Elephant, Cape Buffalo, and Plainsgame Safaris in South Africa

Outfitter #117
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$395
Location:
Method:
Rifle, Archery, Crossbow
Dates:

Feb–Nov

Safari is the Swahili word for an overland journey and there is no place on earth with more game then Africa.

Our outfitter is based in the Limpopo province of South Africa. The lodge in beautifully set in a 1,200-acre bowhunting-only concession with 40,000 acres of prime any-weapon concessions surrounding.

They focus on trophy hunting for top-quality plainsgame and Dangerous 7 in South Africa, and they hold exclusive hunting rights and prime quota to some of the top hunting concessions for free-range cape buffalo and elephants. Our outfitter specializes in the Dangerous 7 and should you wish to pursue, he is happy to quote a custom package in prime concessions with dates along with securing proper permits.

Their professional team consists of some of the top PHs in the hunting industry. Their Professional Hunters are all experienced men who have been vetted for their professionalism, hunting passion, and good humor! plus, they are lucky to have two of the best trackers in southern Africa. You find everyone on the team to be friendly, professional, and good at what they do best, from your host to the professional hunters down to the ladies that clean the rooms and wash and iron your clothes. Rest assured that the team will have only your best interest at heart!

With their 80% return customs base being living proof of their premium African safari experience, you owe it to yourself to experience all that Africa can offer.

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Pricing Details

Buffalo Safaris: 

7-day Ranch hunt South Africa 1 – Mpumalanga province. Day rates plus $12,500 trophy fee

The buffalo herd on this ranch is 400 strong and approximately 10 bulls are taken every year. The rancher introduced them to his 20,000-acre ranch in 1995 and manages them extensively. The genes of the buffalo are East African and Kruger region mixed, resulting in FANTASTIC big buffalo bull trophies. Please do not let the fenced area put you off for this hunt. It is a challenging hunt for a magnificent trophy bull born and raised naturally in this environment. Expect a very hard and big bossed 42–44″ bull with a body like a steam locomotive. Minimum hunt 7 days.

7-day Ranch hunt South Africa 2: Limpopo Province. Day rates plus $11,000 trophy fee

This 18,000 fenced property borders famous reserve. The herd of approximately 350 buffalo produces an average of 10 bulls to hunt per year in the 40–42″ class with deep drops and nice curls. This is a physically demanding hunt where the hunter can walk 10 miles per day. Minimum hunt 7 days.

10-day Free-range concession open with famous reserve: Limpopo Province. Day rates plus $16,000 trophy fee

We offer 5 buffalo hunts annually in a very exclusive free-range concession open with famous reserve. The 5 lucky hunters that hunt this fantastic 40,000-acre concession have the opportunity for a rare free-range hunt for buffalo in the 42–48″ class. The area is very famous for old Dugga boys as well. Hunt among elephants and lions in one of the most picturesque places on earth! Take note that these hunts are very exclusive and very high in demand and hunters should reserve their spots well in advance. This is a physical hunt and the hunter should be in good shape to climb mountains and hills and walk an average of 10 miles per day. Minimum hunt 10 days.

Elephant Safaris: 

10-day Elephant Safaris: Day rates plus $45,000 trophy fee

We offer elephant hunts in an APNR concession without fences bordering the large famous national park. These popular hunts typically need advanced booking of 12 months or more. These hunts are for 35-year-old+ bulls and we are not allowed tusk sizes bigger than 30 pounds per side. It is an exciting hunt in large areas with free roaming lion, buffalo, and elephant. Minimum 10 days.

15-day Elephant Safaris: Day rates plus $55,000 trophy fee

This is the same area where we hunt the GIANT buffalo bulls. Our limit in this reserve is 70 pounds, so the hunter has the opportunity to hunt a large elephant bull. This is a physical hunt and the hunter should be in good shape to climb mountains and hills and walk an average of 10 miles per day. Minimum 15 days.

Day rates:

$395/day – 1×1

$350/person/day – 2×1

$175/person – hunters arrival day – non-hunting day

$175/person/day – observer

Youth under 12 – Free

$500 – vehicle – holds 1 to 3 passengers. Ground transfer OR Tambo International airport – Limpopo camp. Round trip

 

 

Trophy Fees: Antelope/Giraffe and Zebra
 Species x Trophy fee Province Species x Trophy fee Province
Blesbuck Common $450,00 All Kudu (Southern Greater) $2 500,00 Lim popo
Blesbuck White $980,00 All Kudu (East Cape) $1 380,00 Cape
Bontebok $2 500,00 Cape Lechwe $3 250,00 MP
Bushbuck Limpopo $1 350,00 Limpopo Nyala $2 650,00 Limpopo
Bushbuck Cape $980,00 Cape Oribi ***$2 185,00 Cape
Reedbuck Common ***$1 500,00 MP/Limpopo Rhebuck Vaal (Grey) ***$1 150,00 Cape
Reedbuck Mountain $880,00 All Roan Southern ***$7 500,00 Limpopo
Duiker Blue ***$1 280,00 Cape Sable Antelope $6 350,00 Limpopo
Duiker Common $450,00 All Springbok Copper $1,850.00 Cape
Duiker Red ***$1 200,00 KZN Springbuck Common $550.00 All
Eland (Cape) $2 300,00 All Springbuck Black $750,00 Cape
Eland Livingstone $2 850,00 Limpopo Springbuck Kalahari $650,00 Cape
Gemsbuck (Oryx) $1 450,00 All Springbuck White $1 550,00 Cape
Giraffe $2 300,00 Limpopo Steenbok $550,00 Cape
Grysbuck (Cape) $1,500.00 Cape Suni $1 500,00 KZN
Grysbuck (Sharpes) ***$1 500,00 Limpopo Tsessebe ***$2 500,00 Limpopo
Hartbeest (Lichtenstein) $6 900,00 Limpopo Waterbuck $2,200,00 All
Hartbeest (Red) $1 250,00 All Wildebeest Black ***$1 280,00 All
Impala (Southern) $550,00 All Wildebeest Blue $1 150,00 All
Klipspringer $1 200,00 All Zebra Burchell’s $1 450,00 All
Trophy fees: Bucket List Species – Predators and Pigs
Aardvark ***$2 300,00 MP Hyena Brown ***$1 750,00 Limpopo
Aardwolf ***$1 750,00 MP Hyena Spotted ***$2 300,00 Limpopo
African Wildcat $1 150,00 MP Genet Large Spotted $400,00 Limpopo
Baboon $400,00 All Genet Small Spotted $400,00 Limpopo
Bushpig $650.00 All Jackal (Black backed) * $300,00 All
Cape Fox ***$550,00 MP Serval ***$1 750,00 MP
Caracal $1 380,00 ALL Vervet Monkey# $300,00 All
Honey Badger ***$1 150,00 Limpopo Warthog $550,00 Limpopo
Civet $1,500.00 Limpopo/Mp Porcupine $550.00 All

*** Special permit – must arrange prior to hunt

Note: not all species are in the same region and camp transfer may be needed.

Trophy fees subject to change

Inclusions

Professional hunter
Tracker
Skinner
Meals
Alcoholic beverages in moderation
Deluxe accommodations
Permits/license
Full camp staff
Daily laundry
Airport meet and greet at closest airport
In-field trophy care

No Road transfer fees required on any Dangerous Game hunts

 

Exclusions

14% VAT on day rates

Concession transfer fee, if wanted
Dip/pack/crate
tips
Hotel before and after hunt if needed
trophy fees on additional animals

TOPS permits/special permits – if needed
taxidermy
Shipping trophies

All flights

CITES permites as needed

 

Transportation

Sample Itinerary – will vary by species you wish to hunt
Day 1: Depart from home and fly to Johannesburg, South Africa
Day 2: Arrive in Johannesburg, Clear customs, met by outfitter and ground transfer to Limpopo camp, approximately 2 1/2 hour drive.

Your scheduled trip dates – full days

Departure Itinerary
Day 1: Depart camp for Johannesburg and international flight home
Day 2: Arrive in USA, clear customs and continue home

WTA strongly suggest you hire a transition service to assist you with clearing your firearms.
Please call WTA Travel for further information at 1-800-884-9332.

Hunt Style

Physical Level:
APPROACH:
Spot and Stalk

Trip Requirements

All participants must read rules and regulations pertaining to method of take and be within the state/country’s guidelines. WTA is not responsible for failure to meet any state/country requirements.

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