Cape Buffalo Hunt in Lunda Nkwambi GCA, Tanzania

Experience the excitement of a free-range Cape Buffalo hunt in Tanzania’s famous Lunda Nkwambi GCA Hunting Block!

US$ 28,000 “All In!” (Including Buffalo Trophy Fee)

*1 x Hunter 1 x Professional Hunter
** Observers welcome at US$ 450 per night
*** Rifle Rental available: 450 Rigby at US$350 per day.

10 x Days and 11 x Nights Safari Hunting

Dangerous Game Hunting in Tanzania

Tanzania remains one of Africa’s most exclusive hunting destinations, offering hunters the choice of numerous trophies, but none so sought-after as a dangerous game hunt featuring one of the most dangerous animals worldwide, the Cape Buffalo. The Lunda Mkwambi GCA Hunting Block is renowned for producing excellent dangerous game trophies and provides a challenging free-range hunting experience. Giles, your PH on this hunt, has a long history of producing exceptional trophies from this region, including trophy bulls.

The Hunting Safari Includes:

1 x Exportable Cape Buffalo (Trophy Fee Included)

The African Outfitter hosting the Hunt

Lazaro and PH Giles have been offering hunts within the Lunda Nkwambi GCA Hunting Block for many years, delivering impressive trophies for both African plains game and dangerous game. This experienced duo and their team are ready to welcome hunters to Lunda Nkwambi for an unforgettable dangerous game hunting safari. While their focus is to provide unique, professional, and memorable hunting experiences for clients, the conservation of wildlife during this process has always been a priority.

Included in the Cape Buffalo Hunt

• Meet and greet by the team on arrival in Dodoma
• All necessary Hunting Licenses and Permits
• Services of Trackers, Skinners, Chef, and Camp Staff
• The Professional Hunter leading this safari will be Giles Alcock, one of Africa’s most respected, with a history of delivering exceptional trophies.
• Field Preparation of Trophies
• Transport of Trophies to Dar es Salaam
• Safari Tented Accommodation
• Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner (Including Snacks)
• Alcoholic Beverages (In moderation)
• On Territory Transport (4 x 4 Vehicle)
• Road transfer from Dodoma (3.5 hours)

This Dangerous Game Safari Excludes:

• Firearm Import Licenses
• Any pre- or post-safari accommodation
• Dip and Pack of Trophies
• International Trophy Shipping Costs
• Trophy fees for any additional trophies hunted and not specified in the package
• Return domestic flight from Dar es Salaam / Kilimanjaro International Airport to Dodoma
• Trophy Export Permit (US$200)
• Observers  at US$ 450 per day

Hunting Cape Buffalo

Africa’s Big 5 are the most challenging animals in Africa to hunt on foot. These include the Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Rhino, and Cape Buffalo. The cunning, aggressive, and stubborn Cape Buffalo has earned its place in Africa’s Big 5 and is often regarded as one of Africa’s most dangerous animals to hunt.

Some points worth considering when Cape Buffalo hunting:
• The Cape Buffalo is seen as being aggressive and unpredictable, and can become aggressive without warning should they feel threatened or if they are wounded.
• The Cape Buffalo is unforgiving of poor shot placement, as they are tough and resilient, and will not hesitate to charge and defend themselves. Added to that, the old saying goes that it takes one bullet to down a Buffalo, and another couple to convince it that it’s dead!
• These beasts are renowned for both their power and speed, reaching speeds of up to 35 miles per hour. When you have close to 2,000 pounds of thundering Buffalo (together with its sharp horns!) bearing down on you, you have a serious problem if you are in its path!
• Cape Buffalo possess a great sense of smell and hearing, and these, combined with their ability to camouflage themselves, make for a very challenging hunt.
• This hunting adversary is extremely dangerous when wounded, and will often double back on the hunter, launching a surprise attack from behind. Stay vigilant!
They are often referred to as “Africa’s Black Death” or “The Widow Maker” and are seen as one of Africa’s most dangerous and challenging animals to hunt.

The Lunda Nkwambi GCA Hunting Block in Tanzania

• Situated in Western Tanzania, this remote hunting block allows for hunters to experience an authentic African hunting safari, offering free-range hunts on a 300,000-acre hunting block.
• It is renowned for its remoteness, natural beauty, array of wildlife, and diverse ecosystems.
• Lunda Nkwambi allows hunters to encounter diverse landscapes during their safari, including woodlands, savannas, and river systems, with a wide range of habitats suiting both African plains game and dangerous game species.
• Members of the Big 5, as well as the Crocodile and Hippo inhabit the area, while about 70% of the huntable species in Tanzania are found in this hunting block.
• The Lunda Nkwambi GCA is seen as one of the best hunting blocks that Tanzania has to offer, with the overall hunting experience that it offers hunters in the region being exceptional.
• For hunters, it provides a memorable hunting experience, with the combination of its size, rich biodiversity, and relatively low human population all being major drawcards.
• The area is also involved in several conservation efforts to ensure the ongoing sustainability of the area. These include structured conservation management through TAWA, community involvement in wildlife management, ongoing monitoring of wildlife populations, and various anti-poaching initiatives.

Additional Trophies under this Hunting License

Should you wish to add further trophies to your Cape buffalo hunt, speak to Lazaro. Note that you only pay for the extra TROPHY FEE. The following animals are available under the 10-Day Hunting License:  

Hunting Regulations in Tanzania

While hunting in Tanzania, ensure that you are familiar with local hunting regulations, including knowing which species you are allowed to hunt under your specific hunting license. Other important regulations are that animals are not allowed to be hunted from a vehicle or chased, and no females, young, or immature animals may be harvested. The country’s hunting season is regulated from 1st July to 31st December, with hunting taking place during the drier months in Tanzania. Lastly, hunting is only allowed during daylight hours, and there is no hunting allowed under artificial lights.

Accommodation During the Hunting Safari

Step back in time with luxurious tented accommodation, with a twist of all modern amenities to make your time in Tanzania an unforgettable one.
Experience your home-away-from-home with luxurious tented accommodation during your stay in Tanzania. While hunters enjoy the comforts of modern amenities in the tented accommodation, the experience is like stepping back in time…where the untamed African wilderness is right on your doorstep, offering visitors the sights and sounds of Africa at its best.
Your resident chef will serve up tasty culinary delights and you can expect tasty meals full of flavor that may often incorporate meat from recent hunting safaris.

Traveling to the Lunda Nkwambi GCA Hunting Block

When flying into Tanzania, hunters should land at either Julius Nyerere International Airport in Dar es Salaam or Kilimanjaro International Airport near Arusha.
• From there on-wards, hunters will enjoy a domestic flight on Precision Air, from Julius Nyerere International Airport in Dar es Salaam or Kilimanjaro International Airport to Dodoma.
• A flight from Dar es Salaam to Dodoma will cost approximately US$300 return and take around 1h 15 min.
• A flight from Kilimanjaro International Airport to Dodoma will cost approximately US$150 return, and will take about 1hr 30 min.
• Upon your arrival in Dodoma, you will journey about 3 1/2 hours by road to reach the hunting grounds.

Hunting Methods & Rifle Calibers

Bow hunting of dangerous game is not allowed in Tanzania (except for the Cape Buffalo which may be hunted using bows), and a minimum of a .375 must be used when hunting dangerous game.
Hunting methods for Cape buffalo hunts are generally the traditional walk-and-stalk, after initially utilizing a vehicle to cover large distances while glassing. Trackers will look for tracks (spoor), or signs that the buffalo have been through the area, or spotting of the actual herd itself.
From there on-wards, the hunting party will proceed on foot, carefully using the terrain to their advantage as they slowly stalk this alert bovine until they are within striking range.
Accurate shot placement is vital in securing your trophy bull. The minimum legal requirement for Cape Buffalo hunting is a .375 caliber shooting a 300-grain bullet. A well-placed bullet from a 416 Rigby, 404 Jeffery, 458 WM, or Lott also will bring down this strong bovine. Double rifles such as the 470NE, 500NE, and up are preferred, especially when in close quarters with this dangerous adversary.

Tips when Dangerous Game Hunting in Tanzania

• Remain focused and alert, the bush is a very unpredictable environment where changes happen at the drop of a hat.
• Read up and know about the correct shot placement for your targeted species, to ensure a quick and humane death as well as an ethical hunt.
• Become acquainted with the hunting laws of the country, as well as the hunting area.
• Listen to your PH…what he says goes, no matter what. No hesitation, do as you are instructed to.
• Ensure all gear is in excellent condition and suited to the terrain and species you are targeting for this dangerous game hunt.
• Safety first, always. Once the animal is shot, do not approach immediately, and be ready with a follow-up shot should it be needed. Give the animal time and space before it tries one last time to attack.

Health when hunting in Tanzania

Remember to check requirements before visiting Tanzania, as they may change at any given time.

Required Vaccinations:
• Yellow Fever: This is only required if you are arriving from or transiting for more than 12-24 hours from a country with a high risk of yellow fever transmission and is NOT required if you are traveling directly from the US or Europe.
Recommended Vaccinations include:
• Rabies
• Meningitis
• Polio
• Tdap Vaccine (Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis)
• Typhoid
• Hepatitis A & B
• Ensure that all routine vaccinations are up to date

When enjoying Cape Buffalo hunts, you experience dangerous game hunting at its best! The skills needed, combined with the elements, animals, and hunting conditions in Tanzania’s wilderness, ensure a hunting safari that will never be forgotten.

If any further information is required regarding this hunt, or you are seeking a custom hunting safari including additional hunters, please contact our team at Game Hunting Safaris, or message Lazaro (outfitter) directly using the quick message icons. If you would like to check availability, please insert dates in the” Request a Quote” link. Lazaro will revert.