Two Hunting Styles. One Remarkable Safari

Few African hunting safaris combine the excitement of Cape Buffalo Hunts with such an impressive variety of plains game. Conducted across more than 150,000 acres in South Africa's Limpopo Province, this ten-day safari pairs the challenge of pursuing a mature Cape buffalo cow with outstanding kudu, waterbuck, zebra, blue wildebeest, impala and management animals. The result is a safari that delivers exceptional diversity while remaining firmly rooted in the traditions of fair-chase hunting.

Every day presents a different challenge. One morning may be spent tracking buffalo through thick bush where every step demands patience, teamwork and complete awareness of the herd, while the next focuses on carefully stalking one of Limpopo's outstanding plains game species across more open country. It is this contrast that makes Hunting in South Africa so rewarding, allowing hunters to experience two distinctly different styles of hunting during a single safari.

Designed for hunters who appreciate authentic hunting rather than simply measuring trophies, this package combines experienced professional hunters, comfortable accommodation and exceptional wildlife into one well-balanced adventure. By bringing together one of Africa's most respected Dangerous Game Hunts with an outstanding selection of Plains Game Hunts, every day offers new opportunities, fresh challenges and a genuine taste of everything that has made Limpopo one of Africa's premier hunting destinations.

Hunt Summary

Price: US$11,800 per hunter (All Inclusive)

Duration: 10 Hunting Days / 9 Nights

Hunter Ratio: 1 Hunter : 1 Professional Hunter

Observer Rate: US$200 per observer, per night

Additional Hunter: US$1,500

Rifle Rental: US$30 per hunting day (ammunition at cost)

Arrival Airport: O.R. Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg)

Observer Rate: US$200 per observer, per night

Trophies Included

• 1 × Cape Buffalo Cow
• 1 × Greater Kudu Bull
• 1 × Waterbuck Bull
• 1 × Zebra Stallion
• 1 × Blue Wildebeest Bull
• 1 × Impala Ram

Management Hunting

• 4 × Assorted Cull Animals

Bonus : Full-day guided tour of Kruger National Park

Bring a Hunting Partner
This safari offers an exceptional opportunity to share the adventure. A second hunter can join the safari for a special package rate of US$1,500, making it an outstanding option for friends, family members or hunting partners travelling together.

Your Safari Includes

• Luxury lodge accommodation (9 nights)
• Services of one professional hunter
• Professional trackers, skinners and lodge staff
• Return road transfers from O.R. Tambo International Airport
• Hunting licences and government taxes
• Field preparation of trophies
• Delivery of trophies to the nearest taxidermist

Safari Exclusions

• Dip & Pack
• Taxidermy and international shipping
• Temporary firearm permits
• Optional air charter to the concession
• Travel insurance

Never Underestimate a Buffalo Cow

Few dangerous game animals command more respect than the African Cape buffalo, and experienced professional hunters will often tell you that a mature buffalo cow deserves every bit as much caution as an old dagga bull. While bulls are often encountered alone or in small bachelor groups, buffalo cows are usually surrounded by the herd, where protective animals, curious youngsters and calves create a constantly changing and unpredictable hunting situation.

This is one of the defining characteristics of Buffalo Hunting in South Africa. Success depends on far more than finding fresh spoor. Every stalk requires patience, quiet communication between hunter and trackers, and the discipline to move unnoticed through thick bush while remaining constantly aware of the herd. Once the buffalo become unsettled, dozens of eyes, ears and noses begin searching for the source of danger, and a calm situation can change in a matter of seconds.

A wounded buffalo cow is every bit as capable of defending herself as a mature bull. Their determination, resilience and willingness to stand their ground have earned Cape buffalo their legendary reputation among dangerous game hunters. This safari delivers the same close-range encounters, teamwork and intense concentration that define a traditional buffalo hunt, while also supporting responsible herd management and the long-term conservation of one of Africa's most iconic game animals.

Ten Days of Variety in Limpopo

Although the Cape buffalo remains the centrepiece of this safari, every day presents opportunities to pursue some of South Africa's most iconic plains game species. Limpopo has long been regarded as one of Africa's premier hunting regions, where varied habitat, healthy wildlife populations and outstanding game management allow hunters to enjoy exceptional diversity during a single safari.

Alongside the buffalo hunt, hunters pursue magnificent Kudu Hunts, often regarded as one of Africa's most rewarding plains game challenges. The province is equally well known for producing outstanding waterbuck, powerful blue Wildebeest Hunts, striking zebra stallions and alert impala rams, with four management animals adding even more time in the field. Each species demands a different approach, from patiently glassing distant hillsides for a mature kudu bull to carefully stalking wildebeest across open country or closing the distance on zebra feeding along the bushveld edge.

It is this variety that keeps the safari fresh from beginning to end. Rather than spending ten days pursuing a single animal, hunters experience the remarkable diversity that has made Limpopo one of Africa's leading hunting destinations. A full-day guided visit to the world-famous Kruger National Park adds another memorable dimension to the trip, offering the opportunity to observe Africa's Big Five and countless other species in one of the continent's most celebrated wildlife reserves. 

Five-Star Comfort in the African Bush

After a day spent following buffalo through thick bush or stalking Limpopo's outstanding plains game, hunters return to one of the province's premier safari lodges. Spacious thatched chalets with en-suite bathrooms, air conditioning and modern amenities provide a comfortable retreat, while still preserving the atmosphere of a traditional African hunting camp.

The lodge has been designed with both hunters and accompanying guests in mind. A sparkling swimming pool, welcoming bar, comfortable lounge, Wi-Fi and a fully equipped spa offer the perfect place to relax between hunting days. Evenings naturally gather around the traditional boma, where stories from the day's hunt are shared beneath African skies before another early start the following morning.

Outstanding hospitality is matched by equally impressive cuisine. Experienced chefs prepare a selection of traditional South African dishes alongside familiar favourites, often incorporating locally sourced venison into memorable evening meals. It is this combination of exceptional hunting, genuine hospitality and five-star comfort that makes returning to camp almost as enjoyable as heading out into the bush each morning. 

Planning Your Safari to Limpopo

Travelling to this safari is straightforward for international hunters. After arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg, you will be met by Patrick or a member of his team before enjoying a comfortable three-hour road transfer through the scenic landscapes of Limpopo to the hunting concession. Depending on your international flight schedule, an overnight stay in Johannesburg may be advisable. African Sky Boutique Hotel, located close to the airport, is a popular choice for visiting hunters and can also assist with airport transfers and temporary firearm permits.

International hunters bringing their own rifles will need to complete the SAPS 520 temporary firearm import application before travelling. Supporting documentation includes your passport, airline itinerary, a letter of invitation from the outfitter and proof of firearm ownership, such as ATF Form 4457 for U.S. hunters. South Africa allows a maximum of four hunting rifles per visitor, provided no two are of the same calibre, with up to 200 rounds of ammunition permitted for each calibre.

Although hunting can take place throughout the year on properties operating under a P3 Exemption Permit, the cooler months between April and October are generally regarded as the best time to visit. Shorter grass, thinner bush and comfortable daytime temperatures create excellent hunting conditions for both buffalo and plains game, while the summer months bring higher temperatures and seasonal rainfall that can make hunting more challenging.

One Safari. Countless Stories.

Some hunting safaris are built around a single trophy. This one is built around ten days in the African bush, where every morning presents a new challenge and every evening brings another story to share around the campfire. From following fresh buffalo spoor through thick Limpopo bushveld to glassing distant hillsides for kudu or carefully stalking zebra across open country, no two hunting days unfold in quite the same way.

By the end of the safari, the trophies in camp tell only part of the story. It is the close encounters with buffalo, the variety of plains game, the professionalism of the hunting team and the time spent immersed in one of South Africa's premier hunting regions that leave the greatest impression. Few packages combine dangerous game, outstanding plains game and exceptional value as naturally as this one.

Whether you are returning to Africa for another adventure or simply looking for a Hunting Trip that offers outstanding variety, this hunt delivers exactly what many international hunters come to South Africa to find: authentic hunting, remarkable wildlife and ten unforgettable days in the African bush.