Trophy Hunting in Zimbabwe does not get better than this
This is your opportunity to go plains game hunting in Africa with one of Zimbabwe’s leading outfitters on a fair price, fair chase hunting safari.
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Observers welcome at only US$ 300 per day
Hunting in Zimbabwe for plains game offers hunters a unique opportunity to explore “The Dark Continent” in a safe easily accessible environment.
The hunting grounds are a mere sixty miles from your point of entry into Zimbabwe, which will be into Bulawayo International Airport. This means less wasted time travelling, more to for hunting adventures. Zimbabwe is a highly sought after African destination plains game hunting and this hunting concession has it all covered.
Zimbabwe is also a primary hunting destination for dangerous game hunting and offers big 5 species such as Elephant, Lion, Leopard and Cape Buffalo hunts.
This concession is known to produce exceptional trophies and here a 60-inch Kudu bull is very possible.
This privately owned concession has the largest herd of Sable in Zimbabwe. There will be enormous Sable bulls available.
Plains Game Hunting in Zimbabwe is most certain a dream African safari.
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Kudu are often referred to as being the equivalent of “Africa’s Elk”, or also famously known as “The Grey Ghost”. This spiral horn antelope is one of the species that is normally at the top of any hunters African “Bucket List”.
Kudu are found in most areas of Zimbabwe are sought after by hunters for their remarkable spiral horns, SCI minimum score is 121 using method 2.
Kudu prefer the hilly habitat and one of their favourite tricks to avoid hunters in to stand dead still. No permits are required when Kudu hunting in Zimbabwe.
When hunting Eland in Zimbabwe, note that you will be hunting what is known as a Livingston or Patterson Eland. They have stripes compared to Cape Eland. A mature Bull will a tuft of dark brown/black hair growing down his forehead, often referred to as a “Kuif” by many Afrikaans Africans.
You will also note while on the Eland hunt that both males and females have horns, while the male, bigger in the body will also have a dewlap. No permits are required when Eland hunting in Zimbabwe.
This majestic large antelope is often referred to as “The Prince of Africa”. Sable have incredibly sharp horns with lightning-fast reflexes and can get quite aggressive.
Hunters need to be exceptionally careful when approaching this antelope as a Sable do an immense amount of damage. These antelope are difficult to spot in the longer grass, and if your shot placement INSERT LINK https://gamehuntingsafaris.com/shot-placement-large-antelope/ is not perfect, it will definitely be a challenge to bring down this large antelope.
No permits are required when Sable Hunting in Zimbabwe
Tsessebe are classified as medium sized antelope can be quite difficult to spot in the longer grass. As a defense mechanism against predators, Tsessebe prefer open areas and cover ground at a rapid rate being Africa’s fastest antelope.
Tsessebe make incredible trophies and it really is a privilege to be able to hunt these magnificent antelope.
No permits are required when Tsessebe hunting in Zimbabwe
Giles promotes family friendly hunts, and this is the ideal area for children to explore and enjoy African landscape. As the sign at the entrance of the hunting concession says, “Welcome to Paradise”.
This family hunting ranch is owned and managed by 3rd and 4th generation Zimbabweans who have been running hunting safaris for over forty years. This dedicated team of professionals knows how to conduct a safari.
Frequent visitors to the ranch also include, African Wild Dogs, Black Backed Jackal and even Cheetah’s are migratory visitors.
Health: This plains game hunting concession is MALARIA FREE
Following and early breakfast and coffee, you will leave camp and head off to the hunting grounds. As the concession is so large, a four-by-four truck will be used to cover more ground.
Ridges and valleys will be glassed and once a potential trophy has been spotted, you and your professional hunter will devise the plan on how to best stalk the antelope on foot. The best time for to hunt these spiral horn antelope will be on the early mornings and late afternoon.
Like with most large antelope species, there are a few options which can be considered. Kudu, Cape Eland and Sable need a larger caliber with a little more “punch” than smaller rifles such as .243 or .270.
As ethical hunters, we want to ensure that antelope are hunted following humane practises.
When hunting in Africa, we would recommend any thirty-calibre shooting a flat trajectory, such as 30.06 or a 300 Win Mag.
Your professional hunter will recommend you taking the broadside shot into the vital organs. The heart and lungs present a good size target and a well-placed bullet into this area will be fatal.
The hunting lodge is set in the shade of a riverine forest overlooking a busy waterhole with a swimming pool and a comfortable “Meru Style ensuite tents.”
The friendly and well-trained team of staff will look after your every need and cuisine will be traditional African home-cooked fare. The chef will gladly made perfect backstraps grilled over the open flame. The meat harvested from these antelope is some of the best in Africa.
Best Time to go Hunting in Zimbabwe
The preferred season for plains game hunting is during the dry season, when the grounds are drier, and temperatures are lower. This season runs from April to August.
Summer months can be incredibly hot which can lead to dehydration.
A plains game hunt in Zimbabwe is one of the most memorable and adrenaline filled safaris you will ever experience. Nothing is quite as special as a Zimbabwe hunting safaris.
If you have any queries relating to this hunt, please feel free to contact our Game Hunting Safaris team, or message Giles via the links provided.
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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