South Africa is calling with an exciting hunting safari, offering four species on one spectacular hunt! This challenging hunting adventure is set in South Africa’s Lowveld region, close to the famous Kruger National Park. Harvest Africa’s notorious Cape buffalo, as well as an Impala, a Warthog, and a Blue Wildebeest on one hunt in South Africa.
Cape Buffalo hunting is done by tracking spoor. On the hunt you will get up close and personal with the Cape Buffalo. Be sure you know your shot placement on a buffalo… Are you ready for the “Widow Maker”, up close and personal. This is a dangerous African hunt and a wounded Cape Buffalo is exceptionally dangerous.
Impala are common antelope that are a must-have for any hunter’s trophy collection. Impala can also provide a tasty meal for the table during a hunt and offer a unique and beautiful trophy to take home. A Blue Wildebeest is a very resilient antelope and shot placement on a wildebeest is critical. The walk and stalk method will work best early in the morning, or the animals are out grazing.
Warthog usually drink daily, so hunting warthog over a water hole is usually the most successful method, besides just getting lucky and spotting a big boar. Sitting in a blind over a water hole is a lot of fun! Warthog are perpetually on the move and shooting one can prove to be challenging.
The Game Hunting Concession in Mpumalanga, SA
Located outside Nelspruit and close to the famous Kruger National Park, the game lodge is set in the majestic Louw’s Creek mountains. It offers hunting enthusiasts untamed and natural hunting grounds, sure to not only meet but exceed your expectations! Enjoy an African safari set in the heart of the Mpumalanga bush veld!
The Hunting Lodge in South Africa
The lodge consists of chalet rooms equipped with king-size beds and en-suite bathrooms. Each bathroom has both a bathtub and shower, where basic amenities like soap, shampoo, and towels are provided. The lodge has electricity, but backup generators are in place should there be any power failures. Keeping in touch with friends and family back home is easy with the lodge’s WiFi which is easily accessible.
The family-friendly lodge boasts two swimming pools are well as an outside play area for children, while the braai area and fire pit provide the perfect backdrop and some mesmerizing views for some sun downers after a hectic day plains game hunting!
Traveling for the Hunt in South African
Hunters will land at Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport and from there take a domestic flight to Kruger Airport. Airlink is recommended for this flight route as this airline is not only affordable (US$ 150 to US$ 200 return), but also professional, on time and equipped to safely transport firearms.
Africa Sky Boutique is recommended for hunters spending a night in Johannesburg. Management of the hotel assists with road transfers to/from OR Tambo International. They can also deal with all rifle import permits and obtain per-clearance approvals, thus avoiding delays. For further information, see “Affiliate Services” below.
Should hunters prefer a road transfer from Oliver Tambo Airport to the hunting lodge, Peter can arrange and the cost (depending on fuel costs at the time of booking) will be approximately US$ 800 return. The road transfer takes approximately 5 hours.
When is the best time to Hunt Cape Buffalo in Mpumalanga?
South Africa is not regulated with regards to a specific hunting season and Plains Game Hunts can take place throughout the all year. The cooler months, which run from April to October are preferred. In summer, the temperatures are just to high. The drier months see the grasses being shorter in the veld, and the bush veld not as dense, both of which allows hunters to more easily spot their prey.
The months of November through to February are also the rainy season. Rain showers and bad weather can continue for days, literally placing a “damper” on the South African Hunt.
Rifles and Permits for a Hunt in South Africa
While the provision of a suitable hunting rifle is included on this African hunt, you may want to bring your own, being familiar and knowing trajectories etc. To import a firearm into South Africa for the purpose of hunting, you will need to complete a SAPS 520 form which you can obtain online.
International hunters bringing their own rifles will need to provide copy passports, copy airline tickets, letter of invitation from Peter, proof of ownership (Customs declaration form 4457 for US citizens).
South African is renowned for its exceptional African plains game hunting options, and this hunting safari will not disappoint. Additional plains game species are available on request. Have a chat to Peter.
How much “gun is enough” on a Cape Buffalo Hunt?
On a Cape Buffalo hunt, we at Game Hunting Safaris are firm believers that there can never be “too much gun”. As much as shot placement is always a critical factor, the hunter needs a rifle with stopping power. Buffalo can weigh in at in excess of 2000 pounds.
A .375 loaded with decent quality 300 grain bullets is the minimum legal requirement when dangerous game hunting in South Africa. But bigger caliber rifles such as a .458, .458 Lott, .404, .416 are also recommended along with any big double.
When making your choice of what rifle to bring, as a rule of thumb bring the biggest caliber that you can accurately shoot and handle with confidence.
If any further information is required relating to this plains game hunt in South Africa, contact the team at Game Hunting Safaris, or message Gerhard directly using the quick message icons provided.
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