| Animal | Fee |
| Blue wildebeest | 1500 |
| Zebra | 1000 |
| Common Eland | 2800 |
| Common Waterbuck | 2000 |
| Roan | 6000 |
| Sable | 5500 |
| Black Impala | 2000 |
| Black Springbok | 1000 |
| Black Wildebeest | 1500 |
| Blesbok | 500 |
| Common Reedbuck | 2200 |
| Copper Springbok | 1000 |
| Fallow Deer | 800 |
| Impala | 600 |
| Red Hartebeest | 1200 |
| Springbok | 500 |
| White Springbok | 1000 |
| Blue Duiker | 1800 |
| Gray Duiker | 400 |
| Klipspringer | 2000 |
| Mountain Reedbuck | 600 |
| Steenbok | 400 |
| Baboon | 300 |
| Black backed Jackal | 300 |
| Bushpig | 1000 |
| Giraffe | 3000 |
| Ostrich | 500 |
| Porcupine | 200 |
| Warthog | 800 |
This exclusive property provides premium, high-end lodging for up to 12 guests sharing, or 6 guests in single occupancy, ensuring the highest level of comfort.
The Eastern Cape Hunting Grounds The Eastern Cape offers hunters breathtaking scenery, an array of landscapes and terrain, and quality trophies. The landscape and terrain in the area include rugged mountains, rolling savannah, and dense valley thickets. Be prepared for a challenging adventure in trying conditions, set to test a hunter’s skills and perseverance. The diverse vegetation, ranging from arid Karoo scrub to lush riverine forests, ensures a unique challenge for every hunt, blending spot-and-stalk techniques with thrilling close encounters to get the adrenaline pumping and creating unforgettable memories. The hunting grounds near Cradock feature a mix of rugged mountains, rolling savannah-like grasslands, and dense valley thickets, reflecting the region's diverse topography.
| Fence Type: | Fenced |
| Hunting Ground Size: | 23674 ha |
| Language Spoken By Staff: | English |
Hills: 20 %, Mountains: 20 %
Fields/Bush: 60 %, Forest: 20 %
| Nearest Airport Name: | David Stuurman Airport (Port Elizabeth International Airport) |
| Nearest Town Name: | Cradock |
| Transfer From Airport: | Yes |
Booking an African safari is easy.
Convincing your wife to spend nearly two weeks in a hunting camp can be considerably more difficult.
That is one of the reasons this Eastern Cape buffalo safari stands apart from many traditional dangerous game hunts.
While the focus remains firmly on pursuing mature bulls during a classic Cape Buffalo Hunt in South Africa, the overall experience extends far beyond the hunt itself. Set on a private reserve near Cradock, guests enjoy accommodation more commonly associated with luxury safari lodges than traditional hunting camps.
After a day spent tracking buffalo through the Eastern Cape bushveld, hunters return to spacious suites, exceptional dining, and the comfort of a newly built five-star lodge designed to provide a premium safari experience from arrival to departure.
For observers and non-hunting guests, the reserve offers a wide range of activities, including guided photographic safaris, game drives, birdwatching, horseback riding, fishing, wellness treatments, yoga sessions, spa experiences, and sundowner excursions overlooking the surrounding landscape.
The result is a safari that allows hunters to pursue one of Africa's most respected dangerous game animals while enjoying one of the finest Dangerous Game Hunts available in South Africa. At the same time, spouses, family members, and friends can enjoy an equally memorable African safari experience.
Safari Price: US$12,000 per Hunter
Trophy Fees: Included (1 × Cape Buffalo)
Duration: 12 Days / 11 Nights
Hunter Configuration: 1 Hunter × 1 Professional Hunter
Observer Rate: US$250 per Day
This safari is focused entirely on pursuing a mature Cape buffalo bull in South Africa's Eastern Cape Province. Conducted on a premium private reserve, the hunt combines traditional buffalo hunting with luxury accommodation and professional guiding.
The safari price includes accommodation, meals, guiding, hunting services, and one Cape buffalo trophy.
Additional costs may include rifle ammunition, dip and pack services, taxidermy, shipping, gratuities, international and domestic flights, hotel accommodation before or after the safari, and any additional trophies harvested during the hunt.
A mature Cape buffalo bull is not measured by horn width alone.
Experienced hunters often place just as much value on age, character, and presence. Heavy bosses, worn horn tips, scars earned through years of fighting, and the unmistakable look of an old warrior bull all contribute to what makes a buffalo truly memorable.
The Eastern Cape has earned a strong reputation for producing quality buffalo trophies, with mature bulls regularly carrying impressive horn measurements while still displaying the hard-earned characteristics hunters travel to Africa to find.
What many first-time buffalo hunters discover is that the hunt itself often becomes as memorable as the trophy. Early mornings, fresh spoor, long stalks through thick cover, and the constant awareness that you are pursuing one of Africa's most respected dangerous game animals all combine to create an experience unlike any other form of hunting.
A mature buffalo bull rarely reaches old age by being careless. Years of surviving predators, droughts, hunting pressure, and competition from younger bulls create animals that are alert, cautious, and remarkably resilient. The closer the distance becomes, the more respect these animals tend to command.
Standing face-to-face with a mature buffalo at close range remains one of the defining moments of any African safari. It is an experience that continues to place Cape buffalo among the most respected trophies available through our Cape Buffalo Hunts collection.
When many hunters think of South African buffalo hunting, their minds immediately jump to Limpopo.
The Eastern Cape offers something different.
Characterized by rolling hills, broken valleys, thick bushveld, and expansive landscapes, the region provides a hunting experience that feels distinct from many of South Africa's northern hunting areas. The terrain creates natural stalking opportunities while offering spectacular scenery that surprises many first-time visitors.
The Eastern Cape has also become increasingly popular among American and international hunters due to its malaria-free status, excellent infrastructure, and ease of travel. Combined with quality trophy management and professional hunting operations, the region has developed a reputation as one of South Africa's most rewarding safari destinations.
For hunters seeking a classic Hunting in South Africa experience without travelling to some of the continent's more remote destinations, the Eastern Cape offers an attractive balance of accessibility, comfort, scenery, and exceptional hunting opportunities.
Every year, American hunters arrive in Africa to pursue their first Cape buffalo. Choosing the right destination is often one of the most important decisions they make.
The Eastern Cape offers several advantages. International travel is straightforward, the region is malaria-free, English is widely spoken, and the hunting infrastructure is among the best on the continent. Hunters can focus on the experience itself rather than navigating complex travel logistics.
This safari is particularly appealing to hunters making the transition from plains game hunting to dangerous game. Professional hunters, experienced trackers, quality accommodations, and well-managed hunting areas create an environment where hunters can concentrate on the challenge of pursuing a mature buffalo bull.
For those seeking their first buffalo, the combination of accessibility, comfort, and exceptional trophy quality makes the Eastern Cape one of South Africa's most attractive dangerous game destinations.
One of the reasons this safari appeals to both hunters and observers is the balance between adventure and comfort.
Reaching the hunting area is straightforward. Hunters typically arrive through OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg before connecting to Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth). From there, a comfortable road transfer of approximately two and a half hours brings guests to the reserve near Cradock in the Eastern Cape.
Once in camp, guests enjoy accommodation that rivals many of South Africa's premier safari lodges. Spacious suites, exceptional dining, attentive service, and first-class facilities provide a welcome contrast to the excitement and intensity of the day's buffalo hunt.
For spouses, family members, and non-hunting observers, the experience extends well beyond the hunt itself. Photographic safaris, birdwatching, horseback riding, fishing, spa treatments, wellness activities, and sundowner excursions provide plenty of opportunities to enjoy the African bush while hunters are in the field.
It is a combination rarely found on traditional buffalo hunts and one of the reasons this safari continues to appeal to American and international hunters travelling with family or friends.
A mature Cape buffalo bull may be the reason most hunters book this safari, but the experience often becomes about far more than a single trophy.
The anticipation of cutting fresh spoor at first light, the challenge of closing the distance on an old bull, the Eastern Cape landscapes, and the camaraderie shared around camp all become part of the story. Long after the horns have been mounted, these are often the memories hunters talk about most.
Combined with luxury accommodation, professional guiding, and one of South Africa's most respected buffalo hunting regions, this safari offers a balance rarely found elsewhere. It delivers the challenge and excitement serious hunters seek while providing the comfort and hospitality that make the overall experience enjoyable for hunters and observers alike.
If you would like to discuss safari dates, trophy expectations, travel arrangements, or additional hunting opportunities, the Game Hunting Safaris team would be delighted to assist in planning your next African hunting adventure.
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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