Rhino, Cape Buffalo & Sable Hunting Safari | South Africa
Booking Season: 2026
Hunt Difficulty: Difficult
Designed by Hunters, for Hunters
This safari operates from a comfortable bush camp positioned within one of Africa's largest free-range hunting areas. Mornings begin with coffee around the fire before heading into the concession, while evenings are spent sharing stories from the day's hunt over dinner and planning the next day's strategy. Comfortable accommodation, attentive camp staff and quality meals provide everything required for an extended wilderness safari.
Located in Mozambique's renowned Niassa Province, this free-range hunting concession covers approximately 550,000 hectares of unfenced wilderness. The concession forms part of one of Africa's largest remaining wild ecosystems and supports healthy populations of lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant and numerous plains game species. Hunters can expect vast stretches of untouched bush, low hunting pressure and an authentic dangerous game safari experience
| Fence Type: | Free-range |
| Hunting Ground Size: | 550000 ha |
| Language Spoken By Staff: | English |
Hills: 20 %, Mountains: 5 %
Fields/Bush: 75 %, Forest: 0 %
| Nearest Airport Name: | Pemba International Airport |
| Nearest Town Name: | Lichinga |
| Transfer From Airport: | Yes |
| Air Charter Available: | Yes |
This free-range Mozambican safari offers hunters the opportunity to pursue a mature male lion in the vast wilderness of Niassa Province. Conducted within a 550,000-hectare concession, this Lion Hunting in Mozambique safari provides access to one of Africa's largest and least-developed hunting regions.
As one of Africa's premier Lion Hunts, this safari combines remote wilderness, experienced dangerous game professional hunters and traditional baiting methods in pursuit of a fully exportable lion trophy. The concession forms part of a vast free-range ecosystem renowned for producing exceptional dangerous game hunting opportunities.
Trophy Included: 1 x Exportable Lion
Additional Species: Roosevelt Sable, Niassa Wildebeest, Kudu, Zebra, Hartebeest, Hyena, Bushpig and More
Duration: 18 Hunting Days
Location: Niassa Province, Mozambique
Hunt Method: Baiting and Blind Hunting
Trophy Included: 1 x Exportable Lion (Trophy Fee Included)
Hunter/PH Ratio: 1x1
Observer Rate: US$375 per Night
Airport: Pemba or Lichinga
Rifle Hire Available: US$100 per Day
Total Safari Cost: US$67,450
The Niassa hunting concession covers approximately 550,000 hectares of free-range wilderness in northern Mozambique. Situated near the Tanzanian border, the region forms part of a vast ecosystem that supports healthy populations of lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant and a variety of unique plains game species.
For hunters interested in authentic Hunting in Mozambique, Niassa remains one of the country's premier destinations. Low human population density, extensive wilderness and strong wildlife management contribute to a genuine safari experience rarely found elsewhere in Africa.
The region is particularly well known for its lion populations and is regarded as one of Mozambique's leading areas for Dangerous Game Hunts.
Unlike many African hunting destinations, Niassa remains lightly populated and largely undeveloped. Hunters can spend days in the concession without encountering fences, settlements or significant human activity. This sense of scale and isolation is one of the reasons Niassa is widely regarded as one of Africa's premier free-range dangerous game destinations.
The best time for lion hunting in Mozambique is during the dry season from June through October. As water sources become more limited, game movements become more predictable and hunting conditions improve.
July through September are generally regarded as the most productive months. Vegetation is thinner, visibility improves and wildlife concentrations increase around permanent water sources. These conditions make it easier to monitor lion activity and maintain bait sites throughout the concession.
The concession supports an impressive variety of plains game and dangerous game species. Hunters wishing to extend their safari may have the opportunity to pursue Roosevelt sable, Lichtenstein hartebeest, Niassa wildebeest, Boehm's zebra, kudu, bushpig, hyena and several other species.
Additional trophy fees apply, with opportunities available subject to quota and season.
| Species | Trophy Fee | Species | Trophy Fee |
| Duiker common | US$1450 | Hyena | US$4250 |
| Hartebeest Lichtenstein | US$3250 | Kudu | US$3500 |
| Impala Johnstons | US$1350 | Sable Roosevelt | US$5500 |
| Warthog | US$990 | Waterbuck Defassa | US$3750 |
| Zebra Boehms’ | US$4250 | Baboon | US$395 |
| Wildebeest Niassa | US$4500 | Reedbuck Common | US$1400 |
| Bushpig | US$1250 |
Most hunters travel from Johannesburg to Pemba using scheduled Airlink flights. From Pemba, a charter flight transports hunters directly to the concession and should be arranged in advance with the outfitter.
An alternative route is via Maputo and then Lichinga using domestic flights operated by LAM Mozambique Airlines. From Lichinga, the hunting camp can be reached by road transfer in approximately six hours.
Hunters are accommodated in a comfortable bush camp designed to provide a balance between wilderness atmosphere and modern convenience. Comfortable beds, quality meals, daily housekeeping and laundry services ensure hunters can relax after long days in the field.
The main camp is equipped with generator power and Wi-Fi access, while several fly camps are available for hunters wishing to operate deeper within the concession.
Juan and his team operate within Mozambique's Niassa region and specialise in free-range dangerous game safaris. Their hunting philosophy centres on traditional fair-chase principles, experienced trackers and professional hunting methods developed through years of operating in remote wilderness concessions.
The team conducts lion, buffalo, leopard and elephant safaris while maintaining a strong focus on ethical hunting practices and long-term wildlife conservation.
Lion hunting in Niassa is primarily conducted using traditional baiting methods. Bait sites are established in areas showing suitable lion activity and monitored using trail cameras. Once a mature male has been identified, hunters and professional hunters will position themselves in a temporary blind overlooking the bait site.
Success requires patience, discipline and the ability to remain ready when an opportunity presents itself. Mature lions often approach cautiously and may visit bait sites over several days before providing a suitable shot opportunity.
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ure black-maned lions are highly sought-after trophies throughout Niassa Province, making proper Lion Shot Placement critical.
A wounded Lion is extremely dangerous and can charge at speeds of more than fifty miles per hour. While your professional hunter will be skilled in handling these situations, when a Lion is in charge, make sure to drop to one knee to hit the Lion in the chest, with the bullet then entering the vital organs through the front of the chest. This Lion hunt is truly a dangerous game hunting safari. You will need to be on top of your game when hunting in Niassa.
Mozambique requires a minimum legal calibre of .375 for dangerous game hunting. Hunters should ensure rifles are properly sighted-in after international travel and use quality ammunition designed for dangerous game applications.
Avoid shooting the cat when he is standing on his hind legs, or when it is lying down. Be aware of the position of the Lion vitals (shot placement) as they have the ability to move into all kinds of shapes and positions.
Yes you can. You will need a valid firearm permit before you arrive in Mozambique, which Juan and his team will arrange.
They will need a scanned color copy of your passport, a color copy of a passport size photograph in Jpeg format, US Citizens, a copy of the customs form 4457, or a copy of the firearm license, proof of travel itinerary, details such as: home address, contact numbers, email etc. If you are going to travel through South Africa and overnight, you will need to complete a SAPS 520 form on arrival. Each hunter is allowed a maximum of three firearms to Mozambique, with a maximum of 100 rounds per firearm.
Mozambique is a malaria-prone area, so consult with your medical practitioner for prophylactic medication. Ensure your routine vaccinations, including hepatitis and tetanus, are up to date. A yellow fever vaccination may be required depending on your travel history.
With Niassa Province being so remote and true wilderness, pack a small medical kit to include items such as: contact lens solutions, headache tablets, re-hydrate and “anti-rash” cream.
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Lion quotas within Niassa are limited and allocated annually. Hunters interested in this free-range lion safari are encouraged to enquire early regarding current availability and quota status. For additional information regarding this Lion Hunt in Mozambique, please contact the Game Hunting Safaris team.
Please note that terms, conditions and price are subject to change without notice and rates at the time of the hunt will apply
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