Tanzania Cape Buffalo Hunt | 2x1 Maasailand Buffalo Safari

Tanzania’s Maasailand region offers some of the finest Cape Buffalo hunts in Africa, with two hunters pursuing hard-bossed free-range buffalo across vast unfenced wilderness areas renowned for authentic buffalo hunting in Tanzania and challenging fair-chase conditions.

But it gets better:

This Tanzania Cape Buffalo hunt is structured as a 2x1 safari, with each hunter pursuing two free-range Cape Buffalo in the Maasailand region.

Tanzania Cape Buffalo Safari

10 Hunting Days | 11 Nights
2 Hunters | 1 Professional Hunter

Safari Package

• US$25,000 per hunter
• 4 Cape Buffalo included (2 per hunter)
• Package Total: US$50,000

Observer Rate: US$400 per night

Rifle Rental: .375 H&H available at US$80 per day (other calibers available on request)

Simanjiro Naberera WMA, Maasailand, Northern Tanzania

The African Outfitter hosting the Safari

Born and raised in the Selous, Hasheem has spent his life hunting and working in some of Tanzania’s most remote wilderness areas. His safaris are built around fair-chase hunting, strong ethics, and well-managed concessions that consistently produce quality Cape Buffalo trophies.

From firearm permits and airport meet-and-greet services to experienced trackers, professional camp staff, and well-run safari operations, every part of the hunt is professionally managed. With more than a decade of experience guiding dangerous game safaris in Tanzania, Hasheem and his team deliver authentic hunting in wild country without the shortcuts or crowds found elsewhere.

Included in this Hunt:

• All necessary Hunting Licenses and Permits (10-day regular license) • Conservation Fees per hunter
• Services of PH, Trackers, Skinners, Chef, and Camp Staff
• Field Preparation of Trophies and delivery to Dar es Salaam
• Accommodation with full board (Breakfast, lunch, supper, and snacks)
• Daily laundry service & housekeeping
• Soft drinks and water
• Safari Tented Accommodation
• On Territory Transport (4 x 4 Vehicle)
• One gun Import Permit

This Hunt Excludes:

• Trophy fees for any additional animal killed, wounded, and/or lost.
• Firearm Import Licenses (One gun import fee – US$300)
• Import fee on ammo (Max 100 cartridges per caliber)
• Dip and Pack of Trophies @US$ 1500
• Trophy Shipping Costs
• Hunting VISA (point of entry into Tanzania) US$ 50
• Trophy Export Permit (US$200)
• Observers @US$400 per day  
• Return transfer from Kilimanjaro International Airport to Simanjiro Naberera WMA in Masailand (US$1200)
• One Gun import fee ( 300 $) per rifle
• Transport by road to/from hunting is ($500 per journey)
• Extra car by client request / including driver and fuel: $400 per day.

Additional Trophies 

Hunters wanting to add additional trophies to their safari will find excellent opportunities for both dangerous game and plains game hunts throughout Maasailand. A wide variety of species are available, with hunters only paying the applicable trophy fee for any additional animals taken during the safari.

Hunting Regulations 

While hunting in Tanzania, adherence to local laws and regulations is paramount. These include: • You can only hunt animals that fall under your specific license. • Animals cannot be hunted from a vehicle or chased. • Hunting is only allowed during daylight hours. • Females, young, or immature animals may not be hunted.

Proper Cape Buffalo shot placement is essential when hunting dangerous game in thick cover, particularly when following wounded buffalo in dense bushveld conditions. 

Hunters should familiarize themselves with current Tanzania hunting regulations before arriving for their safari.

Accommodation and Lodging

Accommodation during your Cape Buffalo hunt consists of comfortable safari-style tents with en-suite bathrooms, set in the heart of the Simanjiro Naberera WMA overlooking the surrounding African bush. The camp offers an authentic East African safari atmosphere without sacrificing comfort after long days in the field.

Meals are served in the communal dining area, with hearty home-cooked food prepared daily by the camp staff. Hunters can expect fresh venison from recent safaris, traditional campfire meals, and a proper African braai under the stars — with Cape Buffalo backstrap over the coals being a favorite after a successful day’s hunting.

Traveling to  Maasailand

• Hunters traveling for this buffalo hunt in Tanzania typically arrive through Kilimanjaro International Airport before transferring to camp.
• The road transfer from KIA to the camp is 3 hours, at US$1,200.
• Alternatively, a charter flight is available at an additional fee.

Why choose to go Hunting in Tanzania?

• Old School Hunting Traditions and Exceptional Trophy Quality
• Access to well-managed hunting blocks situated throughout the country
• Tanzania has stringent anti-poaching laws and supports ethical and sustainable hunting practices
• Hunting landscapes and terrain are varied, challenging the hunter
• Tanzania is home to some of the largest and most diverse groups of wildlife, including the notorious Cape Buffalo.

Health in Tanzania

The following vaccinations are required before entry into Tanzania: • 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. Apart from being up to date with your routine vaccinations, it is also recommended to include the following in your regimen: Rabies, Meningitis. Polio, Tdap Vaccine (Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis), Typhoid, and Hepatitis A & B.

If any further information is required regarding this hunt in Tanzania, or you are seeking a custom hunting safari including additional hunters, please contact our team at Game Hunting Safaris.