Elephant Hunt in Zimbabwe 60lb plus in Matetsi (ECA 

This is an incredible opportunity to hunt a sixty pound plus Elephant in Matetsi (ECA)  area, Zimbabwe, an area with a history of  producing big “Tuskers”

Hunt your dream Elephant in more than 200 000 acres of unfenced African wilderness within the KAZA TFCA region.

13 x Nights and 12 full days of Elephant Hunting for only US$ 44 000.

1 x Hunter 1 x Dangerous Game Professional Hunter

Observers welcome at US$ 250 per night

Elephant Hunting Safari Includes:

1 x Elephant Trophy Fee (50 – 90lbs)

• Accommodation, Meals, Snacks, Beverages (Incl. Alcoholic)
• Daily Laundry & House Keeping
• Transport on Territory
• Gun Import Permits
• Transfers to and from Victoria Falls Airport
• National Park Scouts (US$ 50 per day)
• Government Levies @ 4% of trophy fees
• Government Levies/Taxes @ 2% on daily Rates
• Field Preparation of Trophies

A Zimbabwe Hunting Safari with Purpose

This hunting safari is more than an extraordinary experience, it’s a chance to make a difference. A portion of income from your Elephant hunt supports the ASA Foundation (Adopt Schools is Africa), funding education and development of local communities, contributing to a brighter future in Zimbabwe.

Exclusions in Elephant Hunt

• Dip & Pack of Trophies
• International Shipping & Taxidermy
• Gratuities to staff (at the hunter’s discretion)
• Rifle rental @ US$ 30 per day and US$ 10 per round
• CITES Permit @ US$ 300
• Visa payable on entry into Zimbabwe @ US$ 20
• Additional animals not included in the package.

Life is short, Book the Hunt!!

The Hunting Area in Zimbabwe, Matetsi (ECA)

The Matetsi ECA area in Zimbabwe is one of the largest game hunting complexes and covers an area of more than 50 000 acres, 250 square miles.The Matetsi Extended Conservation Area (ECA) is was formed by merging several game ranches that were open and unfenced to each other, creating a larger safari hunting area beyond the boundaries of the original Matetsi Units.  

The Matetsi was named after the Matetsi River (named for the blue-green algae found on the rocks) which flows through the southern hunting area. Concessions in this area are famous for Big Five hunts and are also well known for the large populations of Sable.

The Flora is characterized by diverse trees like the Albida which provides food for plains game animals such as Giraffe, Kudu, Impala, Zebra, and other herbivores. Topography is 60% plains and 20% rolling hills.

Traveling to the Matetsi for the Elephant Hunt

The nearest airport to the hunting lodge, named the River Range Camp is the Victoria Falls International Airport. When booking this Elephant hunt, it is well worth adding a day or two before or after the hunting safari to visit the iconic Victoria Falls, one of the seven natural wonders of the world.

Victoria Falls International can be reached by flying directly to OR Tambo International Airport in South Africa. Airlink is a preferred airline, affordable and on time and the flight takes roughly two hours. This African regional flight (return) will cost between US$ 280 and US$ 450 depending on the season. Road transfers from the airport to the River Range camp will take approximately thirty minutes.

When is the best season to Hunt Elephant in Zimbabwe?

While there is not a specific Elephant hunting season and safaris can be conducted all year round, the cooler and drier months from early April to late October are preferred.

In the warmer months, insect activity increases, such as pepper ticks which can make the consequences of walking through the brush unpleasant.

But, with that been said, when it comes to hunting Elephant in Zimbabwe, there is no “bad” time to go. The Matetsi (ECA) area just has so many Elephants. This is one of the last few remaining areas in Africa where truly big “Tuskers”  can be hunted.

Is Matetsi a Malaria area? Yes, these hunting concessions are Malaria areas, and the hunter needs to take anti-malarial medication before commencement of the Elephant hunt. Your local physician can be consulted in this regard.

The River Range Elephant Hunting Camp in Zimbabwe

The classic safari camp has all the necessary amenities while retaining its rustic charm as a safari hunting camp. Independent brick lodges each have ensuite bathrooms, safes, outdoor showers, electricity and a fridge. The lodge, with central dining and entertainment areas has mobile network coverage and internet. 

At River Range, you will bask in the glow of the endless stars around the bonfire and listen to the roars of Lions at daybreak.

We reserve the right to change any terms, conditions and prices without notice. Rates at the time of the hunt will apply.

A typical Day Elephant Hunting in Matetsi (ECA)

Your day will start with your professional hunter waking you just before sunrise and thereafter enjoying a light breakfast discussing the days strategy. You will then head out to waterholes and find a good track, measured by the diameter. The hunting scouts will also be familiar with bull Elephants traversing the hunting concession. The hunt will then commence on foot.

Depending on the PH’s agenda and strategy, you will either go back to camp for a light brunch, or take a light meal in the field, thereafter you will take up the tracks again.

At sunset, you will head back to the hunting lodge for dinner and a few well-deserved cold beverages.

But, when Elephant hunting in Zimbabwe, when on fresh tracks of a big trophy tusker, not everything goes according to plan.

Elephant Shot Placement

Africa’s largest land mammal will be sure to provide a world class dangerous game hunting safari. Shots will most likely be taken at close range and in thick brush, at distances of between fifteen and fifty feet.

Rule number one on an Elephant hunt is to use the largest calibre rifle that you can be shoot accurately and comfortably. The bullet needs to be capable of penetrating thick, strong and dense bone. A poor shot, in an instant can lead to multiple fatalities. Up close and personal, penetrating a large herd and identifying your trophy bull is what Elephant hunting is all about.

At since close range, your professional hunter will recommend the frontal brain shot, or the brain shot from the side. Elephant shot placement is all about adjusting the target area when taking into account the angle between the hunter and the Elephant with the goal of penetrating the brain which sits deep in the back of the scull. A successful first shot will see the Elephants hind quarters immediately collapsing. A second and third follow up shot will be taken immediately after the first.

Additional Plains Game Hunting Opportunities

Depending on how many days are available following your Elephant hunt, additional plains game species are available as per the below additional trophy costs: A few of the favourites in Matetsi are:

• Sable US$ 5900
• Livingston Eland US$ 2400
• Waterbuck US$ 2400
• Warthog US$   400
• Chapmans Zebra US$ 1300
• Chobe Bushbuck US$ 1200
• Giraffe US$ 2400
• Impala US$   400

The Matetsi (ECA) area produces exceptional quality bull Elephants.

With Elephant Hunting in Zimbabwe producing “tuskers” of this size, quota is limited!! 

Should any further information be required regarding this Zimbabwe hunting safaris, contact the team at Game Hunting Safaris, or message Marco directly using the icons provided. To check availability, select preferred dates in “Request to Book”. Marco will revert.