Cape Buffalo Hunting in Zimbabwe incl Impala, Zebra & Baboon
Booking Season: 2026
Hunt Difficulty: Difficult
Designed by Hunters, for Hunters
Accommodation is provided in comfortable tented safari camps featuring private en-suite bathrooms, hot and cold running water, and all the amenities required for a relaxing stay in the African bush. Guests enjoy quality meals prepared by a private chef, daily housekeeping, and a traditional safari atmosphere after each day's hunt.
The Save Valley Conservancy encompasses more than 750,000 acres of free-range wilderness in Zimbabwe's South Eastern Lowveld. Hunters can expect a diverse landscape of rolling granite hills, open grasslands, teak forests, mopane woodland, and the Save River system, creating ideal habitat for leopard and a wide variety of other game species. The combination of dense cover, permanent water, and vast unfenced terrain provides an authentic and challenging African hunting experience.
| Fence Type: | Free-range |
| Hunting Ground Size: | 50000 ha |
| Nearest Airport Name: | Harare International Airport (HRE) |
| Transfer From Airport: | Yes |
The Save Valley Conservancy is widely regarded as one of Africa's premier leopard hunting destinations, offering hunters access to more than 750,000 acres of carefully managed wilderness in Zimbabwe's South Eastern Lowveld. Known for its healthy predator populations, vast free-range hunting areas, and experienced professional hunters, Save Valley has earned a reputation for producing exceptional leopard trophies year after year.
For hunters interested in leopard hunting in Zimbabwe, few areas can match the combination of habitat, game densities, and conservation success found within the conservancy. Days are spent checking bait sites, studying tracks, monitoring trail cameras, and preparing for the opportunity to take a mature tom in one of Africa's most respected dangerous game areas.
This all-inclusive safari includes the leopard trophy fee, CITES permit, dip and pack services, government levies, game scout fees, accommodation, meals, and airport transfers. Additional dangerous game and plains game species may also be added to the safari, creating a well-rounded African hunting experience in one of Zimbabwe's finest hunting concessions.
Leopard quota in the Save Valley Conservancy is strictly controlled and availability is subject to annual quota allocations.
The Save Valley Conservancy is widely regarded as one of Africa's premier leopard hunting destinations, offering hunters access to more than 750,000 acres of carefully managed wilderness in Zimbabwe's South Eastern Lowveld. Known for its healthy predator populations, diverse habitat, and strict conservation management, Save Valley has earned a reputation for producing exceptional trophies year after year.
For hunters researching leopard hunts in Africa, few areas can match the combination of habitat, game densities, and professional hunting expertise found within the conservancy. This free-range safari provides the opportunity to pursue a mature tom in one of the continent's most respected big cat hunting areas while experiencing the adventure and challenge that make hunting in Zimbabwe so highly regarded among dangerous game hunters.
The option to pre-bait before your arrival is available and recommended, helping maximize hunting opportunities during the safari. In addition to exceptional leopard hunting, the conservancy is also home to outstanding populations of elephant, Cape buffalo, hippo, crocodile, and a wide variety of plains game species, creating a true African wilderness experience from start to finish.
Your all-inclusive safari rate of US$ 25,370 includes:
Zimbabwe's annual leopard quota is strictly regulated under CITES, making quality leopard hunting opportunities limited and highly sought after. Save Valley remains one of the country's most respected leopard hunting areas, consistently producing exceptional trophies in a free-range environment.
The Save Valley Conservancy is located in Zimbabwe's South Eastern Lowveld and is widely regarded as one of Africa's premier leopard hunting areas. Covering more than 750,000 acres of free-range wilderness, the concession consists of rolling granite hills, open grasslands, teak forests, mopane woodland, and the Save River system, creating ideal habitat for predators, dangerous game, and a wide variety of plains game species.
Strict quota management helps maintain healthy wildlife populations and outstanding trophy quality throughout the conservancy. The combination of diverse terrain, permanent water sources, and abundant prey species has helped establish Save Valley as one of the continent's most respected leopard hunting destinations.
In addition to exceptional leopard hunting, the conservancy supports healthy populations of hippo hunts and crocodile hunts along the Save River, while hunters wishing to extend their safari may also consider Cape buffalo hunts in this renowned wilderness area. The variety of species available makes Save Valley one of Zimbabwe's most diverse and rewarding hunting concessions.
Leopard hunting is a highly specialized pursuit requiring patience, preparation, and attention to detail. Selected areas of the concession are baited before and during the safari, with trail cameras used to monitor activity and identify mature toms. Once a suitable leopard is located, a blind is positioned to maximize the opportunity for a safe and ethical shot.
Proper leopard shot placement is critical, particularly when hunting dangerous game. Zimbabwe regulations permit the use of artificial light for leopard hunting, allowing hunts to continue after dark and increasing the chances of success on a mature trophy tom.
Chris and her team have been guiding hunting safaris throughout Africa for more than three decades, earning a reputation for professionalism, attention to detail, and delivering exceptional hunting experiences. One of Zimbabwe's most respected outfitters, Chris combines extensive field experience with a lifelong passion for wildlife conservation and safari hunting.
While best known for conducting exceptional elephant hunts, leopard, lion, and Cape buffalo safaris, Chris and her experienced team understand what it takes to consistently produce quality trophies while maintaining the highest ethical hunting standards. Hunters can expect knowledgeable professional hunters, skilled trackers, and a dedicated camp staff committed to making every safari both successful and enjoyable.
Beyond dangerous game, the Save Valley Conservancy also offers outstanding plains game hunts, allowing hunters to extend their safari and experience the remarkable diversity of wildlife found throughout this renowned wilderness area.
While focusing on leopard, hunters may also take advantage of the excellent plains game species available within the Save Valley Conservancy, subject to available hunting time and quota.
Opportunities are also available for ducks, francolin, geese, pigeons, and doves during the safari.
This safari can be conducted throughout the year, although the cooler and drier months between April and September are generally preferred. During this period, vegetation is less dense, temperatures are more comfortable, and visibility in the field is often improved.
The Save Valley Conservancy operates under sustainable wildlife management principles designed to protect wildlife populations while supporting the people who live alongside them. Strict quota controls, responsible hunting practices, and ongoing habitat management help ensure that wildlife resources remain healthy and productive for future generations.
Revenue generated through hunting contributes directly to conservation efforts, anti-poaching initiatives, infrastructure development, education programs, and community projects within the region. By participating in a safari such as this, hunters play an important role in supporting both wildlife conservation and the long-term sustainability of one of Zimbabwe's most respected hunting areas.
Accommodation is provided in comfortable tented safari camps with private en-suite bathrooms, hot and cold running water, and all the amenities required for a relaxing stay in the African bush. Guests enjoy quality meals, daily housekeeping, and a traditional safari atmosphere after each day's hunt.
International hunters should arrive via Harare International Airport (HRE), Zimbabwe's primary international gateway. Upon arrival, Chris, Shepard, or a member of the team will meet you and arrange the transfer to the Save Valley Conservancy, which is approximately five hours by road from Harare.
The Save Valley Conservancy has earned its reputation as one of Africa's premier leopard hunting destinations for good reason. With more than 750,000 acres of free-range wilderness, carefully managed quotas, experienced professional hunters, and a proven history of producing mature trophy toms, it offers the type of safari serious leopard hunters travel across the world to experience.
This hunt is particularly well suited to hunters seeking a traditional leopard hunting safari in Zimbabwe, where success is achieved through preparation, patience, and teamwork rather than high fences or artificial conditions. The combination of excellent leopard habitat, strong game populations, comfortable accommodation, and professional guidance creates an authentic African hunting experience from start to finish.
For hunters searching for a free-range leopard hunt in Africa, few opportunities can match the quality, reputation, and wilderness experience offered by the Save Valley Conservancy.
If you would like additional information about this leopard hunting safari, available dates, trophy expectations, or travel arrangements, our team will be happy to assist. To check availability or discuss your hunting objectives, submit an enquiry and Chris will personally review the details and respond with the best available options for your preferred 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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