Few hunting safaris offer the opportunity to combine two trophies of this calibre in a single week. Conducted in South Africa's Northern Cape, this safari pairs a hard-bossed Cape Buffalo Hunting in South Africa adventure with your choice of either a magnificent sable or an exceptional roan antelope. Rather than following a fixed package, the safari begins with a simple decision that shapes the entire hunt, which of Africa's most sought-after plains game trophies will accompany your buffalo?

Every day presents a different challenge. Following fresh buffalo spoor through thick bush demands patience, teamwork and the discipline to close the distance safely, while hunting sable or roan requires a completely different approach. Careful glassing, understanding the terrain and planning the stalk become just as important as accurate shooting. The contrast between these species is what makes the safari so rewarding, giving hunters two distinctly different hunting experiences within a single trip.

Designed for hunters who value outstanding trophy quality above all else, this safari combines experienced professional hunters, luxury five-star accommodation and exceptional game on a 33,000-acre wildlife ranch. Whether you choose a magnificent Sable Hunt or pursue one of Africa's finest Roan Hunts, the result is a safari built around quality rather than quantity.

Hunt Summary

Price: US$19,900 per hunter (All Inclusive)

Duration: 6 Hunting Days / 7 Nights

Hunter Ratio: 1 Hunter : 1 Professional Hunter

Observer: One observer included

Rifle Rental: US$60 per hunting day (includes 20 rounds of ammunition)

Arrival Airport: Kimberley Airport (South Africa)

Trophy Selection

• 1 × Hard-Bossed Cape Buffalo (up to 44")

Choose ONE of the following:

• 1 × Trophy Sable (up to 45")
• 1 × Trophy Roan (No size limit)

Your Safari Includes

• Luxury five-star accommodation
• Six professionally guided hunting days
• One Cape buffalo plus your choice of sable or roan
• Hunting licences and reserve fees
• Professional hunter, trackers, skinners and lodge staff
• Road transfers to and from Kimberley Airport
• Field preparation of trophies
• Delivery of trophies to the taxidermist

Safari Exclusions

• Additional observers (US$350 per night)
• Trophy fees for animals not included in the package
• Rifle hire (optional)

Guided by One of Africa's Most Respected Hunting Teams

The quality of a safari is measured by far more than the trophies it produces. Experienced professional hunters, knowledgeable trackers and well-managed concessions all contribute to a successful hunt, particularly when pursuing dangerous game alongside premium plains game species.

This safari is conducted by Jaco and his team, whose reputation extends across some of Africa's leading hunting destinations. Their professional standards have earned international recognition, including endorsement by Craig Boddington, one of the most respected names in the hunting world. The team has also been recognised by both the Dallas Safari Club and Safari Club International, reflecting a long-standing commitment to ethical hunting, professional guiding and exceptional client service.

One Decision Changes the Safari

Every Cape buffalo hunt begins with the same objective: finding an old hard-bossed bull. What makes this safari unique is everything that happens afterwards. Rather than following a fixed itinerary, hunters have the opportunity to tailor the safari by choosing which of Africa's most sought-after Plains Game Hunts will complete the adventure. Whether you select a magnificent sable or pursue one of Africa's finest roan antelope, that single decision shapes the character of the entire safari.

Although both species rank among Africa's premier plains game trophies, the hunts differ in subtle but important ways. Sable are often encountered in woodland habitat where careful glassing, patience and a well-planned stalk are essential. Roan, with their heavier build, distinctive colouring and alert nature, frequently occupy different terrain and demand their own approach. Each species rewards hunters who are prepared to adapt rather than rely on a single hunting method.

That contrast is what makes this combination so rewarding. Every safari still revolves around an exceptional Cape Buffalo Hunting adventure, but your second trophy adds a completely different challenge, ensuring that no two hunting days feel exactly the same.

From Bushveld Giants to Open Country

One of the most rewarding aspects of this safari is how the landscape changes between hunts. A morning spent following a mature Cape buffalo through thick bush can be followed by an afternoon glassing open country for sable or roan, creating two completely different hunting experiences within the same concession.

Buffalo thrive where dense cover, riverine thickets and scattered woodland provide security, often rewarding hunters prepared to track patiently on foot before closing the distance for a careful shot. Sable and roan, by comparison, are more often encountered in more open habitat where visibility improves, allowing hunters to study animals from a distance before planning the stalk.

These changing landscapes keep every day fresh. Rather than hunting the same terrain from start to finish, hunters experience the remarkable diversity that makes Hunting in South Africa so popular, while pursuing two of Africa's most respected trophies using completely different hunting strategies.

How Much Gun Is Enough?

Ask a group of experienced buffalo hunters what the ideal rifle is, and you'll probably get a different answer from every person around the campfire. It is one of the oldest debates in African hunting, with passionate supporters of everything from the legal minimum .375 H&H to heavy stopping rifles like the .404 Jeffery, .416 Rigby, .458 Lott and the classic Nitro Express double rifles.

For this safari, the answer remains refreshingly simple. Bring the biggest calibre that you can shoot accurately, confidently and without hesitation. A well-placed shot from a rifle you know is always preferable to a larger calibre that you struggle to control. Cape Buffalo Shot Placement remains far more important than chasing additional muzzle energy, particularly when the final shot may be taken at little more than twenty or thirty yards.

Your professional hunter will guide every stage of the stalk, advise when to shoot and be ready if a follow-up is required. Quality premium ammunition, reliable optics where appropriate and complete confidence in your rifle all contribute to a clean, ethical harvest. Once the buffalo is safely on the ground, the calibre debate usually fades into the background, and the campfire stories begin.

Hunting That Helps Protect White Rhino

This safari contributes to far more than outstanding trophies. The wildlife ranch has made the long-term protection of white rhino one of its highest priorities, using sustainable hunting revenue to help safeguard one of Africa's most threatened conservation success stories.

Rather than breeding wildlife simply for hunting, the philosophy here is straightforward: they hunt to protect. Revenue generated through carefully managed buffalo and plains game hunting supports anti-poaching efforts, habitat management and the ongoing care of a growing white rhino population. It is a practical conservation model where hunting and wildlife protection work together to secure the future of the land and the animals that depend on it.

For hunters with an interest in Africa's conservation success stories, seeing these magnificent animals thriving on the property offers a valuable reminder of what responsible wildlife management can achieve. It also highlights why Rhino Hunts remain among the continent's most carefully regulated and conservation-focused dangerous game safaris. 

Planning Your Northern Cape Safari

Travelling to this safari is straightforward for international hunters. After arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg, a short domestic flight to Kimberley is followed by a scenic road transfer to the lodge, where your professional hunting team will be waiting. Depending on international flight schedules, an overnight stay in Johannesburg may be recommended before continuing to the Northern Cape.

The cooler months between April and October generally provide the best hunting conditions. Shorter grass, reduced vegetation and comfortable daytime temperatures improve visibility while encouraging buffalo and plains game to move more predictably throughout the concession. While South Africa's general hunting season follows these cooler months, properties operating under a valid P3 Exemption Permit are able to conduct professionally managed hunts throughout the year.

Hunters bringing their own rifles will need to complete a SAPS 520 temporary firearm import permit before arriving in South Africa. Your outfitter will provide the necessary invitation letter and supporting documentation, while hunters should travel with proof of firearm ownership, passport details and airline itineraries to ensure a smooth arrival process.

Two Exceptional Trophies. One Outstanding Safari.

Choosing between a trophy sable and a magnificent roan is a decision many African hunters spend years considering. This safari allows you to make that choice while pursuing one of Africa's most respected dangerous game animals, creating a balanced hunting adventure that combines challenge, variety and exceptional trophy quality.

From tracking an old hard-bossed Cape buffalo through thick bush to carefully planning the final stalk on your chosen plains game trophy, every day presents a different objective and a new hunting experience. Combined with outstanding accommodation, internationally recognised professional hunters and a genuine commitment to conservation, this is a safari designed for hunters who appreciate quality in every aspect of the hunt.

Whether this is your first dangerous game safari or another chapter in a lifetime of African hunting, this Northern Cape adventure delivers far more than two exceptional trophies. It is one of those carefully planned Hunting Trips that continues to be remembered long after the rifles have been packed away and the stories begin around the campfire.