Experience Big Five hunting with a dedicated focus on Cape buffalo in South Africa.
Big Five hunting in South Africa is defined by close-range decision-making, disciplined shooting, and strict safety standards. Our Big Five focus is Cape buffalo only, hunted on foot with an experienced Professional Hunter. Each stalk is planned around wind direction, fresh spoor, and safe shot placement to ensure a controlled, ethical, and well-managed hunt.
Of all the game animals in Africa, few experiences capture the imagination quite like Big Five hunting. At AS Hunting Adventures, our Big Five focus is Cape buffalo only, offering a classic tracking safari with close-range decision-making, careful shot selection, and professional guidance throughout every step of the hunt.
John Taylor, author of “Big Game and Big Game Rifles”, wrote extensively about the importance of proper preparation when pursuing dangerous game in Africa. Cape buffalo are respected for their toughness and determination, and success depends on calm execution, the right rifle setup, and disciplined shooting under real hunting conditions.
Except for wide-open plains areas, Cape buffalo are often hunted in semi-open scrub country and wooded savanna. With the help of a competent Professional Hunter and a well-planned stalk, many opportunities present within 100 to 200 yards, and follow-up situations may require even closer distances. Wind direction, fresh spoor, and safe angles are always prioritized.
Most countries in Southern Africa specify a minimum rifle caliber for dangerous game, and Cape buffalo are no exception. Quality controlled-expansion bullets or solids are commonly recommended depending on the specific hunt plan. In this regard, always trust the advice of your Professional Hunter, practice from shooting sticks, and focus on precise shot placement above all else.
More buffalo are hunted in Africa annually than any other member of the Big Five. They are usually found in areas with densely wooded savanna where the shots can range anywhere from thirty to eighty meters. The winter months are the best time for buffalo hunting, as the leaves have fallen from most of the vegetation, and they can be more easily spotted. We recommend booking your buffalo hunt between June and September.
