick reflexes and sharp decision-making. The challenge lies in their herd mentality; they often move together, which can make selecting a specific animal difficult, but be patient and one will always make a mistake.
Ultimately, this hunt is a testament to the thrill and adventure that comes with pursuing these magnificent animals in their natural habitat. The Cullinan region, with its rich wildlife and breathtaking scenery, ensures that your journey is filled with both challenges and the rewarding satisfaction of the hunt.
South Africa is not regulated with regards to a specific hunting season and Plains Game Hunts can take place throughout the all year. The cooler months, which run from April to October are preferred. In summer, the temperatures are just to high. The drier months see the grasses being shorter in the veld, and the bush veld not as dense, both of which allows hunters to more easily spot their prey.
The months of November through to February are also the rainy season. Rain showers and bad weather can continue for days, literally placing a “damper” on the South African Hunt.
While the provision of a suitable hunting rifle is included on this African hunt, you may want to bring your own, being familiar and knowing trajectories etc. To import a firearm into South Africa for the purpose of hunting, you will need to complete a SAPS 520 form which you can obtain online.
International hunters bringing their own rifles will need to provide copy passports, copy airline tickets, letter of invitation from Gerhard and proof of ownership (Customs declaration form 4457 for US citizens).
South African is renowned for its exceptional African plains game hunting options, and this hunting safari will not disappoint. Additional plains game species are available on request. Have a chat to Gerhard.
If any further information is required relating to this plains game hunt in South Africa, contact the team at Game Hunting Safaris, or message Gerhard directly using the quick message icons provided.
To check availability, insert preferred dates in “Request to Book”. Gerhard will revert.
Please note that terms, conditions and price are subject to change without notice and rates at the time of the hunt will apply
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