South African Plains Game Safari Trophy Nyala plus 5 Species
Booking Season: 2026
Hunt Difficulty: Moderate, Difficult
Designed by Hunters, for Hunters
The lodge offers comfortable African-themed chalets with en-suite bathrooms and a combination of modern comforts and rustic character. Guests can enjoy comfortable beds, warm showers, good meals and relaxing evenings around the fire after a day in the field. The lodge provides a peaceful base from which to explore the surrounding hunting property, with approximately six chalets available for guests.
The hunting property covers approximately 30,000 acres of varied KwaZulu-Natal terrain, including rolling hills, mountainous areas, open grassland and thick bushveld. The combination of different habitats creates excellent conditions for a variety of plains game species and provides plenty of opportunity for spot-and-stalk hunting. KwaZulu-Natal is particularly well known for its Nyala and diverse plains game populations. The province ranges from the Drakensberg Mountains through grasslands and savanna to dense bushveld, creating a varied environment for South African hunting safari experiences.
| Fence Type: | Fenced |
| Fence Area: | 30000 acres |
| Hunting Ground Size: | 12141 ha |
| Year Founded: | 1999 |
| Language Spoken By Staff: | English, Afrikaans |
| Nearest Airport Name: | OR Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg) |
| Nearest Airport Distance: | 5,5 hours drive |
| Transfer From Airport: | Yes |
Experience an exciting plains game safari in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, with a trophy Nyala and five additional species included in the package. Set on approximately 30,000 acres of diverse hunting country, this 11-day South African hunting safari includes eight full hunting days, luxury lodge accommodation, professional hunting services, and transfers from Johannesburg.
Johann has been operating hunting safaris since 1999, offering plains game and dangerous game hunts in South Africa and Mozambique. His focus is on quality hunting experiences, strong trophy potential, and personal service, while also welcoming families and non-hunting guests.
The GHS team has hunted this ranch with Johann and has first-hand experience of the property and its hunting environment.
This safari is centered around six species: Nyala, Southern Greater Kudu, Bushbuck, Warthog, Blue Wildebeest and Impala. A trophy Nyala is the featured animal, while the additional species provide a varied plains game hunting experience.
For hunters looking to combine several sought-after African species into one safari, these nyala hunts offer the opportunity to pursue one of KwaZulu-Natal's signature antelope alongside kudu, bushbuck and other plains game.
The terrain requires hunters to be prepared for changing conditions, with some areas offering open visibility while others involve thicker vegetation and more challenging stalking conditions.
Hunting is primarily conducted using traditional spot-and-stalk methods. Hunters travel through the property by safari vehicle to reach different hunting areas, with the final approach made on foot whenever conditions allow.
Ambush hunting from blinds may also be used around trails, water sources and other areas of known game movement. Hunting generally focuses on the cooler morning and late afternoon periods when animals are most active.
Hunters pursuing kudu hunting in South Africa should be prepared for the physical demands of moving through varied terrain and taking advantage of brief opportunities when a mature bull presents itself.
This safari combines a trophy Nyala with five additional plains game species on a substantial 30,000-acre property. The varied KwaZulu-Natal terrain means hunters can experience open grasslands, hills, mountains and thick bushveld during the same safari.
The package also includes five cull animals, making it possible to add additional hunting opportunity alongside the primary trophy species. With eight full hunting days, there is enough time to pursue a varied species list without trying to fit everything into an overly short itinerary.
This hunt is suited to hunters who want a varied African plains game experience with Nyala as the primary trophy. It offers a combination of open and thick terrain, several different species, and both spot-and-stalk and blind hunting opportunities.
It is also a good option for hunters who want to experience KwaZulu-Natal rather than focusing exclusively on the more commonly hunted regions of South Africa. Hunters should be comfortable walking through hilly and sometimes thick terrain and should be prepared for changing conditions during the safari.
KwaZulu-Natal offers a distinctive setting for plains game hunts, with a mixture of grasslands, savanna, mountains and dense bushveld. This diversity supports a wide range of antelope and other African game, with Nyala being one of the province's best-known species.
The varied terrain also creates different hunting scenarios throughout the day. A hunter may glass across open country in one area before moving into thicker vegetation to follow tracks or investigate fresh sign in another.
Good shot placement is essential when hunting African game, particularly when pursuing larger antelope such as Nyala and kudu. Hunters should discuss their preferred ammunition, rifle setup and shot placement with their Professional Hunter before the safari.
Our shot placement for African game resource provides additional information for hunters preparing for an African hunting safari.
The package includes 11 days and 10 nights, with eight full hunting days.
Day 1 – Arrival in Johannesburg
Arrive at OR Tambo International Airport and overnight in Johannesburg.
Day 2 – Johannesburg to KwaZulu-Natal
Meet Johann or his representative and travel approximately 5.5 hours by road to the hunting property. Arrive at the lodge and settle in for the night.
Days 3–10 – Eight Full Hunting Days
Eight consecutive full days of hunting for the six included trophy species and five cull animals. Each hunting day is followed by an overnight at the lodge.
Day 11 – Return to Johannesburg
After the final night at the lodge, travel back to Johannesburg in the morning for an afternoon international departure.
KwaZulu-Natal can offer hunting opportunities throughout the year under the applicable P3 exemption permits. The cooler months from April through October are generally preferred, offering more comfortable conditions for hunting. Summer temperatures can become extremely hot, with daytime temperatures potentially exceeding 104°F.
International hunters must obtain the necessary temporary firearm import permit before traveling with their own rifle.
The required documentation includes:
Hunters may bring a maximum of four rifles, with no more than two rifles of the same caliber, and up to 200 rounds of ammunition per caliber. Rifle rental is available at US$25 per hunting day, with ammunition charged separately at cost.
International hunters fly into OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg. The package includes an arrival night in Johannesburg, followed by a road transfer of approximately 5.5 hours to the hunting property in KwaZulu-Natal.
After completing the eight full hunting days, hunters spend their final night at the lodge before traveling back to Johannesburg the following morning for their afternoon international flight.
For hunters planning an African hunting trip, this arrangement provides a straightforward way to connect international flights through Johannesburg with a dedicated KwaZulu-Natal hunting safari.
With a trophy Nyala and five additional species included, eight full hunting days, and a varied 30,000-acre hunting property, this safari offers a focused opportunity to experience the plains game hunting of KwaZulu-Natal. For more information about this hunt, availability, additional trophy options or rifle arrangements, contact the team at Game Hunting Safaris to discuss your South African hunting safari.
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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