How much does a Cape buffalo hunt cost?
Cape Buffalo prices range significantly from an all-inclusive game ranch hunt in South Africa to a full blown traditional East African safari. A typical Cape Buffalo 5 – 10 day package hunt cost will range from $9,000 – $20,000. Often the lower end prices are for management bulls.
Where is the best place to hunt cape buffalo?
South Africa
The best Cape buffalo hunting in South Africa is confined to the areas around and near the famous Kruger Park. There are some Cape buffalo on private ranches, but the best trophies and larger herds are found in the famous Timbavati, Klaserie and Balule nature reserves, which adjoin the park.
How much does it cost to shoot a water buffalo?
The most affordable Water Buffalo hunts are in Argentina, where you can find a hunt priced as low as $2,500. Most hunts, however, will cost between $4,000 and $6,000, and shooting fees for Water Buffalo in South Africa are about at the same price range.
What is the cheapest animal to hunt in Africa?
For the most part, the most reasonably priced African hunts are for non-exotic species of plains game (impala, gazelle, wildebeest, kudu, warthog, zebra, eland, etc.). Hunts for dangerous game like buffalo and leopard cost more than plains game, but still probably not as much as you would think.
What is considered a trophy Cape buffalo?
The trophy quality in a Buffalo lies with its base, a hard rough and solid boss is the #1 sign of a great trophy. At times, these old bulls won’t carry a spread beyond 30” but that should never deter the hunter, as these bulls make great trophies with solid “helmets” for bosses drooping down over the eyes.
What is considered a trophy cape buffalo?
How much does an elephant hunt cost?
Total cost for a elephant hunt is $40,000 to $45,000.
Where to hunt cape buffalos in South Africa?
“Hunting in the Klaserie and Timbavati is as free range hunting as you will get in Africa.” – Graham Sales
How much does it cost to hunt buffalo in Zimbabwe?
A focussed Buffalo hunt is normally a 10 day hunt and you can expect to pay around $19,500 to $21,500 for your day and trophy fees. Book well in advance – 18 to 24 months to avoid disappointment. The Conservancy in South Eastern Zimbabwe is the largest privately owned reserve in Africa.
How to prepare for a cape buffalo hunt?
Tips on preparing for your Cape Buffalo hunt from Graham Sales himself. Hunt preview: How your hunt will be conducted and what you can expect. Graham explains. Our ethical approach to Cape Buffalo hunting. Tips on ammunition when hunting the Cape Buffalo. Get in touch.
Where to hunt buffalo in Kruger National Park?
Timbavati and Klaserie adjoin the western edge of Kruger National Park with no fence and are famous areas for big buffalo. I took a great 15-plus-year-old bull, but more intriguing was hunting for old, barren cows. Previously, I wasn’t aware that this kind of hunting was available.