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This Cape Buffalo hunt is more than an extraordinary experience, it is a chance to contribute and make a real difference. A portion of income from your Buffalo hunt supports the ASA Foundation (Adopt Schools is Africa), funding education and development of local communities, contributing to a brighter future in Zimbabwe.
Why conduct a dangerous game hunt in a high-fenced ranch, when you can hunt a monster Cape Buffalo in Zimbabwe that are roaming free, as they have been doing for hundreds of years?
Excluded in the Hunting Safari:
Dip & Pack of Trophies
International Shipping & Taxidermy
Gratuities to staff (at the hunter’s discretion)
Rifle rental @ US$ 30 per day and US$ 10 per round.
Visa payable on entry into Zimbabwe @ US$ 20
Additional animals not included in the package.
Government levies on any additional animals and trophy fees
If you want to get a Cape Buffalo in your trophy room, plus have a challenging hunt to match your hunting style and objectives, then this Buffalo hunt is the safari you have been looking for!
The Hunting Area in Zimbabwe, Matetsi (ECA)
The Matetsi ECA area in Zimbabwe is one of the largest game hunting complexes and covers an area of more than 50 000 acres, 250 square miles.The Matetsi Extended Conservation Area (ECA) is was formed by merging several game ranches that were open and unfenced to each other, creating a larger safari hunting area beyond the boundaries of the original Matetsi Units.
The Matetsi was named after the Matetsi River (named for the blue-green algae found on the rocks) which flows through the southern hunting area. Concessions in this area are famous for Big Five hunts and are also well known for the large populations of Sable.
The Flora is characterized by diverse trees like the Albida which provides food for plains game animals such as Giraffe, Kudu, Impala, Zebra, and other herbivores. Topography is 60% plains and 20% rolling hills.
Traveling to Matetsi for the Buffalo Hunt
The nearest airport to the hunting lodge, named the River Range Camp is the Victoria Falls International Airport. When booking this Buffalo hunt, it is well worth adding a day or two before or after the Buffalo hunt to visit the iconic Victoria Falls, one of the seven natural wonders of the world.
Victoria Falls International can be reached by flying directly to OR Tambo International Airport in South Africa. Airlink is a preferred airline, affordable and on time and the flight takes roughly two hours. This African regional flight (return) will cost between US$ 280 and US$ 450 depending on the season. Road transfers from the airport to the River Range camp will take approximately thirty minutes.
Cape Buffalo Hunt
When is the best season to Hunt Buffalo in Zimbabwe?
While there is not a specific hunting season and safaris can be conducted all year round, the cooler and drier months from early April to late October are preferred.Having said that, when hunting Buffalo in Zimbabwe, there is no “good or bad” time to go.
Is Matetsi a Malaria area? Yes, these hunting concessions are Malaria areas, and the hunter needs to take anti-malarial medication before commencement of the Cape Buffalo hunt. Your local physician must be consulted with a couple of weeks before commencement of the safari.
The River Range Buffalo Hunting Camp in Matetsi (ECA)
The classic safari camp has all the necessary amenities while retaining its rustic charm as a safari hunting camp. Independent brick lodges each have en-suite bathrooms, safes, outdoor showers, electricity, and a fridge. The lodge, with central dining and entertainment areas has mobile network coverage and internet.
At River Range, you will bask in the glow of the endless stars around the bonfire and listen to the roars of Lions at daybreak.
Cape Buffalo Hunting Methods
Cape Buffalo Hunt
This outfitter believes and practices fair chase principals. Buffalo hunting methods will follow the traditional way. Waterholes will be checked just after sunrise for fresh tracks, thereafter you will begin tracking on foot.
This hunt is truly a dangerous game hunting safari. You will need to be on top of your game when hunting in Matetsi. The Cape Buffalo has well-earned the name of “Africa’s Black Death.”
It is common knowledge that it takes one bullet to kill a Cape Buffalo and another ten or so to convince him of that fact. Dead Buffalos are the ones that kill.
When Buffalo hunting in Africa there is no such thing as too much gun.
Additional Plains Game Once your Buffalo is “in the Salt”
Depending on how many days are available following your Buffalo hunt, additional plains game species are available as per the below additional trophy costs: A few of the favourites in Matetsi are:
Sable US$ 5900
Livingston Eland US$ 2400
Waterbuck US$ 2400
Warthog US$ 400
Chapmans Zebra US$ 1300
Chobe Bushbuck US$ 1200
Giraffe US$ 2400
Impala US$ 400
A second Cape Buffalo can be hunted for a trophy fee of US$ 6000 (plus government levies)
If any further information is needed regarding this Zimbabwe hunting safaris, please contact the team at Game Hunting Safaris, or message Marco directly using the icons provided. to check availability, insert the preferred dates in “Request to Book” and Marco will revert.
Cancelation Policy:
No refund on any deposit will be paid if a hunt is cancelled within six (6) months of the Safari's commencement date. The operator will make all possible efforts to reschedule based on availability. • If a hunt is cancelled before six (6) months of the safari date, all efforts will be made to refund the full amount or part of the amount should the hunt be resold. Otherwise, if required, the hunt will be sold at a discount against the deposit already paid. • If the Safari Operator or the area cancels due to any reason, before commencement of the safari, the entire deposit will be refunded to the client. • No refunds will be made if the client leaves the safari before the scheduled completion date. • Fees paid for a specific trophy or daily rate at booking may not be credited towards any additional expense or alternative trophies. These extra expenses must be paid in camp in addition to the original contract.
Security Deposit ($): $3000
Details about the security deposit :
A deposit of US$ 3000 is required within 7 days of making the booking. Payments can be made online via the PayPal portal, or by direct wire transfer as per details 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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