Hunt Cape Buffalo in Tanzania’s Lunda Nkwambi GCA
Booking Season: 2026
Hunt Difficulty: Difficult
Designed by Hunters, for Hunters
The hunting terrain within the Lunda Nkwambi concession consists primarily of classic East African Miombo woodland, open savanna, seasonal river systems, and dense riverine vegetation. Sandy soils, floodplains, scattered rocky outcrops, and extensive unfenced wilderness create ideal conditions for traditional tracking safaris on foot while providing hunters with a true remote Tanzania hunting experience.
| Fence Type: | Free-range |
| Hunting Ground Size: | 100000 ha |
| Nearest Airport Name: | Dadoma |
| Transfer From Airport: | Yes |
**** 21 x Days of Dangerous & Plains Game Hunting
The 21-day Full Bag Safari allows hunters to pursue a wide variety of dangerous game and plains game species under the applicable Tanzanian hunting regulations and quota allocations.
* 1 x Hunter 1 x Professional Hunter
** Observers are welcome to join at US$ 300 per night
Tanzania remains one of Africa’s most respected safari destinations, renowned for its traditional East African hunting safaris, enormous unfenced wilderness areas, and remarkable diversity of wildlife species. For hunters researching classic dangerous game hunts, few countries still offer the same scale, remoteness, and authentic safari atmosphere found within Tanzania’s remote hunting concessions.
The country supports exceptional populations of Lion, Leopard, Cape Buffalo, and Elephant together with a wide variety of East African antelope and specialty species including Puku, Coke’s Hartebeest, Lichtenstein’s Hartebeest, and Grant’s Gazelle. Hunters interested in combining dangerous game with additional plains game hunts will find Tanzania to be one of Africa’s most diverse and rewarding safari destinations.
Classic tented safari camps, experienced professional hunters, skilled trackers, and vast wilderness concessions all contribute to the traditional safari experience for which Tanzania has become internationally famous among dangerous game hunters.
The Lunda Nkwambi Game Controlled Area is one of western Tanzania’s most respected wilderness hunting concessions, covering approximately 403 square miles of remote and largely untouched East African habitat. The area is renowned for its low human population density, natural beauty, and exceptional diversity of both dangerous game and plains game species.
The concession consists of varied terrain including Miombo woodland, open savanna, seasonal river systems, floodplains, and dense riverine vegetation, creating ideal habitat for a wide range of wildlife species throughout the region. These diverse ecosystems support members of Africa’s Big Five together with a remarkable variety of East African antelope and specialty plains game species. In fact, the area is estimated to support nearly 70% of Tanzania’s huntable species.
Lunda Nkwambi has developed a strong reputation among professional hunters and international safari clients for producing quality trophies under carefully managed hunting quotas and sustainable wildlife management practices. The concession is managed in conjunction with conservation initiatives overseen through TAWA, including anti-poaching programs, wildlife monitoring, and local community involvement designed to protect and sustain the ecosystem for future generations.
For hunters seeking a traditional East African safari in remote unfenced wilderness conditions, the Lunda Nkwambi concession remains one of Tanzania’s premier hunting areas.
Giles and his team have been conducting hunting safaris in Tanzania for many years, specializing in professionally managed dangerous game and plains game safaris throughout some of the country’s most remote wilderness areas.
Their focus is on delivering traditional East African safari experiences supported by experienced professional hunters, skilled trackers, quality camp staff, and carefully managed hunting concessions. Alongside producing exceptional trophies, the operation places strong emphasis on wildlife conservation, sustainable hunting practices, and supporting local communities within the safari regions.
For hunters seeking an authentic Tanzanian safari, the team offers the experience, infrastructure, and wilderness concessions required for a classic East African hunting adventure.
This Tanzanian safari offers exceptional opportunities for hunters pursuing traditional lion hunts, cape buffalo hunts, Leopard, and Elephant safaris together with a remarkable variety of East African plains game species. Few destinations in Africa still combine this level of dangerous game diversity with the scale, remoteness, and traditional safari atmosphere found within Tanzania’s wilderness hunting concessions.
For hunters interested in classic East African leopard hunting safaris, the Lunda Nkwambi concession provides ideal habitat, experienced professional hunters, and remote unfenced terrain where traditional dangerous game hunting methods are still followed.
All trophy fees include Tanzanian Government Fees, Community Development and Anti-Poaching Fees.
In addition to the traditional dangerous game species, hunters may also choose to pursue Africa’s aquatic members of the Dangerous 7. Tanzania is well known for exceptional hippo hunts together with some impressive crocodile hunts, with Nile Crocodiles in excess of 16 feet regularly taken in suitable river systems and wetland areas throughout the country.
Dangerous game hunting permits are strictly regulated in Tanzania as per the Department of Wildlife.
Tanzanian hunting regulations require a minimum caliber of .375 for dangerous game hunting. While the .375 H&H remains a respected all-round African caliber, many hunters pursuing Cape Buffalo and Elephant prefer larger calibers such as the .404 Jeffery, .416 Rigby, .458 Winchester Magnum, .458 Lott, or traditional double rifles from .470 Nitro Express and larger.
Bow hunting dangerous game is prohibited in Tanzania, and handgun hunting is not permitted. Bow hunting may however be conducted for certain plains game species under the appropriate licensing conditions.
Regardless of caliber selection, accurate shooting and a solid understanding of anatomy remain critical when hunting dangerous game in Africa. Hunters preparing for safari are encouraged to review our professional Shot Placement Guide for Hunting Game in Africa prior to arrival.
Tanzania’s regulated hunting season runs from 1 July through to 31 December, coinciding primarily with the country’s dry season when game concentrations around water sources and tracking conditions are generally at their best. While occasional rainfall may occur during November and December, these later months can still produce excellent hunting conditions throughout many regions of the country.
With its vast wilderness areas, traditional safari camps, and remarkable diversity of species, Tanzania remains one of Africa’s most respected dangerous game hunting destinations throughout the entire season.
Accommodation during the safari is provided in classic East African tented camps that follow the traditions of old-style Tanzanian hunting safaris. Spacious safari tents are positioned within the wilderness concession itself, allowing hunters to fully experience the atmosphere, sounds, and wildlife of remote East Africa.
The camps are comfortable and well equipped, with experienced camp staff, quality cuisine, and a relaxed safari atmosphere after long days in the field. Meals are freshly prepared by the camp chef and often incorporate game meat taken during the safari, adding to the authentic East African hunting experience.
Many hunters choose to extend their stay in Tanzania after the safari, particularly when traveling with observers or family members. Tanzania offers a wide variety of world-renowned travel experiences ranging from photographic safaris and cultural excursions to coastal retreats along the Indian Ocean.
Popular post-hunt destinations include the Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara region for exceptional wildlife viewing, while Zanzibar remains a favorite for those wanting to relax on the coast following the safari. For more adventurous travelers, Mount Kilimanjaro and various cultural experiences throughout northern Tanzania can also be incorporated into the itinerary.
For hunters seeking a traditional East African safari in remote unfenced wilderness, the Lunda Nkwambi concession remains one of Tanzania’s most respected dangerous game hunting destinations. With limited annual quota allocations and carefully managed concessions, hunters interested in securing this classic Tanzanian safari are encouraged to enquire well in advance regarding current availability and hunting dates.
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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