Nile Buffalo & Plains Game Safari in Karamoja, Uganda
Booking Season: 2026
Hunt Difficulty: Difficult
Designed by Hunters, for Hunters
Traditional East African safari tents or thatched bungalows, depending on the hunting concession. Comfortable accommodation with electricity, satellite internet, daily laundry and freshly prepared meals.
The Kafu River Basin offers a mix of papyrus swamps, wetlands, riverine forests and wooded savanna, providing suitable habitat for East African sitatunga and plains game. Aswa-Lolim features rolling grasslands, light woodland and riverine vegetation, with hunting conditions varying between the two concessions.
| Fence Type: | Free-range |
| Nearest Airport Name: | Entebbe International Airport (EBB), Uganda. |
| Nearest Airport Distance: | Approximately 4 hours by road to the Kafu River Ba |
| Nearest Town Name: | Masindi Port |
| Transfer From Airport: | Yes |
This 12-day East African sitatunga and plains-game safari takes hunters into Uganda's Kafu River Basin and Aswa-Lolim hunting areas, where permanent wetlands, papyrus swamps and surrounding woodland provide opportunities for one of Africa's most specialised antelope hunts.
For hunters interested in East African (Nile) sitatunga hunting in Uganda, the safari combines ten hunting days with the opportunity to pursue selected plains-game species, subject to the quota and hunting area. The focus remains on locating a mature sitatunga ram, with additional game offering worthwhile opportunities during the safari.
Those unfamiliar with the country's hunting areas, species and seasonal conditions can explore our broader guide to hunting in Uganda before choosing their safari.
12-Day Safari | 10 Hunting Days | Excluding Trophy Fees
Rates vary according to the number of hunters and professional hunters. See the pricing table below for the available arrangements.
| Hunting Area | Duration | Hunting Basis | Safari Rate in US$ | Royalties in US$ * | Safari Total | Animal Trophy Deposit Fee |
| Kafu Aswa-Lolim | 12 Days / 10 Hunting Days | 1 x Hunter / 1 x Guide | 28000 | 7000 | 35000 | 20000 |
| 2 x Hunters / 2 x Guides | 26000 | 33000 | ||||
| 2 x Hunters / 1 x Guide | 25000 | 32000 |
* Royalties: Government Fees, Hunting Permit, Conservation, Concession and Community Development Fees, UWA and CITES Animal Export Docs, Dip & Pack, Car Transfers, Airport Pick up and drop off, Rifle Import for two rifles per hunter, and 18% VAT on safari rate.
The primary objective of this safari is the East African (Nile) sitatunga, pursued in the papyrus swamps and wetland systems of Uganda's Kafu River Basin. Unlike conventional antelope hunting, sitatunga hunts demand patience, careful observation and a willingness to spend considerable time watching suitable habitat for an opportunity at a mature ram.
The safari also offers opportunities for plains game hunting, with species such as East African bushbuck, reedbuck, Uganda kob, waterbuck and warthog potentially available, depending on the concession and current quota. These additional animals offer a different hunting experience from the sitatunga, allowing hunters to spend time in the surrounding woodland and savanna country when circumstances permit.
Not every species appearing on the outfitter's trophy-fee schedule will necessarily be available in the hunting area allocated to your safari. Confirm the sitatunga quota, available plains-game species and any additional hunting-area arrangements before booking.
| SPECIES | TROPHY FEE IN US$ |
|---|---|
| Baboon, Olive | 500 |
| Bushbuck, East African | 1950 |
| Bushbuck, Nile | 1950 |
| Bushpig, East African White-faced | 1000 |
| Colobus Monkey, Black & White | 1500 |
| Crocodile, Nile | 2500 |
| Hare, African | 200 |
| Duiker, East African Bush | 750 |
| Guinea Fowl, Helmeted | 50 |
| Hippo | 4500 |
| Kob, Central Uganda (Kob Alurae) | 3500 |
| Kob, Uganda (Kob Thomasi) | 2950 |
| Monkey, Vervet | 200 |
| Oribi (Aswa-Lolim) | 900 |
| Python | 2500 |
| Reedbuck, Eastern Bohor | 1950 |
| Sitatunga, East African | 7500 |
| Warthog | 950 |
| Waterbuck, East African Defassa | 2500 |
The safari is operated by an established Ugandan outfitter with more than 20 years of experience arranging hunting expeditions across the country's principal hunting regions.
The operator has access to several concessions, including Kafu River Basin, Aswa-Lolim, Karamoja North and South, and Lake Mburo. These areas offer different hunting conditions and species opportunities, so the concession allocated to the safari should be confirmed before booking.
Hunting & Professional Services
Accommodation & Camp Services
Permits, Conservation Fees & Transfers
Travel & Personal Expenses
Trophies & Additional Hunting Costs
Additional Costs Requiring Confirmation
For hunters looking for a premier East Africa Sitatunga hunting experience, the Kafu River Basin is a prime hunting location. Situated in central Uganda, the region is renowned for its rich, dense vegetation, offering birds and wildlife the perfect habitat in which to live and thrive. Habitats in the region include wetlands, wooded savannas, and river forests, as well as large papyrus swamps. The landscape on this hunting concession is dominated by papyrus swamps and dense bush thickets, creating ideal conditions for this elusive antelope to thrive.
Here, Sitatunga are hunted throughout the year, with the average horn length harvested on the concession being 25 inches, with larger specimens of up to 31.5 inches hunted there.
The Aswa-Lolim concession comprises 45,000 hectares, sharing a 68-mile-long border with Murchison Falls National Park to the south and approximately 48 miles along the Nile River to the west. The concession is characterized by rolling grassy hills adorned with palm trees, together with small valleys, creeks, and light forests. Closer to the Nile River, dense forests and expansive papyrus swamps are found.
Hunts in Aswa-Lolim are available from January to the end of April/May, while Sitatunga hunting is available throughout the year.
Research your chosen game hunting trophies and know their anatomy well to ensure accurate shot placement
Ensure that your rifle selection for your Uganda hunting safari will suffice for your chosen trophies. Use a .270 to a .308 for African plains game, with a minimum of a .375 for dangerous game.
Walk-and-stalk is a common hunting method used in Uganda and requires the hunter to cover long distances, with tracking and hunting from blinds also utilized.
Although hunting in Uganda is available throughout the year, the best time to enjoy a hunting safari is during the dry seasons (December to April and then again from June to October).
When hunting in Africa, sticks are often used. Practice the use of shooting sticks as many shots will be taken while standing in rough, rugged, and uneven terrain.
African plains game hunting in Uganda involves a great deal of walking and hiking. Good physical fitness will enhance the overall hunting expedition.
With a great deal of walking comes the need for comfortable, waterproof boots. Ensure that your footwear is both practical and well-worn, as the last thing you need is blisters or ill-fitting boots causing havoc on your safari.
Ensure that you are familiar with the local hunting regulations and respect local wildlife laws and quotas.
No airlines fly directly from the United States of America to Uganda. There is at least one stop involved on the journey, with popular airlines flying into the country, including Emirates, Qatar Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and Ethiopian Airlines.
Entebbe International Airport is the hub for both domestic and international flights. The airport is situated in Entebbe, about 20 miles from the country’s capital city, Kampala.
A road transfer of around 4 hours will see you arriving at the camp for the Kafu hunting grounds to start your Uganda hunting safari!
Accommodation will include colonial-style East African safari tents or traditional grass thatched tented bungalows, depending on the concession. These semi-permanent camps and lodges are equipped with a 24/7 power supply as well as satellite internet.
Enjoy three scrumptious meals as well as further snacks daily, some of which may include local game meat (venison). Meals incorporate local ingredients, with hearty, tasty cuisine the order of the day. The field cooks prepare different styles of cuisine on safari, including Indian, African, German, Italian, and Chinese options.
An East African sitatunga safari is a specialist hunt, and the hunting area matters as much as the species list. Before booking, confirm which concession will be hunted, the sitatunga quota available for your dates and which additional plains-game species can realistically be pursued during the ten hunting days.
Hunters comparing other destinations, species combinations or safari arrangements can explore our African hunting trips or contact Game Hunting Safaris to discuss the particulars of this Uganda hunt.
Please note that terms, conditions and price are subject to change without notice and rates at the time of the hunt will apply
You can speak directly with the outfitter before booking. GHS remains available throughout the process.
Needing assistance with firearm permits and international travel services, or good taxidermists? View our affiliated companies
View Affiliated Services
