Plains Game Hunting in South Africa, Small Antelope in Limpopo

This small-antelope safari targets five of South Africa’s most interesting plains game species in the Waterberg Mountains of Limpopo. The combination of rugged terrain, varied hunting methods and elusive small antelope makes this a challenging and rewarding African hunting experience.

 Hunt Summary

• Price: US$6,500 per hunter
• Duration: 6 Hunting Days / 7 Nights
• Hunter / PH Ratio: 1 Hunter : 1 Professional Hunter
• Observer: US$150 per night per person
• Rifle Rental: US$40 per day, ammunition at cost
• Included Species: 1 x Klipspringer | 1 x Steenbok | 1 x Common Duiker | 1 x Common Reedbuck | 1 x Mountain Reedbuck

Why These Small Antelope Are Sought-After Trophies

Klipspringer, Steenbok, Common Duiker, Common Reedbuck and Mountain Reedbuck are prized by hunters for the challenge they present rather than simply their size. Their different habitats, alert behavior, and ability to disappear into difficult terrain can make locating and approaching them a true test of fieldcraft.

The hunt offers five distinctive small-antelope species, each providing a different hunting challenge across the varied Waterberg terrain.

Small-antelope hunting in the Waterberg requires patience, careful observation and an understanding of the terrain. Be prepared to walk and stalk through hilly and mountainous country, paying close attention to rocky ridges, open grassland and frequently used game trails where different species may occur. 

The Outfitter

Hannes and his team have been conducting plains game and dangerous game hunts in Limpopo since 2006, operating in the Kransberge region of the Waterberg Mountain range near Thabazimbi.

The team caters to both new and experienced hunters, with safaris designed around individual needs. The hunting lodge is family-friendly, and Hannes welcomes additional visitors and families to enjoy the Limpopo Province.

Hunting Methods

The safari follows a traditional African walk-and-stalk approach, emphasizing fair chase. A safari truck may also be used to cover more ground across the hunting area. Klipspringer and Reedbuck can be found along mountain ridges and rocky terrain, while Steenbok and Common Duiker frequent open savanna areas. Mountain Reedbuck may also occur in grasslands.

Hunters can also use the ambush method by positioning themselves along frequently used game trails and strategic vantage points. Understanding anatomy and practicing shot placement for small game are particularly important when hunting these smaller antelope, where precise shooting is essential for an ethical harvest and careful trophy recovery.

Additional Species

Hunters can also pursue additional species by paying the applicable trophy fees. A list of popular game is available under the "Additional Animals" menu but more than 35 species are available in the area. Feel free to contact the Game Hunting Safaris team for the full list.

Hunting in the Waterberg

Limpopo offers diverse landscapes ranging from valleys and plains to the Waterberg and Soutpansberg mountain ranges. The province is home to extensive private hunting areas and a wide variety of wildlife. This safari gives hunters the opportunity to experience hunting in South Africa while concentrating on five distinctive small-antelope species.

The Waterberg region provides a distinctive setting for plains game hunts, with rugged mountains, rolling hills and open grassland creating a varied hunting environment. The landscape also provides excellent opportunities for hunters who enjoy glassing from elevated ground before moving in for a stalk.

For hunters planning an African hunting trip, the combination of challenging small-antelope hunting, varied terrain and comfortable lodge accommodation makes this a particularly interesting plains game option.

Traveling for the Hunt

Hunters arriving at Johannesburg’s Oliver Tambo International Airport will be met by Hannes or a member of his team.

The road transfer to the lodge takes approximately three hours, traveling through the rolling hills and valleys of Limpopo and allowing hunters the opportunity to see more of South African landscapes. Depending on international flight schedules, an overnight stay in Johannesburg may be required.

Rifles and Permits

Hunters bringing their own firearms to South Africa will need a temporary firearm import permit. A SAPS 520 form must be completed, together with supporting documentation including passport copies, airline tickets, a letter of invitation from Hannes, and proof of firearm ownership. The permit allows a maximum of four rifles, with no more than two rifles of the same caliber, and a maximum of 200 rounds of ammunition per caliber.

Fire arm rental is also available from the outfitter, at an additional fee.

Plains Game Hunts

The combination of Klipspringer, Steenbok, Common Duiker, Common Reedbuck and Mountain Reedbuck provides a focused small-antelope safari with five different trophy species.

For hunters looking for challenging plains game hunts in varied mountain and savanna terrain, this Waterberg safari offers a distinctive alternative to a conventional plains game package.

Further Info

For further information regarding this small-antelope hunt in South Africa, contact the Game Hunting Safaris team