Hunting in Tanzania: Two Cape Buffalo Trophies in the Selous
If hunting in Tanzania is on your bucket, then Cape Buffalo hunting in the Selous must be top of that list! Enjoy the excitement of a free-range hunt in the 127,000-acre Iluma WMA, hunting not one but two majestic Cape Buffalo trophies in untamed Tanzania.
US$ 26,000 (Incl. Trophy Fees)
10 x Days and 11 x Nights on a Dangerous Game Safari!
*1 x Hunter 1 x Professional Hunter
** Observers welcome at US$ 400 per night
*** Rifle Rental available: .375 at US$ 60 per hunting day. Ammunition at Cost
Hunting Cape Buffalo in Tanzania
Often referred to as “Africa’s Black Death” or the “Widow maker,” the Cape Buffalo is renowned for its aggressive and unpredictable nature. It has certainly earned its spot in Africa’s Big 5, as one of Africa’s most dangerous animals to hunt on foot.
The Hunting Safari Includes: (and Trophy Fees)
• 2 x Cape Buffalo
The Buffalo Hunting Grounds
Situated in southern Tanzania, the Iluma WMA in the Selous is a 127,000 free-range concession and the perfect backdrop for game hunting in Tanzania. Hunting in this concession takes place between 01 July to 31 December and offers varied trophies for the discerning hunter.
Incorporating miombo woodlands, floodplain grasslands, and riverine forests, the region is renowned for its dense vegetation. It supports a wide range of wildlife, including members of the Big 5 (Lion, Leopard, Cape Buffalo, and Elephant), carnivores such as the Hyena and Wild Dog, and numerous African plains game species, including the Eland, Bushbuck, Puku, Sable, and Kirk’s Dik-dik.
The Kilombero River flows through the hunting block, and the camp is located adjacent to the river, providing excellent game viewing and stunning perspectives of Tanzania’s wilderness.
Your Outfitter on the Buffalo Hunt in Tanzania
Hasheem was born and raised in Selous National Park, and his love of wildlife, nature, and conservation was instilled at a young age. Hunting and conservation come naturally to Hasheem, and it made sense for him to pursue a career where his passion for nature and the wilderness is utilised. He started his own fishing and hunting safari company more than 10 years ago and is well-placed to make your Tanzanian dream safari a reality!
Hasheem and his team provide exceptional service, with assistance from the very beginning and continuing with firearm import permits, meet-and-greet upon arrival, as well as the care and attention to detail that comes to the fore during the hunt itself.
Included in this Cape Buffalo Hunt:
*** Two Cape Buffalo Including Trophy Fees
• Meet and greet by the team on arrival in Dar es Salaam
• All necessary Hunting Licenses and Permits (10-day regular license)
• Conservation Fees per hunter
• Services of PH, Trackers, Skinners, Chef, and Camp Staff
• Field Preparation of Trophies and delivery to Dar es Salaam
• Accommodation with full board (Breakfast, lunch, supper, and snacks)
• Daily laundry service
• Soft drinks and water
• Safari Tented Accommodation
• On Territory Transport (4 x 4 Vehicle)
• One Gun Import Permit
This Dangerous Game Safari Excludes:
• Trophy fees for any additional animal killed, wounded, and/or lost.
• Firearm Import Licenses (One gun import fee – US$ 300)
• Import fee on ammo (Max 100 cartridges per caliber)
• Any pre- or post-safari accommodation
• Dip and Pack of Trophies @ US$ 1500
• Trophy Shipping Costs
• Hunting VISA (point of entry into Tanzania) US$ 50
• Trophy Export Permit (US$ 200)
• Observers @US$ 400 per day
• Gratuities / Tips for Staff (At Hunter’s Discretion)
• Wine, beer, and any other alcoholic drinks
• Return road transfer from Dar es Salaam to Iluma Concession in Selous (8hr) at US$ 3,000 OR return transfer from Morogoro to Iluma Concession (US$ 1,200). Please note that hunters will still need to take an electric train from Dar es Salaam to Morogoro for US$ 410 (return). The train journey lasts 1.5 hours, with the road transfer from Morogoro to the Selous concession then shortened to 3 hours.
• One Rifle import fee (US$ 300) per rifle
• Transport by road to/from hunting is (US$ 500 per journey)
• Extra car by client request / including driver and fuel: US $400 per day.
Additional Trophies
The Selous is renowned for its exceptional African plains game trophies. Should you wish to hunt any of these available species, pay only the additional trophy fee.
Additional Species Available in the Iluma WMA, Selous:
| SPECIES |
PRICE PER TROPHY IN US$ |
NO OF ANIMALS AVAILABLE |
| Common duiker |
600 |
1 |
| Grysbok |
530 |
1 |
| Lichtenstein Hartebeest |
1,100 |
1 |
| Common Reedbuck |
650 |
1 |
| Bohor Reedbuck |
1,300 |
1 |
| Baboon |
250 |
2 |
| Bushpig |
600 |
1 |
| Dik-dik |
600 |
1 |
| Wildebeest |
1,300 |
1 |
| Zebra |
1,800 |
1 |
| Impala |
1,000 |
1 |
| Steenbok |
575 |
2 |
| Warthog |
700 |
1 |
Traveling to the Cape Buffalo Hunt in the Selous
• Hunters need to fly into Julius Nyerere International Airport in Dar es Salaam.
• There are two options from Dar es Salaam – either an 8-hour road transfer to camp (US$3000 return) or a train ride from Dar es Salaam to Morogoro (1.5 hr) at US$410 return after which the drive to camp is then shortened to 3 hours at US$1200 return.
• Alternatively, a charter flight is available at an additional fee.
Hunting Lodge in Tanzania
The camp and accommodation in the Iluma WMA have been constructed next to the Kilombero River, allowing spectacular views of the area and its resident wildlife. Enjoy comfortable, tented accommodation during your stay, featuring en-suite bathrooms and Wi-fi.
Meals are enjoyed in a communal thatched dining area, with tasty and nutritious cuisine prepared and served by the resident cooks and including fresh fruits, vegetables, and local ingredients. You can expect to enjoy some meat (venison) from recent hunting safaris during your time in Tanzania, as well as a traditional braai (BBQ).
Health Requirements when Game Hunting in Tanzania
The following vaccinations are required before entry into Tanzania:
• Yellow Fever: This is only required if you are arriving from or transiting for more than 12-24 hours from a country with a high risk of yellow fever transmission, and is NOT required if you are traveling directly from the US or Europe.
Apart from being up to date with your routine vaccinations, it is also recommended to include the following in your regimen: Rabies, Meningitis. Polio, Tdap Vaccine (Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis), Typhoid, and Hepatitis A & B.
Why should hunting in Tanzania be a Bucket List Activity?
The region is renowned for its abundant and diverse game species within the untamed and untouched Tanzanian wilderness. Hunters experience a range of landscapes while hunting in the region, including woodlands, grasslands, forests, rivers, swamps, and miombo bush. Hunting in the regions is strictly regulated, with quotas and guidelines ensuring sustainability. The revenue received from hunting safaris funds conservation, anti-poaching initiatives and programs, as well as local community development.
The Iluma concession is home to exceptional quality, mature trophies, including the Cape Buffalo. Additionally, it allows hunters the opportunity to experience African hunts of old, with tented camps and the chance to relive the hunts of old, such as those of legendary hunter Frederick Courtenay Selous.
Hunting in Tanzania remains a privilege. Cape Buffalo hunting in this pristine and untamed wilderness is some of the best dangerous game hunting in Africa. Don’t miss out.
If any further information is required regarding this hunt in Tanzania, or you are seeking a custom hunting safari including additional hunters, please contact our team at Game Hunting Safaris or message Hasheem (outfitter) directly using the quick message icons. If you would like to check availability, please insert dates in the” Request a Quote” link. Hasheem will revert.
