Immerse yourself in a classic week-long safari through the densely wooded savanna of the Bushveld. This package offers a tactical hunting experience where shots are often taken at close range, testing your stalking skills to the limit. With five popular trophies included, it is a comprehensive way to experience the diversity and rich heritage of South African plains game hunting.
This seven-day bushveld package includes trophy fees for a core set of popular plains game species, giving you excellent value while leaving time to add optional animals at list price. If an animal is not taken or wounded, you will be credited 90% of the list price on your final bill.
Follow this classic seven-day rotation designed to maximize trophy opportunities within the varied wooded savanna.
Upon landing at OR Tambo International, you will be met and welcomed for the scenic transfer north into the classic Bushveld. This first day is designed for decompression, allowing you to settle into your private camp and soak in the rugged atmosphere of the wooded savanna before the hunt begins.
The afternoon focuses on practical preparation, including a rifle sight-in at the range and a comprehensive safety briefing. Once equipment is verified, we embark on an orientation drive to scout for fresh sign. If time allows, we may conduct a brief introductory stalk to familiarize you with the local cover.
These days are dedicated to the pursuit of Kudu, Wildebeest, and other iconic species through the thick acacia and riverine bush. You will spend your mornings and late afternoons on foot, utilizing tactical stalking methods to close the distance. The dense vegetation provides an exciting challenge for both tracking and glassing.
Midday breaks are spent back at the lodge for a traditional brunch and relaxation during the heat. As the shadows lengthen, we return to the field, focusing on movement toward waterholes and known feeding clearings. Every evening concludes with a fireside meal where we review trophy photos and plan the next dawn's strategy.
A final sunrise hunt offers a last opportunity to secure any remaining trophies or simply enjoy the early-morning activity of the wild. It is a peaceful time to reflect on the week’s successes before returning to camp for a farewell brunch. We then oversee the careful field preparation of your trophies.
All administrative duties and trophy paperwork are finalized right here at the camp, ensuring a stress-free transition for your return journey. After lunch, you will be transferred back to Johannesburg for your onward flight. You depart with a premium collection of trophies and a deep connection to the South African Bushveld.
These frequently asked questions cover hunting areas, camp standards, and what a typical day looks like for both hunters and observers during your bushveld safari.
Five popular trophies are included, but you can always add more at our standard list prices. You may use the rifles of your Professional Hunter, with the only cost being the ammunition replacement. This allows you to take advantage of every opportunity that arises without worrying about your own gear's limitations.
Shots are often taken through small "windows" in the brush. We emphasize you shooting from sticks, as the uneven ground and low vegetation make other positions difficult. Our Professional Hunters help you identify the animal and ensure a clear path for your bullet, prioritizing an ethical and precise shot placement every time you encounter a potential trophy in the bush.
Yes, you will have daily laundry service provided in our camp. Your clothes will be picked up in the morning and returned clean and pressed by evening. This allows you to travel light, requiring only three or four changes of neutral-toned hunting clothes for your entire week-long adventure while you enjoy our luxury full-board safari hospitality.
You will follow the classic safari rhythm: an early start to catch the morning movement, followed by a mid-morning brunch. Your afternoons are spent either "still-hunting" through the savanna or waiting in blinds near water. The day ends with a sunset drive back to camp and a sumptuous dinner, where we recap your day's successes together.
Observers are more than welcome to join the hunters on safari to participate in the daily rhythm. Beyond the hunt, you can experience a spectacular hot air balloon safari or visit the Cheetah Centre. The camp also provides you with game drives and specialized we could offer photography workshops for non-hunters wanting to capture the incredible beauty of the South African savanna.
You are welcome to take additional trophies beyond those in your package as opportunities arise. This is subject to the availability of specific species quotas and required permits. Any extra trophies will be charged according to our current list prices.
