Nile Buffalo & Plains Game Safari in Karamoja, Uganda
Booking Season: 2026
Hunt Difficulty: Difficult
Designed by Hunters, for Hunters
| Animal | Fee |
| Nile Buffalo | 4950 |
| Gray Duiker | 750 |
| Olive Baboon | 500 |
| Vervet Monkey | 200 |
| Warthog | 950 |
Traditional East African safari tents or thatched bungalows, depending on the concession. Comfortable hunting accommodation with electricity, satellite internet, daily laundry and freshly prepared meals.
Karamoja offers extensive free-range hunting country, with open grasslands, wooded savanna, rocky hills and seasonal watercourses. The varied terrain provides habitat for Nile buffalo and East African plains game, with hunting conditions differing between concessions.
| Fence Type: | Free-range |
| Hunting Ground Size: | 450000 ha |
| Nearest Town Name: | Moroto, Karamoja, Uganda. |
| Transfer From Airport: | Yes |
This nine-day Nile buffalo and plains-game safari takes hunters into Uganda's Karamoja region, where extensive savanna, woodland and open grassland provide opportunities to pursue buffalo and selected East African plains-game species.
With seven hunting days available, the safari centres on pursuing a Nile buffalo, with additional opportunities for species such as Sudan oribi, Bohor reedbuck, warthog and East African bush duiker, depending on the concession and available quota. Hunters interested in Nile buffalo hunting in Uganda can explore this shorter safari option alongside longer buffalo-hunting packages.
For hunters unfamiliar with the country's hunting areas, available species and seasonal conditions, our broader guide to hunting in Uganda provides useful background before choosing a safari.
9-Day Safari | 7 Hunting Days | 8 Nights | Excluding Trophy Fees
Rates vary according to the number of hunters and professional hunters. See the pricing table below for the available arrangements.
| Hunting Basis | Safari Rate in US$ | Royalties in US$ * | Safari Total | Animal Trophy Deposit Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 x Hunter / 1 x Guide | 13000 | 6000 | 19000 | 15000 |
| 2 x Hunters / 2 x Guides | 12000 | 6000 | 18000 | 15000 |
| 2 x Hunters / 1 x Guide | 11000 | 6000 | 17000 | 15000 |
* 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 principal objective of this safari is to hunt one Nile buffalo in Uganda's Karamoja region. With seven hunting days available, the focus is on locating a suitable mature bull, with additional plains-game opportunities depending on hunting conditions, available quota and the time remaining.
Buffalo hunting can be unpredictable. Fresh tracks may lead to a productive stalk, or several days may pass before the hunter has a worthwhile opportunity. As with other dangerous game hunts, success depends on the animals available, the conditions encountered and the decisions made in the field.
Karamoja also offers opportunities for plains game hunting, with species such as Sudan oribi, Bohor reedbuck, East African bush duiker and warthog potentially available. These provide additional hunting opportunities, but the buffalo remains the principal objective of this shorter safari.
The trophy-fee schedule below lists the species offered under the outfitter's programme. Hunters should confirm which animals are available in their allocated concession rather than assuming every species can be hunted during the same seven-day period.
| SPECIES | TROPHY FEE IN US$ |
|---|---|
| Baboon, Olive | 500 |
| Buffalo, Nile, 1st | 4950 |
| Duiker, East African Bush | 750 |
| Guinea Fowl, Helmeted | 50 |
| Hare, African | 200 |
| Oribi, Sudan | 2000 |
| Reedbuck, Sudan Bohor | 1950 |
| Warthog | 950 |
This safari is operated by Christian and his experienced Ugandan hunting team, who have been arranging hunting expeditions across the country's principal hunting regions for more than 20 years.
The outfitter operates across several hunting areas, including Karamoja North and South, Aswa-Lolim, the Kafu River Basin and Lake Mburo. Each offers different hunting conditions and species opportunities. For this seven-hunting-day buffalo safari, the specific Karamoja concession and available quota should be confirmed before booking.
A seven-hunting-day safari places particular importance on planning and realistic expectations. Nile buffalo are the principal objective, and locating a suitable mature bull may require several days of tracking. Additional plains-game opportunities should be considered alongside the time needed to pursue buffalo rather than treated as guaranteed additions to the safari.
Karamoja offers a mixture of open savanna, woodland and more broken country. Hunters should be prepared to follow buffalo tracks on foot, sometimes over considerable distances. Physical fitness, comfortable boots and the ability to move quietly through uneven terrain will make the hunting experience more manageable.
Rifle selection should reflect the buffalo objective. Hunters should discuss suitable rifles, ammunition and any applicable calibre requirements with their professional hunter before travelling. Familiarity with shooting sticks and practical field positions is valuable when an opportunity presents itself.
Hunters interested in particular plains-game species should establish their priorities before the safari. Sudan oribi, Bohor reedbuck, bush duiker and warthog may be available, but the actual opportunities will depend on the concession, hunting quota and time remaining after the buffalo hunt.
International hunters generally arrive at Entebbe International Airport (EBB), Uganda's principal international airport. Travellers from the United States normally connect through an international hub before arriving in Entebbe.
Reaching the Karamoja hunting area requires onward travel. Depending on the concession, a charter flight may be recommended because of the considerable distance involved by road.
Charter flights are not included in the advertised safari price. The outfitter can advise on available aircraft, current charter costs and the most practical transfer arrangements once the hunting location and travel dates have been confirmed.
Hunters should establish whether an overnight stay in Entebbe is necessary and how the transfer arrangements affect their arrival at camp. With seven hunting days available, it is important to understand exactly when the first hunting day begins.
Uganda's Karamoja region offers extensive hunting country, with open grasslands, wooded savanna, rocky hills and seasonal watercourses creating varied conditions for buffalo and plains-game hunting.
Karamoja North encompasses approximately 450,000 hectares across several districts. The wider region supports Nile buffalo and species such as Sudan oribi, Bohor reedbuck, Chanler's mountain reedbuck, Gunther's dik-dik, Defassa waterbuck and warthog. Other species associated with Karamoja include Jackson's hartebeest and Sudan zebra, although their presence in the region does not necessarily mean they are available on this safari's quota.
Karamoja South offers a different combination of open country, woodland and broken terrain. The wider area is also associated with Sudan roan and Sudan oribi.
For this shorter buffalo safari, the hunting area matters more than the overall size of Karamoja's hunting country. Hunters should confirm which concession will be used, whether a Nile buffalo is available on the allocated quota and which additional plains-game species can realistically be pursued during the seven hunting days.
Accommodation is provided in traditional East African safari tents or thatched bungalows, depending on the hunting concession. The outfitter operates semi-permanent camps and lodges, with electricity and satellite internet available at its established facilities.
Meals are prepared in camp, with breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks provided throughout the safari. Fresh ingredients and locally sourced game meat may form part of the menu, while local beers and wines are included in moderation.
Daily laundry and camp services are provided, allowing hunters to concentrate on the day's hunting rather than practical arrangements around camp.
This nine-day safari offers seven hunting days, with Nile buffalo as the principal objective and additional plains-game opportunities where time and quota permit.
Before booking, confirm the Karamoja concession allocated to the safari, the buffalo quota available for your dates and the trophy fees applicable to the animals you intend to pursue. Hunters should also establish the final transfer arrangements, particularly if a charter flight is required.
For hunters comparing longer safaris, different species combinations or other African hunting destinations, explore our African hunting trips or contact Game Hunting Safaris to discuss the particulars of this Uganda buffalo 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.
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