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Situated on 250 ha in Bela-Bela (Warmbad), Limpopo
The Wild Fig Bow Hunting Lodge is ideal for family and friends, church or other groups who want to experience nature and game viewing at its best within an hour or two from the hustle and bustle of the large cities. At this lodge, we focus on bow hunting, but rifle hunts are also allowed.
Our six en-suite luxury chalets are clean and spacious. Option of two 6-bed, two 4-bed and two 2-bed thatched chalets with single beds and own bathroom; shower and toilet, bedding included.
A fully spacious communal self-catering facility is available to all guests.
Non-hunters can enjoy a relaxing time going on walks, game drives or relaxing by the pool, enjoying the quietness of nature.
There is a spacious children’s playground with a Jungle Gym, swings, see-saw, trampoline and enclosed pool.
The Wild Fig Outfitters
Embark on a journey of a lifetime and experience some of the best bow hunting experiences South-Africa has to offer close to the major metropolitan areas of Johannesburg and Tshwane.
Hunting can be undertaken from beginning of May to the end of August. We hunt mainly from 5 well-established hides around waterholes and seeding areas; we also allow walk and stalk.
Hunt in the malaria-free and game-rich Limpopo region of South Africa. Enjoy our luxury lodge accommodation. Non-hunter members of your group will have a great time too, with lots to see and do in this exciting region. We look forward to sharing the magic of South-Africa with you.
*Please note that if your group have only 1 hunter you may be sharing the lodge and hunting area with another group*
A 5-star Family Weekend
The NextHunt team visited The Wild Fig Bow Hunting Lodge with friends and family (including lots o' children) during September 2017. A mere 130 km from Pretoria got us there (just outside of Bela-Bela) in around 90 minutes.
Upon our arrival we were impressed by the staff's warm and friendly greeting and the venue's comfortable accommodation with en-suite bathrooms. There are 2x6 sleepers, 2x4 sleepers (2 beds and 2 bunks) and 2x2 sleepers along with a main lodge consisting of a spacious living room, dining room, kitchen (oh the kitchen!) and pantry with more than enough fridges and other appliances.
At the center of the camp is the fire pit, where we spent the evenings around a big fire, while the guys braaied on the side.
A splash pool (locked behind a gate and fence for wandering children) offered some respite against the dry bushveld heat. The kids area kept them playing for hours and gave us time to relax.
In being a bow hunting farm, the animals weren't skittish or as scared of the vehicles as one would expect towards the end of a hunting season, which made for an enjoyable game drive.
Despite being a bow hunting farm, the owner will allow rifle hunters towards the end of the season and with prior arrangement. For rifles, a 100m range with a proper shooting bench provided opportunity to sight our rifles. If you ask nicely, you can go to the 1000m range, if you're up for it. The 250 hectares might sound small, but a walk down to the gate will definitely give you a decent workout. Predominantly bushveld, with some open plains where longer shots may be required. There are a few ground and elevated hides from where your quarry may be taken, unless you opt for a walk and stalk. Blue wildebeest, blesbuck and impala were in no shortage, but please don't shoot the friendly (pet?) nyala and kudu bulls that come to drink water behind the chalets every night!
There were cleaning staff around to keep the kitchen in top shape, which was so nice not to worry about (this isn't charged extra, so remember to tip).
The Wild Fig is open throughout the year for hunting as well as non-hunting bookings, so feel free to take the family through, even if you don't intend to hunt.
In summary
- Beds: Fresh & clean
- Plumbing: Good, clean, plenty of hot water
- Service: Always friendly
- Cost: Very low
- Animals: Plenty
- Value: Excellent
We've already booked our next trip to The Wild Fig and we suggest you do the same!
Situated on 1,500 ha in Virginia, Free State
Goldfields Hunting Safari's is situated on the banks of the small Doringriver 8km outside of Virginia towards Theunissen/Bloemfontein in the Free State.
We offer you a scenic safari and hunting experience with lots of plains game accommodated by grasslands, bushveld and the river spiraling down the middle of the farm.
We cater for everyone's needs whether it be a luxurious stay in one of our luxury tents/chalets with a fully equipped Restaurant and bar on the riverbank OR a tranquil, relaxing stay in our self catering hunters Bushcamp.
R1800 per day for the entire camp, regardless of number of guests. Camp sleeps 12 people. 50% deposit to secure booking.
Donkey, fully equipped kitchen, braai area, no electricity. Bring own bedding.
Shooting range: 100m - 280m
No day fees, no slaughter fees, no bakkie fees. Cash bar at lodge.
Open 12 months of the year.
3 hours (300km) drive from Pretoria. 90min (140km) from Bloemfontein.
Situated on 1,500 ha in Griekwastad, Northern Cape
Rifle hire available at R1000 ammunition included.
Full catering available for an additional R450
Rate includes wood, PH, guide, slaughtering and cooling.
Horseback hunting can be arranged at R500/day.
Wingshooting available at R1000 per gun per day.
Bowhunting available at R1500 per bowhunter per day.
Minimum caliber of .270 required for large game.
Game drives available.
Children under 12 half price at R250. Children under 3 Free.
Cell phone and internet reception on the farm.
Account can be settled through cash or EFT on the farm.
Minimum of 4 hunters, 4 days during May-August.
JAGPRYSE VIR 2019
BILTONG / TROFEE / TROFEE MATES
Bastergemsbok : R40 000 / R65 000 / 26 inch
Barbary Sheep : R15 000 / R25 000 / 28 inch
Blesbuck : R1 500 / R2 500 / 15 inch
Blue Wildebeest: R5 000 / R6 500 / 28 inch
Bontebok : R20 000 / R20 000 / 13 inch
Bushbuck : R15 000 / R20 000 / 15 inch
Buffalo: On Request / 40 inch
Duiker : R5 000 / R8 000 / 4.75 inch
Eland : R12 000 / R18 000 / 35 inch
Gemsbuck: R6 500 / R8 500 / 38 inch
Golden Wildebeest : R30 000 / R55 000 / 28 inch
Giraffe : R25 000 / R25 000 / inch
Kudu: R8 500 / R16 500 / 48 inch
Copper Springbuck : R5 000 / R12 500 / 13,5 inch
Lechwe : R15 000 / R25 000 / 25 inch
Nyala : R15 000 / R25 000 / 26 inch
Red Hartebeest : R5 500 / R6 500 / 23 inch
Impala : R1 500 / R2 500 / 23.5 inch
Rooiribbok : R5 500 / R8 500 / 7.25 inch
Simetare : R25 000 / R25 000 / 36 inch
Springbuck : R1 250 / R2 500 / 13.5 inch
Steenbuck : R3 000 / R5 000 / 4.5 inch
Black Impala : R30 000 / R55 000 / 23.5 inch
Black Springbuck : R5 000 / R8 500 / 13,5 inch
Black Wildebeest : R3 500 / R5 500 / 25 inch
Sable : R35 000 / R55 000 / 40 inch
Fellow Deer : R5 500 / R5 500
Tsesebi : R20 000 / R20 000 / 13 inch
Grey Rheebuck : R2 500 / R5 000 / 7.5 inch
Warthog : R1 500 / R1 500
Ostrich : R2 500 / R2 500
Waterbuck : R6 500 / R8 500 / 28 inch
White Blesbuck : R2 500 / R5 000 / 15 inch
White Springbuck : R5 000 / R12 500 / 13,5 inch
Zebra : R6 000 / R6 000
Situated on 2,000 ha in Alldays, Limpopo
Jagseisoen: 1 April - 9 Oktober
Spyseniering beskikbaar (Brunch and aandete):
Volwassenes – addisionele R150/dag
Kinders – addisionele R50/dag
Dag fooie sluit in
Luukse lugversorgde grasdak ontspan lokaal, (DSTV), snoekertafel, volledig toegeruste kombuis met potte, panne, braai gereedskap en breekgoed (24 persone), yskaste en vrieskaste, 4 sakke ys daagliks, hout, linne en handdoeke.
Bediendes maak beddens op, ruim op en was skottelgoed. 4 gidse, afslag van wild, koelkamer , 2-rigting radio’s en jagvoertuig om wild op te laai
Vermaaklikheid
Swembad (ouers self verantwoordelik vir kinders se veiligheid) pooltafel, veerbord (eie pyltjies), DSTV, Wildbesigtiging asook Krokodil besoek.
Leeuplaas besoek kan gereel word teen koste.
Vleisverwerking
Vleisverwerking en sny van biltong – R5 per KG. Volledig bewerk R10 per KG.
Gidse en Bediendes is na-ure beskikbaar @ R100 per uur.
Bring asb. u eie VLEISHOUERS, SPESERYE, DERMS en VET saam om biltong en droë wors te maak, asook SWARTSAKKE en KOELHOUERS vir die vervoer van die vleis.
Geen jag op voëls word toegelaat nie.
U jag te voet – geen jag vanaf voertuie nie, behalwe indien gestremd.
4 Jagters jag vroeg oggend & 4 jagters – 14h00 tot 17h00.
Akkommodasie
1. BOMA KAMER (1x dubbelbed, 2 x ¾ bed ) 3 persone of (1 paar + 2 kinders)
2. ZEBRA FAMILIE (1 xdubbelbed,1 x ¾ bed, 1x enkel bed) 3 persone of (1 paar + 2 kinders)
3. ZEBRA KAMER (1 x dubbelbed, 1 x ¾ bed) 2 persone of (1 paar + 1 kind)
4. OUT OF AFRICA (1 x dubbelbed, 2 x ¾ beddens) 4 persone of (1 paar + 2 kinders)
5. BIG FIVE (1 x dubbelbed, 2 x ¾ beddens en 1 enkel bed) 5 persone of (1 paar + 3 kinders)
6. CHEETAH KAMER (1x dubbelbed ) 2 persone of (1 paar)
7. CHEETAH CUB (2 x ¾ beddens) 2 persone of (1 paar)
8. BUFFELBULLE (5 enkelbeddens - badkamer onder) 5 persone
TOTAAL 23 beddens 26 persone (7 pare)
Minimum 6 persone en 3 nagte per bespreking
GENIET U VERBLYF OP LUBBESTLUST – WILD IS VOLOP
Goue Wildebees M - R20 000
Goue Wildebees T - R30 000
Situated on 2,000 ha in Lephalale (Ellisras), Limpopo
Rhuma Ranch
- Rhuma Ranch South Africa opens the gates to abundant African Bushveld with various wild animal species.
- Our ranch is a hunting & game breeding recreation venture consisting of 2000ha hunting area, divided into seven camps. Five of which can be hunted on foot.
- Our keen rangers are to point out various hunting sites, surrounded by breath taking scenery of the true “Bushveld” experience which will captivate and rejuvenate your senses and make you forget all about the city life.
Accommodation
- Rhuma Ranch offers accommodation in five luxurious chalets.
- Waterbuck Chalet: Sleeps 6 persons. Consists of two queen sized beds and two single beds, an en-suite bathroom with a shower. Equipped with a tv,bar,fridge,safe and air conditioner.
- Kudu Chalet: Sleeps 6 persons. Consists of three queen sized beds, an en-suite bathroom with a shower. Equipped with a tv,bar,fridge, safe and air conditioner.
- Eland Chalet: Sleeps 5 persons. Consists of one queen sized bed and three single beds, an en-suite bathroom with a shower. Equipped with a tv,bar,fridge,safe and air conditioner. This chalet is wheelchair friendly.
- Giraffe Twin Chalets: Sleeps 3 persons per unit. Two joining chalet’s, both with a queen sized bed and a single bed, an en-suite bathroom with a shower. Equipped with a tv,bar,fridge,safe and air conditioner.
- Waterhog Chalet: Sleeps 4 persons. Consists of a queen sized bed and two single beds, an en-suite bathroom with a shower. Equipped with a tv,bar,fridge,safe and air conditioner. This chalet is not on the main Lodge.
- Included in the daily rate:
- Early morning coffee/tea served with rusks.
- Brunch.
- Snacks.
- Dinner.
- Fresh linen and towels.
- Cold room facilities.
- Hunting vehicles.
- Caping and trophies.
- PH services/ feld guide.
- Fire wood.
- Skinners and trackers.
- Lodge facilities.
- Accredited 100m shooting range use.
Included in the price is Catering, PH, Skinner, Trackers, Hunting.
Excluded in the price is VAT at 15%
Hunting
- Upon arrival, the signing of a consent agreement is compulsory.
- No hunting allowed on Sundays.
- No hunting of any female species is allowed during 1 September - 31 March.
- Hunting at night is not allowed.
- Rifles with calibers less than .243/6mm are not allowed.
Situated in Balfour, Mpumalanga
Blesbuck rams under 15": R1650
Blesbuck rams over 15": R1950
TO BOOK A DAY HUNT: Select the ARRIVAL DATE as the day of the actual hunt, then select the DEPARTURE DATE as the next day, i.e. as if you're booking for 1 night, when in fact you are actually booking for 1 day, the arrival day.
Situated on 55,000 ha in Stampriet, Hardap
Welcome to Hartebeestloop
Accommodation NAD 600.00 pp/night
Vehicle charge NAD 20 per km
Slaughtering small NAD 60.00
Slaughtering large NAD 125.00
Cooling facility NAD 150.00/day
Hunting permit NAD 200.00 per hunter
Black face Impala Female : NAD 1500.00
Black face Impala Male : NAD 2500.00
Trophy Caping: NAD 250.00
Catering: POA
Laundry: POA
Accommodation
Okongona Haus has a mximum capacity of 12 adults. This residence offers a modern hunting cabin experience. A lovely TV lounge allows guests the opportunity to break away from the group and unwind after a long day. An inside bar, allows guest to mix up and enjoy refreshments in a professional manner. The bar is fitted with a full bar fridge and 4 revolving liquor dispensers. The bar looks out on the patio.
The patio boasts an epic boesman-braai, built-in braai and a purposefully oval shaped table for those lovely family-friend dinners and lunches. The residence is fitted with a refrigerator and freezer in the kitchen. A gas stove and oven is located in the kitchen for all your cooking needs and ample space allows guests to prepare meals with ease.
The rooms have an array of comfortable beds and mosquito nets toe ensure a good nights rest.
A minimum of NAD 40,000 worth of game must be hunted per booking. Full payment to be made prior to leaving the farm.
See the Okongona Jaghuis profile here
See our promotional video here
Situated on 4,000 ha in Burgersdorp, Eastern Cape
Situated in the wide expanse of the Gariep Karoo, Gariep Eco Reserve comprises the best of the South African heartland. Bright stars at night, contrasted with the sun’s glowing warmth during the bright of day promises a world where your love of the African soil is only surpassed by its unending splendour.
Gariep Eco Reserve is a working farm that offers discerning guests the opportunity to spend time in a vast expanse of unspoilt land. Our guest farm is situated at Badsfontein, near Venterstad and the Gariep Dam in the Eastern Cape.
Accommodation
2 x Chalets with 2 ensuite rooms sleeping 2 pax per room / Each chalet also has it's own kitchenette with 1 or 2 bunk beds sleeping an additional 2 or 4 pax
1 x Backpackers room ensuite with 2 bunk beds sleeeping 4 pax
1 x Central unit with lounge, dining room, kitchen and walk in fridge.
2 x Farmhouse Annex with 2 x Ensuite rooms and dining area sleeping 4 pax
Self catering rates: R600 per person sharing per night.
Catering available: Includes 2 meals and a light breakfast at an additional R400 per person
There is cellphone reception and free WiFi at the Lodge and Farmhouse.
There is also a swimming pool at the Farmhouse.
Hunters fee: R250 per day (includes: hunting vehicle, skinning of game and cooling facilities).
Trophy skinning/salt: R150 per animal
Wingshooters gun fee: R750 per gun per day
Game drives: R150 per persons, up to a maximum of 4 persons. R600 for 5 and more persons, up to a maximum of 9 persons. Game drive duration is more or less 2 hours.
Rifles with silencers are preferred.
Minimum 2 hunters and 2 nights per reservation.
Prices exclude VAT
Situated on 180 ha in Bothaville, Free State
Schoongezicht is presies wat dit sê in die naam. As jy lus is om weg te breek van jou besige alledaagse lewe, kom ontspan hier op ons plaas met sy skone uitsig.
Geleë in die Noord Vrystaat net buite Bothaville lê 'n pragtige stukkie grond wat 'n werkende plaas is en ook 'n verskeidenheid wild op loop.Op Schoongezicht kan jy vergeet van jou sorge en besigheid by die huis en lekker ontspan in 'n selfsorg plaashuis wat 12 mense kan huisves in 5 ruim kamers met meestal en-suite badkamers.
Of jy nou kies om op die stoep te sit en die beeldskone uitsig in te neem, 'n staproete deur die wildskamp te volg of net 'n lekker vleisie te braai onder die sterreruim; jy is verseker om lekker te ontspan hier op die plaas.Vir die warm dae is daar lugreëling en 'n lekker swembad om in af te koel en vir die koue dae is daar 'n heerlike kaggel om by te ontspan miskien met 'n lekker rooiwyntjie in die hand.
Daar is 'n veilige 4km pad wat deur die plaas loop, vir die wat net die natuurskoon wil waardeer of so bietjie vars lug nodig het.
Akkommodasie
Huis slaap 12 maar is baie ruim en plek vir ekstra beddens of matrasse kan gereël word.
Kamer 1 – Dubbelbed met En-suite badkamer
Kamer 2 – Dubbelbed met En-suite badkamer
Kamer 3 en 4 – Dubbelbeddens en deel ‘n badkamer
Kamer 5 – Dubbelbed en 2 enkelbeddens met En-suite badkamer
TV en musiek stelsel beskikbaar (bring eie DSTv dekodeerder)
Lugversorging vir die warm dae
Swembad/ Splashpool
Groot Kaggel vir die winters aande
Ten volle gemeubileerd en toegerus
Beddegoed en Handdoeke word voorsien
Pryse van diere sluit nie BTW in nie.
Kinders onder 12 betaal halfprys as gaste, of volprys as jagters. Schoongezicht is selfsorg (self-catering). Doen asb vroegtydig navraag indien spyseniering benodig word.
Walk & stalk is die voorkeurjagmetode, alhoewel daar ook 'n skuiling en so paar bosse is vir die boogjagter.
Ons sien uit daarna om jou op Schoongezicht te verwelkom. Jy is gewaarborg om ontspanne en herlaai hier weg te ry.
Daar is ‘n groot verskeidenheid boksoorte op die plaas, maar slegs die volgende beskikbaar vir jagdoeleindes hierdie jaar:
- Springbokke – R1200
- Blesbokke – R1800
- Wit Blesbokke – R1800
- Groot Eland bul – R15 000
- Waterbok bul (trofee) – R8000
Hunting season: May - August
Situated in Aroab, Karas
Louwsvley is geleë 28km vanaf Aroab en sowat 68km vanaf die Suid-Afrikaanse grens Rietfontein. Jagters kan ontspan in ons volledige toegeruste selfsorg jaghuis waarin 12
persone kan oornag. Kom bederf jouself en ervaar ‘n Kalahari jag-avontuur van ‘n leeftyd!
Wild Beskikbaar:
• Gemsbokke @R3000
• Springbokke @R30 p/kg (vel aan/harslag in)
Verblyf:
Netjiese jaghuis @R350 p/p per nag
• 12 Beddens (linne word voorsien)
• 2 Badkamers
• Elektrisiteit 24/7
• Ingerigte kombuis met alle toebehore
• Moderne braaigeriewe
• Pooltafel en darts
• Vuurmaak put (Bonfire)
• Wifi
Vervoer:
• Jagbakkie teen @2500 p/dag
• Eie vervoer ook welkom
Ekstras:
Braaiboom
• Buitelig braai/kuier area ten volle toegerus in wildskamp.
Braaipakke
• Vleis, wors en sosaties kan vooraf bestel word vir gebruik tydens verblyf.
Vleisverwerking
• Alle wild gejag word verwerk, verpak en gevries teen addisionele koste
(Sien vleisverwerkingspakket aangeheg)
VLEISVERWERKING 2019 (Ons stel voor dat al die vleis verwerk word, want ons het nie `n koelkamer om karkasse te hang nie).
Vrieskamer BESKIKBAAR TEEN R350 PER DAG PER GROEP
Slaglammers: (prys sal voorsien word in 2019) OPGESAAG, VAKUUMVERPAK EN GEVRIES. MOET VOORAF BESTEL WORD.
Algemene Inligting:
• DERMS, SPESERYE EN VET KOM ADDISIONEEL BY.
• JAGTER KAN SELF DERMS, SPESERYE EN VET VOORSIEN INDIEN SO VERKIES.
• GEEN KOEL HOUERS WORD BENODIG NIE. VLEIS WORD GEPAK EN GEVRIES IN MAKLIK HANTEERBARE PAKKE.
• ALLES WORD DUIDELIK GEMERK OM ENIGE VERWARRING TE VOORKOM.
• SLAGFOOI-GROOTWILD R100 EN KLEINWILD R50.
Opsie 1
R4/KG: Heel stukke (kakas-gewig)
HEEL STUKKE WORD SKOONGEMAAK EN VERPAK SODAT DIT KAN GEVRIES WORD.
Opsie 2
R8/KG: Bulk (+- 10kg) verpakking (karkas-gewig)
SNY VAN BILTONG, WORSVLEIS, STEAKS EN OPSAAG VAN BENE.
Opsie 3
R10/KG: Gewone (+- 500gram - 1kg) verpakking (karkas-gewig)
DIE MAAK VAN BILTONG, STEAKS, NATWORS, DROë-WORS, KAASWORS, MINCE EN OPSAAG. SOOS JAGTER VERKIES.
Opsie 4
R12/KG: Vacuum (+- 500 gram - 1kg) verpakking (karkas-gewig)
DIE MAAK VAN BILTONG, STEAKS, NATWORS, DROë-WORS, KAASWORS, MINCE EN OPSAAG. SOOS JAGTER VERKIES.
Totale koste (wild + verwerking) kan ook naastenby voorsien word, afhangende van die opsie wat die jagter verkies en tipe verwerking.
INLIGTING RONDOM PERMITTE VIR GEWERE EN VLEIS UITVOERE.
GEWEER-PERMITTE
• ‘n Uitnodigingsbrief word benodig van die plaaseienaar/jaginstansie en word dan geneem na die naaste polisiestasie in SA om aansoek te doen vir ‘n geweer uitvoerpermit
na Namibië.
• By die Namibiese grens word die uitvoerpermit ingegee en hulle verskaf dan ‘n invoerpermit vir die geweer om oor die grens te reis. Invoerpermit word weer benodig met vertrek by die grenspos.
VLEIS-PERMITTE
(Jagseisoen is vanaf 1 Mei tot 31 Augustus)
• Die Jagter moet aansoek doen vir ‘n vleis-invoer permit in Pretoria vir ‘n maksimum van 500kg.
• Die plaaseienaar/Jag-instansie gaan neem ‘n jagpermit (R100) uit in Keetmanshoop, Namibië en ‘n kwitansie (R50) vir die vleispermit teen R150 per persoon.
• Die Jagter gebruik die SA-vleispermit en kwitansie van Namibië tesame met sy Nam-jagpermit om die vleis oor die grens te neem. Dis slegs moontlik by die Ariamsvlei en Noordoewer grensposte om vleis deur te neem.
• Ariamsvlei is 170km vanaf Louwsvley geleë.
• Noordoewer is 400km vanaf Louwsvley geleë.
NB: MAAK ASB. SEKER DAT U PASPOORT BY AL 2 GRENSPOSSTE (NAMIBIA EN SUID-AFRIKA) GESTEMPEL WORD MET BINNEKOMS EN VERTREK.
DAAR IS OOK ‘N ‘ROADFUND’ WAT MOET BETAAL WORD BY DIE NAMIBIESE GRENSPOS VIR ALLE INKOMENDE VOERTUIE.
KINDERS ONDER 18 JAAR HET SEKERE DOKUMENTE NODIG AAN DIE RSA KANT INDIEN NIE SAAM MET AL 2 OUERS OOR DIE GRENS BEWEEG NIE.
(Ons kan u van die nodige inligting voorsien indien nodig)
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AANWYSINGS VANAF RIETFONTEIN/AROAB
Draai links by die kruising(stopstraat) in Aroab (Vulstasie is regs)
Ry verby die Privaatskool op jou linkerkant. Draai links by die T-aansluiting op die Karasburg-pad en ry oor die brug. Na +- 2km op die Karasburg pad draai links by die T-aansluiting
op pad nr D622.
Na 28 km, 2de plaas op linkerkant. Naambord op linkerkant.
Situated on 2,000 ha in Alldays, Limpopo
Adamsrust Game Farm
- Adamsrust Game Farm is situated near Alldays in the beautiful bushveld of the Limpopo Province. Where you can relax in peace and find that long awaited answers for the questions you have been avoiding for so long. Where for once you could be selfish with your time to take in the beautiful night sky, break of dawn or the sun set over a baobab tree. Listen to the bark of an Impala ram the calling of... jackal or the laughing of a hyena.
- With over 20 game species to see on more than 2000 hectares. Adamsrust also offer our clients the option of a visit to a crocodile farm or lion farm.
Accommodation
- Adamsrust can accommodate up to 14 guests in our bush camp Self-service or Catered, Hunting groups, Family groups and Corporate groups.
- There are four rooms.
- The first room has a double bed and a single bed with an en-suite bathroom.
- The second room has seven single beds.
- The third room has one double bed with an en-suite bathroom.
- The fourth room has two three quarter beds with an en-suite bathroom.
- Minimum of 3 nights and 4 Hunters each hunter with his own rifle need to be booked.
Accommodation rates
- R500.00 per person/per day (Hunter, self catering)
- R400.00 per person/per day (Non hunter, self catering)
- R300.00 per child/per day (Hunter, self catering)
- Children under 13 stay for free if they do not hunt if they do hunt normal prices apply
Catering Opsions are excluding accommodation rate:
- R750.00 per person per night alcohol included ( Local wine, beer and spirits)
- R500.00 per person per night exluding alcohol
Included in rate::
- Field Guide
- Cleaning of camp once a day
- Skinning
- Wood in moderation. If extra is needed it will be available @ R100 per 50kg bag
- Picking up and dropping of hunters and animals hunted (in the morning and afternoon).
- Cooling facilities.
Hunting
- Caping of trophy animals:
- Cooking of Skulls or Teeth R150 per skull
- Small animals: R250.00 per buck.
- Big animals: R350.00 per buck.
- Full Cape: Price on Request
- Giraffe : Price on Request
- Slaughtering of animals for biltong hunters is free of charge. When salting is required an additional fee of R80.00 is charged.
- No alcohol consumption will be allowed before or during a hunt.
- If a PH is required, an additional fee of R2500.00 will be charged per day/per PH neeeded.
- Minimum of 4 and maximum of 8 hunters per hunting session. There are two hunting sessions each day, in the morning and in the afternoon.
- Guides and slaughterers working after 18:00 need to be paid overtime by the hunter at R50.00 per hour per person working.
Meat Processing
Meat processing service is available. On the day of departure your meat will be processed and packaged as requested or delivered in Gauteng.
Meat processing is done @ R25 p/kg
Situated on 7,000 ha in Van Reenen, KwaZulu-Natal
Zandriver Valley Lodge is situated between the towns of Ladysmith and Van Reenen, along the Sandspruit River, and is the perfect halfway point between Durban and Johannesburg, just 2.5 kilometres off the N3.
The lodge accommodation comprises of three units, of which two units feature lounges with DStv, open-plan kitchens, and four-seater dining table, while one unit features a double bed, an open-plan bathroom, and a furnished deck. The property also offers guests a boma with braai facilities, a lapa equipped with DStv, and parking on the premises.
Guests can enjoy many great activities in the area, including game viewing of the Kudu and Impala, fishing, bird watching hiking the wondrous hills, and canoeing on the river. Early in the morning and late in the afternoon, the wildlife will keep you company.
Mountain bikes are welcome (the roads are well-maintained, with beautiful surrounds), or go for a game drive in the comfort of your own vehicle. While you're in the area, be sure to make a turn at the well-known Zandspruit Padstal (biltong shop).
Terms of Payment
Deposit: 50% of accommodation to secure booking.
Balance of accommodation: 10 days after booking
Game: Onsite
Zandriver Valley Lodge bied selfsorg-akkommodasie in die vreedsame Afrika-bosveld en is gerieflik geleë net 'n entjie van die N3 af tussen Van Reenen en Ladysmith. 7000ha se vlaktes, valleie, heuwels en bosveld sal jou jag by Zandriver onvergeetlik maak.
Akkommodasie bestaan uit selfsorg-chalets wat slaapplek het vir tot 4 gaste. Die chalets is in die bos en in die natuur geleë met wild wat op jou drumpel wei. Twee Chalets is toegerus met 4 driekwartbeddens, 'n badkamer met 'n stort, 'n sitarea en 'n oopplan-kombuis en -eetarea. Die kombuis is toegerus met 'n yskas, 'n mikrogolfoond en 'n oondjie en stoof. 1 Chalet is gepas vir 2 gaste en bestaan uit 'n dubbelbed, 'n badkamer met 'n bad en 'n dek buite. Gaste het toegang tot 'n boma-vuurmaakplek en 'n lapa-area wat vir klein funksies en konferensies geskik is. Die lapa-area het 'n TV met DStv en het plek vir 30 - 36 gaste.
Kinders onder 12: Gratis
Impala Chalet
Slaapplek vir 4
Enkelbed of 3/4-bed
Alleenstaande Eenheid
Vlakvark Chalet
Slaapplek vir 4
2 enkel- of 3/4-beddens
Alleenstaande Eenheid
Kudu Chalet
Slaapplek vir 2
Dubbelbed
Alleenstaande Eenheid
Die ligging is ideaal vir gaste wat uit die stad wil ontsnap. Gaste kan die koedoes en rooibokke dophou by die dam en ook die verskeidenheid voëllewe bewonder. Doen dinge in die omliggende omgewing sluit visvang, stap, voëlkyk en bergfietsry met menigde roetes oor verskillende moeilikheidsgrade in (visvang en voeljag moet vooraf gereel word). Zandriver Valley Lodge is 17 minute vanaf Van Reenen, 26 minute vanaf Ladysmith en 60 km van die Drakensberge af geleë. Nambiti Privaat Wildreservaat is 'n uur se ry van Zandriver af.
Koelkamer: R300 per dag
Betaling:
- Eerste 50% van akkommodasie fooie is betaalbaar aan NextHunt om die bespreking te bevestig.
- Tweede 50% van akkommodasie fooie is direk betaalbaar aan die plaas 10 dae voor aankoms.
Situated on 2,900 ha in Thabazimbi, Limpopo
Lentegeur Wildlife is a beautiful 2900 hectare game farm which is located in the heart of the South African bushveld, near Thabazimbi (Limpopo province). As game breeders we are passionate about our animals and the health of their habitat, a natural balance nurtured by all of our team.
We would love to share this passion with you! Wether you are looking for your next hunting trip, a relaxing stay in one of our camps, or to interact and learn more about the wild, Lentegeur Wildlife is the place for you!
OUR STORY
Lentegeur Wildlife was founded in 1997 as a hunting destination for both local and international clients. Lentegeur Wildlife is a proudly family owned and managed company.
The owner, Maurits van de Wetering, is a first generation South African born from Dutch immigrants. He studied engineering, worked at, and later became a share holder of a trailer manufacturing company in Pretoria. In 2001 he bought his first farm and started game farming part time. He bought Lentegeur Wildlife in 2009 and moved with his wife Annemarie and six children to Thabazimbi.
Lentegeur Wildlife management was taken over by Maurits and since then the company started with big changes. The 1800ha farm was cleared of invasive plant species over a period of 5 years. This project has increased the grassing capacity of the farms between 4-8 fold. In 2009 Lentegeur Wildlife also immediately started with building of breeding camps for Sable, Nyala and Buffalo. By September that year the first breeding stock was bought and delivered to Lentegeur Wildlife.
The commercial hunting side of the company temporary stopped after 3 hunting seasons to allow for the expansion for the breeding programs over the initial 1800ha property. In 2015 Lentegeur started looking out for adjacent or nearby land for expansion. A 1100 ha adjacent farm was bought mid 2016 and a new hunting lodge was immediately build and hunting started again in March 2017. The model of having a breeding farm on the one side and a hunting lodge on the adjacent farm proves to be a big success. Book your stay with us to experience game farming first hand.
Accommodation
- This thatched roof building is very private and offers a fire place Lapa area with braai area, kitchen and two bathrooms each with a shower.
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Bedding, wood and toilet paper are provided. Please bring your own towelsCamp is served daily
Morning or afternoon Game drives (R200pp)
Minimum 2 hunters and 3 nights per booking.
Bookings will only be accepted arriving 14:00 Wednesday to Sunday 10:00 or from Sunday 14:00 to Wednesday 10:00.
Prices are indicated exclusive of 15% VAT, which will be charged at settlement of account.
LENTEGEUR WILDLIFE IS A PROUDLY FAMILY OWNED AND MANAGED COMPANY.
NextHunt Review
The NextHunt team recently visited Lentegeur Wildlife near Sentrum in Limpopo.
We were shown around by owner Maurits van de Wetering in his 2900 hectare paradise. Maurits has spent 6 years and a lot of money to de-bush half the farm to transform it into the original savannah which it used to be before cattle was introduced close to a century ago.
The animals are evidently very happy with the abundance of grass and in very good condition. Very large herds of Impala dominate the scenery along with many Kudu, Blue wildebeest and Waterbuck.
Although the savannah is beautiful to see and loved by the animals, it will challenge hunters as cover is also limited.
The other part of the farm is still covered by dense bush and large trees. These bushes also contain large amounts of animals and although they may be more difficult to spot, hunting should be easier.
The accommodation at Lentegeur's Monkey Thorn camp is appealing in aesthetics as well as practice. The camp has two dorms with en-suite bathrooms, ceiling fans and air conditioning, sleeping a total of 12 people. A communal kitchen and lapa is situated in-between the dorms. Additional accommodation is available in the farmhouse which is currently being renovated as well as a guest suite close to the main house.
Maurits (jokingly?) guarantees that if you don't have your cross-hairs on an animal within 10 minutes of leaving the camp, that animal is free. It took us 4 minutes.
Lentegeur promises to be an unforgettable hunting trip and is now also a recommended NextHunt destination.
January 2019
Situated in Vredefort, Free State
Kokolofitwe is a modest game lodge situated on the rim of the Vredefort Dome – the largest meteor impact crater on earth and a UNESCO World Heritage site.
A mere two-hour drive from Johannesburg, the lodge offers stunning views of the Free State grasslands and the perfect breakaway from city life.
The name Kokolofitwe is derived from the Basotho word for secretary bird, of which there are several breeding pairs surrounding the lodge. The birds are regularly seen roaming the grasslands, hunting for small mammals, amphibians and reptiles.
Accommodation
1. Double En-suite Rooms
Room 1 and 2 are fitted with two single beds each. Their bathrooms have only showers in them.
Room 3 and 4 are a bit larger and are fitted with double beds. Both their bathrooms have showers and baths installed.
All rooms above are fitted with bar fridges and kettles.
All rooms above are fitted with air conditioning.
Towels and bedding provided.
2. Double Tent and Thatch Roof House
The permanent tent is fitted with a double bed as well as a single bed.
It has an en-suite bathroom with and outside shower.
The thatch roof house serves as a common kitchen area for the lodge. It has two fridges, a stove and indoor braai facility.
The loft of the thatch roof house is fitted with a double bed and two single beds.
Towels and bedding also provided.
Its bathroom is fitted with only a bath.
Adults: R350.00 per person per night
Children under 12 years: R285.00 per child per night
Accommodation rates include:
- Bed linen and towels
- Two kitchens equipped with fridges and freezers, stove top ovens, microwave ovens and cutlery
- There is a boma for campfires and braai's as well as an indoor braai in the event of rain
- Daily cleaning of rooms, kitchens and braai areas
- 1 x 20 kg wood per group per day (Additional wood is available at R65.00 per bag)
- Swimming pool, table tennis, badminton and other games.
The entire lodge can be booked out for only R4000.00 per night. Comfortable accommodates 17 persons.
Hunting fees:
Day hunters: R500.00 per day
Overnight hunters: R350.00 per day
Non-hunters: R200.00 per day (Non-hunters who utilise the accommodation are not charged an additional day fee).
Day fees are applicable to every hunter who enters the field.
Day fees are added to accommodation costs (where relevant) and includes the following:
- Hunting guide
- Slaughter
- Use of cooling facilities
- Use of shooting range
Hunting vehicle: R250.00 per day
The fee is applicable regardless of how many hunters enter the veld on the vehicle.
The use of own vehicle for hunting is permitted only if the hunting guide drives.
Situated on 4,600 ha in Mariental, Hardap
Farm Duineveld is situated 170km's South of Windhoek.
3x Bungalows, sleeps 3 each.
Accommodation includes all meals.
There is a cash bar available with both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
Rifle hire: R350.00 per hunter per day. Ammunition: R40.00 per round
There is a fully equipped and licensed butchery on the farm. Processing of meat: R10.00 per kg
Situated in Escourt, KwaZulu-Natal
ALL GAME INCLUDED IN THE PRICE!!
Leopard's Lair extends a kindhearted welcome to all families and provides a fun, relaxing and child friendly environment. The farm is a perfect destination for those guests who enjoy the outdoors. The farm is conveniently situated between Durban and Johannesburg, a mere 10kms off the N3.
Leopard's Lair allows guests to relax with their family and friends in the historic thatched cottage that is set out in the magnificent gardens, at the heart of the active maize and cattle farm. The cottage can accommodate 7 guests in their lovely spacious bedrooms, with five single beds and one double bed.
Leopard's Lair cottage has a fully equipped kitchen, lounge, fireplace for those cold winter evenings, a bathroom and dining room area. End off your day with a true South African braai, just as the sun sets, showing off its marvelous colours on the Lowlands Valley.
The conventional farmyard is definitely a thrill for all the children, with all the occasional calves and lambs to feed, turkeys, bunnies, guinea pigs and eggs to gather. The farm has abundant birdlife, including the Blue Crane. Ideal for hiking, painting, biking, farm tracks to venture out on and photography. Not to mention the extremely rare and endangered butterflies - Dingaan's Widow, Estcourt Blue and Mooi River Opal...
Guided Vermin Hunting at Leopard's Lair
Spitzkop Farm is a working farm with maize and livestock. Vermin (warthog, bushpig, jackal etc.) hunting is therefore a productive pastime. Stay at Leopard's Lair Lodge for the weekend and experience some top quality guided vermin hunting at no additional cost.
Other activities
Fishing
Game Viewing Farm life
Coffee and Tea
Private Entrance
Garden
Lounge
MTB Trails
Hiking
Bird watching
Well situated
Cottage
Included in the price:
Accommodation (1 double bed, 5 single beds)
Breakfast
Dinner
Fire wood
Ice
Coffee and Tea
Fresh milk
Hot showers
Electric blankets
Game hunted
Minimum of 2 nights stay, minimum 2 adults. Maximum 6 Hunters.
Children u/6 R800. Children u/2 stay free.
Situated on 4,300 ha in Modimolle (Nylstroom), Limpopo
**2020 SPECIAL** 10% discount on all animals on all hunts that take place before 17 May 2020.
Beestpoort hunting Safari’s is located in the Limpopo Province. We are 140 km north of Pretoria with 20 km gravel road. The farm is situated on the edge of the Springbuck flats and Waterberg Mountains – home to the many species of plains game in Africa.
1-Day hunts also available.
We have a meat buy back option on Zebra and Giraffe.
We provide a full load of wood for your hunting weekend
You can also stay in the Lodge.
NextHunt Review: Welcome to warthog paradise
The NextHunt team recently visited Beestpoort for a very enjoyable hunt. We stayed in the Plaashuis and whilst you should not expect luxury, you can expect everything you'll need in the house, including new beds and mattresses (bring your own linen) as well as good service and good guidance by their young and energetic PH, Marnus.
There is absolutely no shortage of game and although the game is managed well in order not to make them too skittish, you should not expect it too easy. As it still hadn’t rained by the end of August, the bush was naturally very brown and in some areas somewhat barren, however the animals didn’t want for grazing and were in very good shape. If you are looking for warthogs, welcome to warthog paradise.
The terrain varies between thick bush, open plains and rocky hills. You soon get a good idea which areas each specie prefers. Some areas on the farm are inaccessible during the rainy months due to the slick turf preventing any but the most foolhardy access. What with 4,300 ha of hunting area (including the Naboomspruit farm), you’ll have plenty of space to find your quarry. The terrain is ideal for walk & stalk hunts, but also allows hunting from 6 hides, one of which is an elevated hide.
Because Beestpoort is made up of five ex-cattle farms, there are still a few areas where the fences haven’t entirely been removed yet. This is more of an aesthetic issue than a practical one, as it doesn’t hinder you or the animals’ movement. They also assist with caping and the delivery of your meat to one of two good butchers in the area.
All in all it was a very enjoyable and relaxing weekend and we look forward to our next hunt at Beestpoort next year.
Beestpoort is now a NextHunt recommended farm.
August 2018
**Beestpoort Game Farm 2020 Lottery**
WIN a WEEKEND for 6 to BEESTPOORT LODGE
How to enter:
Receive 1 entry for every R1000 spent on the farm.
Draw will take place on 31 August 2020
Situated on 4,300 ha in Modimolle (Nylstroom), Limpopo
**2020 SPECIAL** 10% discount on all animals on all hunts that take place before 17 May 2020.
Beestpoort hunting Safari’s is located in the Limpopo Province. We are 140 km north of Pretoria with 20 km gravel road. The farm is situated on the edge of the Springbuck flats and Waterberg Mountains – home to the many species of plains game in Africa.
Our Hunting Lodge serves as good accommodation and we can do catering at an additional fee if required.
Come and relax in the Lapa after an unforgettable day of hunting and game-spotting. We supply a load of wood per weekend
1-Day hunts also available.
We have a meat buy back option on Zebra and Giraffe.
NextHunt Review: Welcome to warthog paradise
There is absolutely no shortage of game and although the game is managed well in order not to make them too skittish, you should not expect it too easy. As it still hadn’t rained by the end of August, the bush was naturally very brown and in some areas somewhat barren, however the animals didn’t want for grazing and were in very good shape. If you are looking for warthogs, welcome to warthog paradise.
The terrain varies between thick bush, open plains and rocky hills. You soon get a good idea which areas each specie prefers. Some areas on the farm are inaccessible during the rainy months due to the slick turf preventing any but the most foolhardy access. What with 4,300 ha of hunting area (including the Naboomspruit farm), you’ll have plenty of space to find your quarry. The terrain is ideal for walk & stalk hunts, but also allows hunting from 6 hides, one of which is an elevated hide.
Because Beestpoort is made up of five ex-cattle farms, there are still a few areas where the fences haven’t entirely been removed yet. This is more of an aesthetic issue than a practical one, as it doesn’t hinder you or the animals’ movement. They also assists with caping and the delivery of your meat to one of two good butchers in the area.
All in all it was a very enjoyable and relaxing weekend and we look forward to our next hunt at Beestpoort next year.
Beestpoort is now a NextHunt recommended farm.
August 2018
**Beestpoort Game Farm 2020 Lottery**
WIN a WEEKEND for 6 to BEESTPOORT LODGE
How to enter:
Receive 1 entry for every R1000 spent on the farm.
Draw will take place on 31 August 2020
Situated on 18,000 ha in Philippolis, Free State
In the unique landscape between the Northern Cape and the Free State on the banks of the Vanderkloof Dam, lies Otterskloof Private Game Reserve - an 18 000 hectares (44000 acres) reserve offering two accommodation options, up close and personal wildlife encounters, beautiful vistas, and personal service.
14 000 hectares of ever-changing vistas
25 kilometres of uninhabited shoreline
30 years of wildlife conservation
Game in abundance
INCLUDED IN DAY FEE
• Linen, towels and daily cleaning services.
• Experienced and equipped guides in radio contact with control room and each other.
• Recovery of animal carcasses.
• Skinning and cooling of animal carcasses.
• Peace of mind that 30 years in the hunting industry brings.
Children under 2 years stay for free.
Children between 2 and 6 years pay 25% of the accommodation rate.
Children between 6 and 11 years pay 50% of the accommodation rate.
EXTRAS
• FIRE WOOD: R65 per bag (or bring your own).
• LIMITED BAR AVAILABLE: Prior arrangement for groups essential. Wine list available.
• ICE: R17 per bag.
• WIFI: Available at R85 per 300MB
• SELF-DRIVE GAME DRIVE (OWN VEHICLE): R240 per vehicle per day. 100km of self-drive routes.
• GAME DRIVES WITH GAME DRIVE VEHICLE: R300 per person (minimum of 4 people) Including a guide, soft drinks & snacks (can bring your own refreshments).
• RARE GAME FEEDING EXCURSION: R135 per person (when available)
• VOLLEYBALL: Free of charge
• HUNTING RANGES: Different rates apply when hunting – kindly enquire.
• FISHING: Bring your own equipment and enjoy fishing from the dam shore.
FULL BOARD ACCOMMODATION
R1 500 per person sharing per night.
• Breakfast
• Dinner
• Light Lunch and refreshments during hunt.
OPTIONAL COSTS
• Skinning of animals for trophy purposes (Large animal – R400; Small animal - R300)
• When making use of the self-catering options:
» Braai wood - R70 p/20kg bag
» Ice – R20 p/bag
• Butchery facilities to process biltong and droëwors available onsite, price list on request
• Laundry service available at R200/bag
• All wounded animals will be tracked at an additional cost of R140 p/hour after first hour of tracking.
RIFLE HIRE
Per Safari R 400/day
Rounds
.30-06 R 40 each
.375 R 60 each
Professional Hunter (compulsory) R1,063 per day
Hunting Vehicle (compulsory) R1,063 per day
Hunting Licence: R160 per hunter
Professional Hunter & Hunting Vehicle available from 14:00 (day of arrival).
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
• A 50% non-refundable deposit is needed to confirm all bookings & full payment is due on departure.
• When making use of the self-catering options, the professional hunter and driver must be provided with food and beverages.
• If satisfied with service received, a gratuity may be given.
• The professional hunter’s discretion as to what constitutes a trophy animal will apply.
• The hunter that pulls the trigger will be responsible for payment of the animal.
• Biltong hunters undertake to not shoot any trophy game not discussed with the PH beforehand.
• Note that trophy prices vary substantially from Biltong prices - please discuss before the hunt.
• Shooting distances can be considerable: ±300m (kindly provide sufficient ammunition).
• No head or neck shots are allowed.
• No calibre smaller than .243 for smaller animals; for larger animals a .270 and above is considered as minimum.
• Game numbers are not guaranteed - kindly confirm timeously what you wish to hunt to avoid disappointment.
• Kindly provide suitable containers for meat should you wish not to make use of our butchery facilities.
• Kindly provide us with at least two dates for your hunt so that we can accommodate you.
• Our quote contains a wish list of animals to be hunted - no animals can be hunted unless referred to on the wish list.
• The professional hunter’s discretion is final and binding as to whether an animal is wounded or not.
• Credit card facilities are available. Surcharge of 5 %.
• Internet available (WIFI).
• Prices are subject to change.
ALL PRICES ARE INCLUSIVE OF VAT AT 15%
Situated on 3,500 ha in Pearston, Eastern Cape
You are invited to a hunt based in the heart of the Eastern Cape of South Africa, with it's majestic mountains, open plains and rolling fields, warm African hospitality and beautiful landscapes. We offer a large variety of species that number more than thirty. You can taylor a package that will suit your requirements exactly.
Hoeksfontein Safaris' base camp is situated in the Semi-Karoo adjacent to the coastal strip of the Eastern Cape of South Africa. The ranch is 250Km North of Port Elizabeth and is 7000 acres in size. The total area of hunting concessions is 50 000 acres. The closest town to the ranch is Pearston, with Graaff Reinett 100km to the northwest, where there is a shopping mall for the ladies if they wish to shop while in SA. 110km to the northeast, by road, lies Cradock with the Mountain Zebra Park.
The landscape consists of magnificent rock outcrops, mountains, hills and open plains. You can expect mountainous hunting terrain as well as thick valley bushveld. It is important to bring really good footwear.
You and your family, or hunting party, are invited to our home for a hunting safari never to be forgotten.
You can be assured that our competent and professional management and hunting teams will ensure your safety and comfort. No request will be too big or too small.
The gateway to your safari, where clients become friends and family.
Accommodation
The lodge consists of 12 rooms. Each room can accommodate between 2-4 people, and has bathrooms on suite.
The lodge has 2 kitchens, a swimming pool and a playroom.
Self-catering:
Hunter rate - R425 per day
Non hunter rate - R275 per day
NO accommodation charge for children under 5 years and persons over 70 years.
Accommodation plus catering (2 meals per day):
Hunter rate - R865
Non hunter rate - R700
Own drinks. Cash bar available
Room cleaning service is available on request at R225 per day. Please arrange this in advance.
Hunting
Female animals may only be hunted during 1 May - 31 August.
No head shots allowed. A penalty for head shots will be the price of the animal times two.
Hunting is at own risk, and the farm will not be held liable for any claims or losses. Indemnity form must be signed upon arrival.
Hunters must be in possession of a valid Eastern Cape hunting license. These can be purchased at the lodge at R35 each.
Fire arms can be hired at the lodge at R100 per fire arm per day.
Ammunition can be purchased at the lodge at R35 per cartridge.
Warthog Female and Males: R30 per kg.
Trophy animals:
Blesbuck: R145.00 per inch over 10"
Black Wildebeest: R5000.00
Blue Wildebeest: R6500.00 over 20"
Fellow Deer: Between R4250.00
Eland: R600 per inch over 20"
Impala: R145.00 per inch over 10"
Kudu: R160.00 per inch over 20"
Mountain Reedbuck: R350.00 per inch over 3"
Springbuck Cape: R1000.00 over 10"
Springbuck Black: R2500.00 over 10"
Farm is open for hunting all year round. Female animals may only be hunted between 1 May and 31 August
Situated in Middelburg, Eastern Cape
Transkaroo Adventures offers the tourist a unique opportunity to experience the most breathtaking and surprising scenes in the Upper Karoo since 1993.
Transkaroo is situated about 750 km from Johannesburg and Cape Town – on the N10 route between Middelburg Eastern Cape and Hanover in the Northern Cape on the N10 route. It is placed under the Noupoort area.
Farm style accommodation is offered in restored farm houses that are all suited for self catering farm holidays or overnight stays.
Wilgefontein: Very big farm house, fully equipped - can accommodate up to 12 people.
- No electricity
- Gas fridge, lights, stove
- Double bathroom
- Available with or without bedding
- Secure under roof parking
- Braai facilities. Wood provided. Please bring charcoal along if you wish to braai.
- Safe parking in barn.
Trails
4×4 Trail enthusiasts and mountain bikers can enjoy trails of up to 65km on various terrains such as mountain trails, plane trails and valleys. Hikers can walk through mountains, valleys and platos, for as far as 42km. These routes include one day, two day and three day trails that are regularly used by hiking clubs from all around South Africa. As you enjoy your walk, you will find typical Karoo veld so enjoyed by nature lovers.
A wide variety of bird life, mammals and flora can be seen. On day one, you will see a breeding pair of African Black Eagles. Unique rock formations are also seen all around. Most popular times to hike : March, April, May, September and October. For the winter hiker - June and July.
Route maps and other information is made available to every tourist. Routes are clearly marked, enabling the hikers to walk or ride or drive to all points on the map by themselves.
Rates:
- R350.00 per person/per night (Own bedding supplied - only fitted sheet on bed)
- R380.00 per person/per night (Bedding provided)
Cleaner available at R350.00 per day.
Hunting fee payable with deposit: Hunting fee of R500.00 per bakkie. Maximum of 5 hunters per bakkie. If there are more than 5 hunters, a second bakkie will be made available at R500.00 per day
Guide: R350.00 per guide per day
If hunters want to hunt kudu or deer this must be arrange beforehand so that a guide can be arranged.
Minimum 4 hunters per booking!
Springbuck Male: R46.00 per kg
Springbuck Female: R800.00 per buck or R46 per kg
Oryx, Blue Wildebeest and Red Wildebeest may be available on request.
Situated in Marble Hall, Limpopo
Once you have been fortunate enough in hunting the animal that you are after, trackers will assist you in finding your kill. Care is taken by all staff, from trackers to skinners, to ensure your animal is properly capped and prepared for transport. If required, arrangements can be made to deliver your horns, cape and skin to a taxidermist. Rifle practice ranges are available to ensure that you and your equipment are in tune before going into the field.
Accommodation
6 Tented Chalets sleeps 2 persons per chalet
Luxury Ablution facilities
Well equipped kitchen
Well equipped Lapa with TV
Swimming Pool
Own boma area for braais, just relax next to a fire and enjoy the stars and friends
Rates
Hunters: R 550.00 per night sharing / Single R 650.00 per night
Non Hunters (Adults): R 450.00 per night Sharing / Single R 500.00 per night
Kids u/12: R 200.00 / day (Non Hunters)
Kids u/6: Free (Non Hunters) to share in same room
Daily rates include
- Firewood
- Cleaning Services (only Kitchen, Boma area and Lapa)
- Use of all facilities
- Ice
General Information
Aloe Bush Game Lodge is not in a malaria area so no special vaccinations are required. Mosquito repellent is advised.
Your safari starts on the day of your arrival and ends on the date of departure. Upon arrival at the farm, you will be required to sign an indemnity form and pay the balance of your daily rate charges if you have not done so already. Prior to your departure, you will need to settle your account in full. All payment must be in cash or card. Credit cards are accepted as well as EFT payments for local Hunters.
Rifle hunters should ensure that necessary travel permits are valid for the transport of their rifles.
Aloe Bush issues travel permits for transportation of hunted game.
All of our PH's are born and raised in Southern Africa, having grown up playing and hunting in the African bush. This gives you a certain edge, as they have an intimate knowledge of the game and local culture.
All Hunting on our farm operates on a fair chase basis. In other words, the hunter does not always win, but we will assist you to obtain the trophy you are after. Our hunters have a diverse selection of hunting methods at their disposal. We have Ground Blinds, Tower Blinds, Tree Stands and we also offer a walk-n-stalk approach for those who desire a hardcore Hunting experience. Rifle hunting is done on a walk-n-stalk approach only.
Booking requirements
Midweek - Minimum 2 hunters, 2 nights
Weekends - Minimum 3 hunters, 2 nights
Long weekends - Minimum 3 hunters, 3 nights
Facilities for hunters
- Shooting Range
- Well equipped butchery
- Trackers
- Skinning normal
- Cold Storage - Bring own Transport bags
- Capping (Aloe Bush takes no responsibility for any damage during capping)
Game drives: R550.00/drive (maximum 10 persons)
No own alcohol allowed in the Main Lapa area as we have a full liquor license.
Cash Bar available
Rifles must have silencers (No exceptions)
No tips to assistants, must be paid to office to be distributed amongst staff
No Quad bikes allowed
No Hunting on Sundays
Full Trophy prices on wounded animals not found
Caping (Shoulder only, no full caping)
R400.00/ small game up to Blesbuck
R600.00/ Medium Game up to Kudu
Normal removing of skin: Free of charge. Giraffe skinning only: R1600.00
Cold Storage available – Bring own Transport bags (Black Refuse bags available @ R20/ bag
See our Luxury Chalets here
Hunting - (Rifle only) - Rifle must be fitted with a silencer. - "No Exceptions"
Client Review
The hunt went well, impressed with the setup, the place is very well equipped, nice utilities, lots of animals in good condition, nice eland, good upkeep of the terrain, no problems. Will definitely go back.
Roger Armitage, 2019
Situated on 900 ha in Bethlehem, Free State
Perched on the peak of a mountain, overlooking panoramic views of farmlands, you will discover Arendshoek, your home away from home.
Elegant comfort, warm hospitality and an ambiance drawn from the natural surroundings ensures an unforgettable experience. Situated only 18km from the city of Bethlehem, perfectly nestled in the heart of the Eastern Free State.
We welcome you to escape from the hustle and bustle of the city, and to enjoy a truly unforgettable African hunting experience. The varying nature of veld and bush makes it excellent hunting terrain for the hunter on foot while the extensive open areas allow for rifle and bow hunting.
We also provide bass fishing, abseiling as well as exclusive game drives.
Come and experience this majestic place for yourself!
Rates
- Adults: R400
- Children u/13: R200
-Day fee for hunting: R400
*Includes accommodation, vehicle, skinning, cold-storage, kitchen and lapa use.
Accommodation
- Room 1 sleeps 2
- Room 2 sleeps 2
- Family Room sleeps 8
A maximum of 18 sharing or 12 non-sharing people can be accommodated at any one time.
Limited availability: Impala and Gemsbuck
Minimum 4 hunters per booking.
Situated in Bloemhof, North West
Accommodation
3 x Bedrooms - 1 x 1 queen size bed, 1 x 2 single beds & 1 x 2 double Decker beds (4 Beds)
2 x Bathrooms -1 x with hand basin, bath and toilet & 1 x with hand basin, shower and toilet.
Lounge with TV, DStv, open plan kitchen (fully equipped) with Air-Con.
Each unit has its own private boma for braais.
Daily rate includes:
PH Supervision & Game tracking
- Hunting vehicle and fuel
- Skinning of carcass
- Use of cold room
- VAT Included
Daily rate excludes:
- Caping of Trophies / small R250 – Large R300 small R300-R3
- Tips for trackers & skinners
- Rental of Rifle R750
Game prices exclude VAT.
All animals/game to be hunted must be booked in advance.
Other species can be arranged - SQ.
Minimum caliber: 270
Hunting prohibited on Sundays.
Max number of people - 8 per unit
Hunting from vehicle only.
Client Reviews
Nice hunting, friendly owners, excellent facilities.
- Robert Bühlmeier
Baie lekker, sal verseker weer gaan
- Marius Vd Westhuizen
Awesome experience! Friendly staff and great all round experience
- Paul Dryden Dymond
NextHunt Review
The NextHunt team visited Almar Game Ranch in January 2018, where we were welcomed by owner Louaan Grobbelaar (whom you might recognize from Boer soek n Vrou, shot here in 2014), who showed us his beautiful farm. Consisting mainly of wide open plains, it also has some shrubbery and trees to provide some respite to the animals from the very hot kalahari sun. There was no shortage of animals and one could image a hunt being not too difficult.
Louaan also showed us the lodge, which was very impressive with its great hall, where many weddings and corporate functions have been held. They have an industrial kitchen able to cater for any need. The accommodation was luxurious and beautiful. One couldn't help but think that their asking rate was too cheap for what one was getting. There is also a children's play area and a big boma where there fire is lit every night. The farm has a flat 1,6km dirt airstrip, able to accommodate most light aircraft. Everything on the farm was in immaculate condition, even the old ruins of a farm house of many years ago.
Almar Game Ranch is an oasis and a jewel of a farm, half-way between Kimberley and Klerksdorp. Almar has been added to our bucket list as a hunting destination and we will definitely go back one day. Almar is a NextHunt Verified and Recommended Farm.
- Pierre du Preez, January 2018
Situated in Heilbron, Free State
Vaalkrans Game Farm is based in the Northern Free State. It is a top class and well known farm – with easy access from Gauteng (1 hour 45 minutes from Johannesburg), Northern Natal, and Mpumalanga.
The Hunters Camp is recently built, and provides accommodation for 4 hunters. It gives hunters access to a newly built kitchen, warm showers and a Boma braai area – all with an exquisite view over Vegkop.
The Hunters Camp is self-catering, and serviced/ cleaned every morning. Hunting can only take place with the accompaniment of the Owner and the farm Land Rover.
In between hunts, game viewing on this working breeding farm is part of the menu.
Vaalkrans Game Farm welcomes you to our beautiful game farm – and wishes you an enjoyable and successful hunting experience.
Accommodation
Vaalkrans Game Lodge has an excellent hunting camp available. Two rooms with 2 single beds each. Price for the 4 person Hunting Camp is R1500.00 per night, and includes accommodation, boma and wood, hot shower and toilets, electrified kitchen, and parking. Smaller groups may book, although a fixed price of R1500.00 per night will be charged for the camp.
Meals are not provided since this is a self-catering establishment. Facilities are very good.
Additional daily tariffs
A day rate of R250.00 (excl VAT) per hunter per day is payable to cover costs such as transport, fuel and the use of cooling facilities. The hunter is responsible for the transport of the animal from the property. Packaging materials are excluded from this fee.
Minimum of .270 calibre or bigger, silencers are obligatory.
View the Game Lodge profile here
NextHunt Review
The NextHunt team recently visited Paul & Colleen on their farm, Vaalkrans. Vaalkrans is located on the R34 outside Heilbron towards Edenville in the Free State. A mere 90 minutes drive from Sandton lands one at an exquisite game lodge on a "bushveld type" farm on the Free State plains.
Paul is a game breeder with a soft spot for Nyalas and an understanding of game ranching. His animals are therefore in top shape and the numbers in equilibrium with the field. There was no shortage of Nyalas (don't shoot them or there'll be trouble!), Springbuck, Tsessebes, Sable, Bontebok, Blesbuck (in a separate camp to the Bontebok) and Reedbuck. From the lodge and deck's amazing vantage points, you can spot the three giraffes almost any time of the day.
Vaalkrans hasn't experienced much hunting though. Paul opened the farm to hunting only last year (2018) and has only had four hunts since. The animals are therefore still calm and relaxed at the site of humans, which makes for realitively easy hunting. Hunting is primarily done on foot, with a bow or a rifle with a silencer.
The Lodge is truly splendid with four rooms, all en-suite. Three of the rooms have double beds and the fourth room has two single beds.
All rooms have ceiling fans, operated by remote control.
Colleen has an eye for style, with small but tasteful touches to make the stay more special. The beds all have new firm mattresses, the duvets are thick to keep out the freezing winter's chill and fresh white towels are provided frequently.
Next to the lodge is the deck overlooking the farm, with a swimming pool, bar area, kitchen, bathrooms and a boma built to contain heat and minimise wind disturbance.
The Hunter's lodge is located a mere 300m from the main lodge with two bedrooms both sleeping two persons each. The kitchen, bathrooms and boma is located 20m away so as not to disturb weary hunters looking for some shut-eye.
The entire farm is fenced with electric fencing, which gives one a sense of safety.
Paul & Colleen are amazing people that make you feel welcome from the moment you arrive 'til the moment you wave goodbye.
This has been one of our favourite farmstays and makes Vaalkrans a NextHunt Recommended Farm.
~March 2019~
Situated on 5,600 ha in Musina, Limpopo
At Riebelton Safaris we specialize in offering ethical, walk-and-stalk hunting experiences in the ‘old colonial-Africa’-style of hunting. Playing the thrilling ‘Hide-and-Seek’ – game against your quarry with the home-advantage in its favor makes the hunt an unforgettably exciting experience! Join our resident leopard and come and pit your hunting skills against your quarry with the help of our master trackers. Thirty years of selective hunting has created a superior trophy gene-pool for our hunting guests to take top quality trophies and more importantly wonderful, life-long memories back home.
Our 5 600 hectare hunting area is situated in the extreme north of South Africa, just south of the Limpopo-river. Set in the Savannah ecological biome it is endowed with a pleasant semi-desert climate with warm, sunny days and cool nights.
Rate Includes:
- Fully equipped rondawel with eskom electricity (when available)
- Cooling facilities
- Slaughtering staff and skinners
- Transport on the farm and transportation of carcasses to slaughtering room and cold room
Rifle hire: R300 per day + Ammunition charges
Minimum of 2 hunters and 4 nights or 3 hunters and 3 nights per booking.
Trophy caping: and skin preparation: R350 per animal
FULL PRICE LIST FOR 2020
Buffalo Bull : R90 000-00
Blue Wildebeest-bull (>26") : R 6000-00
Blue Wildebeest-bull (>28") : R 7000-00
Blue Wildebeest-bull : R 4700-00
Blue Wildebeest-cow : R 3600-00
Duiker : R 2000-00
Eland-bull (<200kg Carcass) : R 8500-00
Eland-bull (200-240kg Carcass) : R 9700-00
Eland-bull (>30") : R 13700-00
Eland-bull (>35" or Brush) : R 18000-00
Eland-cow : R 7900-00
Gemsbok-bull : R 9500-00
Gemsbok-cow : R 7500-00
Impala-ram (<18") : R 1000-00
Impala-ram (<23") : R 1400-00
Impala-ram (>23") : R 2500-00
Impala-ewe : R 900-00
Kudu-bull : R 4700-00
Kudu-bull (>35") : R 9500-00
Kudu-bull (>50") : R 15000-00
Kudu-cow : R 3600-00
Nyala-bull : R 15000-00
Warthog (<13") : R 2300-00
Warthog (>13") : R 4500-00
Zebra : R 5800-00
All prices exclude VAT at 15% which is payable upon checkout.
Situated on 3,100 ha in Gravelotte, Limpopo
Hunting Area
Below the majestic peaks of the northern Drakensberg, the Letaba River in the north and Elephants River in the south, embrace a picturesque valley situated between the towns of Tzaneen and Hoedspruit. This aptly named Valley of the Elephants forms a true wildlife paradise.
Chimoyo Wildlife & Safaris stretches over 3,100 hectares of unspoilt bush and is centrally situated in the Valley of the Elephants. The species diversity and abundance of animals coupled with the remoteness of its location, adds unique old style Africa romanticism and excitement to your safari. Here you hunt anything from the dainty steenbuck to a majestic buffalo bull!
The habitat is distinctly and predominantly African lowveld with sweet grass, many tall trees such as leadwood, knob-thorn and marula as well as low shrub like trees mostly consisting of Grewia species. Hunting in this bush environment is challenging but most satisfactory as it is strictly conducted on foot only. The terrain consist of generally flat and undulating plains
interspersed with a series of granite koppies.
The hunting area is normally divided into 5 blocks of 600 hectare each and we allow 5 hunters out at any given time. There is a sunken (pit) blind for bow-hunters at one of the popular water holes.
Chimoyo Safaris is located outside the foot and mouth disease control area, in the lowveld of Limpopo, South Africa. Accordingly, all meat and venison, including buffalo meat, may be transported to the rest of South Africa with the necessary permits which we will provide.
Accommodation
• The eco-friendly hunting camp is equipped with solar power and consists of 5 canvas tents (3m x 3m) on elevated wooden decks.
• Each tent comfortably accommodates 2 adults so we can accommodate groups up to 10 people.
• Bed linen, pillows and blankets are provided.
• We do not provide any towels; please bring your own.
• There is a thatched rondavel serving as kitchen and dining area, as well as an 8-seater table with chairs.
• The kitchen comes equipped with a gas stove and oven, fridge/freezer, crockery, cutlery, utensils, pots and pans.
• The enclosed boma has a central fire-pit, barbecue grids, prep counter and 10 camping chairs.
• The ablution facilities consists of 2 bathrooms, equipped with warm water showers, basins and toilets.
Fees for adults
• Hunters and Non-hunters (1 - 4 persons) R550.00 per person per night
• Hunters and Non-hunters (5 - 7 persons) Discount of R50.00 pppn for the entire group i.e. R500.00 pppn
• Hunters and Non-hunters (8 - 10 persons) Additional discount of R50.00 pppn for the entire group i.e. R450.00 pppn
Discount is calculated upon checkout
Fees for children
• 0 – 2 years: Free,
• 3-6 years: 50% of the daily rate,
• 7-18 years: Full price
• To encourage our young hunters, all animals hunted by juniors (< 16 years of age) will be discounted by 10%.
Day fees include
• Accommodation in the self-catering fully equipped eco-friendly hunting camp is equipped with solar power.
• The camp will be cleaned and serviced on a daily basis from 7h30 to 9h30.
• Services of our hunting guides. Maximum of 5 guides available.
• Skinning of animals include: removal of intestines, head, feet and skin.
• A hunting vehicle to transport hunters to their respective hunting blocks and back to the camp, as well as for the recovery of hunted animals.
• Cold room facilities
• Hunting and transportation permits
• A reasonable amount of fire wood will be supplied on a daily basis.
Slaughter/Meat processing
Included with the accommodation/day fee is the skinning of your animal/s.
While you still enjoy the rest of your hunt we can provide the following services (please enquire about prices):
• Cutting, curing and drying of your biltong and steaks.
• Making of venison boerewors.
• Making venison dry wors.
• Mince meat (1kg - 2kg) bags.
• Vacuum pack your cuts eg. steaks and fillets.
Field preparation of trophies
• Skull Mount: Rams or Boars R160.00 / Bulls R270.00
• Shoulder Mount: Rams or Boars R270.00 / Bulls R380.00
• Full Cape: Ramd or Boars R300.00 / Bulls R400.00 / Zebra R400.00 / Giraffe or Buffalo R2 100.00
Chimoyo Nyala Bulls Special 2020: Nyala Bulls <25" R6 000.00
No Kudu Bulls over 56" may be hunted
Minimum 4 persons and 3 nights per booking.
Prices exclude VAT
Last updated: 05/02/2020
Situated in Heilbron, Free State
Vaalkrans Game Farm is based in the Northern Free State. It is a top class and well known farm – with easy access from Gauteng (1 hour 45 minutes from Johannesburg), Northern Natal, and Mpumalanga.
The Hunters Camp is recently built, and provides accommodation for 4 hunters. It gives hunters access to a newly built kitchen, warm showers and a Boma braai area – all with an exquisite view over Vegkop.
The Hunters Camp is self-catering, and serviced/ cleaned every morning. Hunting can only take place with the accompaniment of the Owner and the farm Land Rover.
In between hunts, game viewing on this working breeding farm is part of the menu.
Vaalkrans Game Farm welcomes you to our beautiful game farm – and wishes you an enjoyable and successful hunting experience.
Accommodation
3 en-suite rooms with double beds, 1 room with two single beds.
Meals are not provided since this is a self-catering establishment. Facilities are very good.
Additional daily tariffs
A day rate of R250.00 (excl VAT) per hunter per day is payable to cover costs such as transport, fuel and the use of cooling facilities. The hunter is responsible for the transport of the animal from the property. Packaging materials are excluded from this fee.
Minimum of .270 calibre or bigger, silencers are obligatory.
View the Hunter's Camp profile here
NextHunt Review
The NextHunt team recently visited Paul & Colleen on their farm, Vaalkrans. Vaalkrans is located on the R34 outside Heilbron towards Edenville in the Free State. A mere 90 minutes drive from Sandton lands one at an exquisite game lodge on a "bushveld type" farm on the Free State plains.
Paul is a game breeder with a soft spot for Nyalas and an understanding of game ranching. His animals are therefore in top shape and the numbers in equilibrium with the field. There was no shortage of Nyalas (don't shoot them or there'll be trouble!), Springbuck, Tsessebes, Sable, Bontebok, Blesbuck (in a separate camp to the Bontebok) and Reedbuck. From the lodge and deck's amazing vantage points, you can spot the three giraffes almost any time of the day.
Vaalkrans hasn't experienced much hunting though. Paul opened the farm to hunting only last year (2018) and has only had four hunts since. The animals are therefore still calm and relaxed at the site of humans, which makes for realitively easy hunting. Hunting is primarily done on foot, with a bow or a rifle with a silencer.
The Lodge is truly splendid with four rooms, all en-suite. Three of the rooms have double beds and the fourth room has two single beds.
All rooms have ceiling fans, operated by remote control.
Colleen has an eye for style, with small but tasteful touches to make the stay more special. The beds all have new firm mattresses, the duvets are thick to keep out the freezing winter's chill and fresh white towels are provided frequently.
Next to the lodge is the deck overlooking the farm, with a swimming pool, bar area, kitchen, bathrooms and a boma built to contain heat and minimise wind disturbance.
The Hunter's lodge is located a mere 300m from the main lodge with two bedrooms both sleeping two persons each. The kitchen, bathrooms and boma is located 20m away so as not to disturb weary hunters looking for some shut-eye.
The entire farm is fenced with electric fencing, which gives one a sense of safety.
Paul & Colleen are amazing people that make you feel welcome from the moment you arrive 'til the moment you wave goodbye.
This has been one of our favourite farmstays and makes Vaalkrans a NextHunt Recommended Farm.
~March 2019~
Situated on 1,000 ha in Belfast, Mpumalanga
A great weekend getaway, two and half hours from Jhb, yet a million miles away from the hustle and bustle. Rustic rock cottages with fireplaces and plenty of wood, set in the Waaikraal valley. Ten species of game and plent of birdlife from, fish eagle, secretary birds, vultures and blue cranes. Nine dams teeming with fish. For those who want to hike or cycle the highlands or just sit and relax and watch the game go about their daily routines.
Eland Cottage - Sleeps 4 / Two bedrooms
Trout Cottage - Sleeps 2 / One bedroom
Dam Cottage - Sleeps 4 Open Plan - Perfect for a family
Rates
Adults: R350pppn
Children (Hunting): R350pppn
Children (Non-hunting u/13): R150pppn
Children u/2: Free
Birdshooting: R500.00 per person
Fishing: Free
Situated on 3,000 ha in Baltimore, Limpopo
Mazila Safaris Limpopo is situated near the town of Baltimore.
The farm is situated in the Marula belt and offers a range of areas, savanna veld, open plains and thick bush is to be expected on a hunt. The tranquility of the area is breathtaking and is sure to steal a place in one's heart. The hunting area is 3000 ha with 12 species to offer in one unforgettable hunting trip.
TENT CAMP
The tent camp can accommodate 10 people (5 tents sleeping 2 people per tent). There is a large kitchen tent at the lapa.
Communal ablution facilities are cleaned daily.
There's a swimming pool and a 100m shooting range.
Ten hides (elevated, ground and sunken blinds) offer ample opportunities for bow hunters.
The 2km gravel landing strip is capable of landing large aircraft.
The farm is situated 320km from Pretoria
Rates
Hunters: R400/night
Non-hunters: R300/night
Children 13-18 not hunting pay half price
Children under 13 not hunting stay free
R1000/day pppd includes all catering (3 meals & all soft drinks)
Eland cows and Red Hartebeest numbers are limited.
Rates are exclusive of VAT.
Last updated: 14/02/2020. Mazila
Situated on 6,000 ha in Pongola, KwaZulu-Natal
VAR Safaris operates on a 6000 ha tranquil and unspoiled private landscape, situated between Pongola and Louwsburg in the heart of Zululand. We are proud to be home to a number of species of wildlife including leopard, nyala, zebra, impala, bushbuck, grey and red duiker, the elusive kudu, warthog, bush pig, baboons, monkeys as well as a variety of birds.
Our eco-friendly lodge offers an authentic and comfortable feel and ensures relaxing evenings and a good night's sleep. From the homestead you can enjoy 180-degree uninterrupted views of the Zululand bush. Our attentive service and home-cooked meals allow you to relax and unwind. Evenings are usually spent in the lapa enjoying a cold drink around the campfire and sharing stories of the day’s adventures. Children of all ages are welcome
There is a R100.00 conservation levy payable per person, which goes toward funding our anti-poaching unit.
Accommodation:
Hunters will be accommodated in the homestead: a comfortable 10 sleeper house which sleeps 6 people in three bedrooms (2 doubles & one twin). There are two rondavels which can sleep a maximum of four people in two double beds. Minimum 2 persons and 2 nights per booking.
Rates:
R825.00 per adult per night.
R550.00 per child (under 10 years) per night.
Full house (groups of 6+) R5800.00 per night.
Rate Includes:
- Food & Accommodation
- Hot Beverages
- Nature/birding walks
- One game drive per day
- Laundry Service
- Wifi
- Tracking and skinning staff
Rate Excludes:
- Cost of taxidermy
- Soft Drinks & Alcohol
- Airport Transfers
- Staff gratuities
- Travel Insurance
Extra activities:
- Game Drives (3 hours) Night / Day @ R250.00 per a person
- Bush breakfast @ R200 per a person
- Sundowners with a view @ R250 per a trip
- Clay Pigeon Shooting @ R600.00 per a box of 150 clay
NextHunt Review
The NextHunt team visited VAR Safaris outside of Pongola for a Macnab hunting weekend on 23-25 August 2019. We were received warmly by Grant, the farm manager, Alice the house manager and cook, and Mto, the head guide.
The lodge is an old yet comfortable farmhouse which has been tastefully renovated. The rooms and bathrooms are spacious and neat. The beds and linen are of good quality. Two of the rooms in the house have their own porches, where you can read a book or relax in the sun.
The lapa, pool and sundeck is just a few paces from the house and provides a beautiful panoramic view of the farm.
The entire lodge is powered by solar and gas.
Alice and her team always prepared the most delicious meals for us (catering is included in the price) and even made us some unbelievable burgers (with pink sauce!) to take with on our day outing to Lake Jozini, about 100km away, where we went tiger fishing.
Being a cattle farm until 2018, the farm hasn't experienced hunting in decades, which explains the tameness of all the animals - even the rabbits were relaxed. There is no shortage of animals with plenty of impala, kudu, blesbuck and blue wildebeest grazing placidly all over the farm. All evidence of a cattle farm has successfully been removed.
The farm is 500km from Gauteng and takes 6 hours to reach via the N17.
VAR Safaris has been a nice farm to discover. Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication, which is why we enjoyed our stay so much. No expectations, no pretense. VAR Safaris is now a NextHunt recommended farm.
Pierre du Preez, August 2019
Client Review
We arrived at the Kwazulu Private Game reserve gate just before dark. We had an awesome drive through the reserve & saw some of the wildlife the neighbouring big 5 farm had to show.
Being our first time with VAR Safaris we did not know what to expect, the drive to the farm from the main gate is about a 15km gravel road (I would recommend going in a Bakkie).
Our reception by Grant and the support staff was great!! We Arrived just after dark and was received with warm welcomes all round.
Our accommodation was the old farm house, this was great - the rooms & Ablution facilities were spotless & Clean with enough fresh linen & blankets in the rooms for those cold nights.
We had a couple of cold ones around the boma - talked about the history of the farm - then sat down for supper.
The food was great!! We ate like Kings the whole weekend.
Our hunt was awesome, the staff was knowledgeable & did not stop until we got our two nice big Impala Ram’s.
This was a memorable experience for us and definitely worth the trip.
Thanks to Grant, Susan & All the staff for making it a great experience.
Jaco Pretorius, September 2019
Situated on 10,000 ha in Richmond, KwaZulu-Natal
Come and enjoy hunting in abundance on this 10 000ha concession on the Umkomazi river. Great for families and for fly-fishing. Some beautiful trophy Nyala, Kudu and Black Wildebeest roam these fields, so expect some hard and smart hunting in order to get your trophy.
One hour's drive south of Pietermaritzburg, makes Nkonka Camp very accessible to anyone.
Experienced professional hunter and gun-dog trainer will be your host and guide on your next unforgettable hunt.
Catering services:
R525 per person/per day
Professional Hunter: R1 250 per guide/per day
Due to the vastness of the terrain and the free range of the animals, a minimum of 3 days are advised for optimal hunting.
Richmond camps available:
A TOPS permit is required when hunting a Black Wildebeest or Common Reedbuck.
TOPS PERMIT – Threatened and protected species act. If a hunter is to hunt one of the listed protected species they need a permit to hunt each animal. Our office will apply for you once you have booked your safari. An additional cost of R100,00 per permit.
Situated on 48,000 ha in Aroab, Karas
COVID-19 UPDATE:
Due to the travel restrictions announced by the President of the Republic of South Africa on 15/03/2020, all non-essential travel to other countries has been suspended. As this is a temporary moratorium on travel, all bookings at Rooivloer will be subject to change of date(s) without incurring any penalties. You may therefore still book a preliminary date, subject to change.
Ekstra inligting
Dorperlam R70/kg
Persievetstert R70/kg
Spyseniering beskikbaar teen ekstra R400/dag
Permitte R350
Vleisverwerking
Biltong sonder spice R18/kg; met spice R26/kg
Chillibites sonder spice R20/kg; met spice R38/kg
Maalvleis R15/kg
Patties R37/kg
Wors R26/kg
Ontbeen R10/kg
Ontbeen en blokkies sny R15/kg
2500 gemsbokke, 1000+ springbokke
Eie bakkies mag gebruik word.
Die jag hier is soms maar rof en bakkies word op gewen. Dis nie 'n rustige jag nie en mens se lyf vat pakslae.
Sien van die videos hier
Minimum 4 nagte, minimum 6 persone indien vleis nie verwerk word nie.
Minimum 5 nagte, minimum 6 persone indien vleis verwerk word.
25% Accommodation deposit payable to secure your hunt.
Another 25% payable three weeks before hunting date
50% Balance payable on the farm.
Situated on 1,312 ha in Roedtan, Limpopo
Click here for the Kierieklapper hunters camp video
‘n Sertifikaat van bevestiging van die jag sal na afloop van die jag uitgereik word wat sal help met die uitreiking van nuwe lisensies. Die bos is plek-plek dig en bied uitstekende, uitdagende loop-en-bekruip jag. As die aftrek van die skoot beskou word as die kersie op die koek, sal die stilte, atmosfeer en bos werklik na waarde geniet word. Ons soek jagters, nie skieters, om die plaas en natuur saam met ons te geniet. Alles draai net om die Natuur en Jag!
1312 ha op die Springbokvlakte vir:
- 200 km vanaf Pretoria.
- 9 km Oos op grondpad vanaf Roedtan na Gras Valley.
- 16 verskillende wildsoorte te besigtig,
- asook 18 kleinwildsoorte.
- neste met Witrugaasvoël broeipare.
- Groot verskeidenheid inheemse bome en voëls.
- Slag-, koel-, en vleisverwerkingsgeriewe beskikbaar.
- Swembad
- WiFi
- Plaas het vrystelling: m.a.w. daar mag regdeur die jaar gejag word.
- BTW ingesluit
- Gekweste diere wat nie gevind word – volprys!
- Minimum kaliber op koedoe en blouwildebees: .30.
- Minimum caliber op kameelperd .375
- Jag van Maandag 06:00 tot Vrydag 16:00
- Geen besigheid oor Saterdae en Sondae nie.
- Permitte vir die vervoer van vlakvarkkarkaste beskikbaar by eienaar.
DAGFOOI:
1. R 500 per dag vir jagter
2. R 380 per dag vir nie-jagter
3. Kinders onder 12 halfprys (nie-jagter)
4. Kinders onder 6 jaar gratis
Sluit in:
1. Verblyf (gebruik van swembad op eie risiko ingesluit)
2. Gids
3. Afslag van karkas
4. Jagvoertuig
5. 100 meter skietbaan slegs vir instel van geweer.
6. Alle pryse sluit BTW in.
NIE ingesluit:
1. Taksidermiekoste
2. Trofee verskepingskoste
3. Kos en drank
4. Fooitjies aan veldgidse en slagters.
Let Wel :
1. Houtkashervulling: R 100 per keer. Daar is genoeg hout in die kas vir 3 aande se braai.
2. Bediende vir skottelgoedwas: R 80 per dag.
3. WILDBESIGTIGING in plaaseienaar se voertuig (dag of nag) – R 280 per rit.
4. MINIMUM VERBLYFTYD: 2 nagte.
5. DEPOSITO: bevestiging word gedoen teen 50% van huisvesting binne 5 dae na bespreking.
6. UITSTAANDE BEDRAG: betaalbaar by aankoms.
7. BETALING: Kontant of bankgewaarborgde tjek of elektronies op die plaas.
Sien die Jagtershuis profiel hier
NextHunt review
Gedurende Junie 2017 het die NextHunt span vir Tom en Dalena Laas op hul bosveld plaas, "Bosveld Jag en Natuur", gaan kuier. Tom is 'n afgetrede loots en 'n boer wat 'n plan kan maak - gaan kyk maar net na die ou watertoring wat hy in 'n wonderlike drie-verdieping jagkamp omskep het.
Die plaas is mooi en die diere volop. Tom sorg vir sy eiendom. Geweer en boogjagters is welkom. Die verskeidenheid boogskuilings is goed geplaas vir optimale jaggeleentheid. Die Jagtershuis met die lapa bied bietjie meer geriewe en beskutting as die Kierieklapper jagkamp (watertoring), asook 'n swembad vir afkoeling in die bloedige warm bosveld. Bosveld se pryse is effens hoer as die gemiddelde jagplaas, maar die die ondervinding sal verseker die moeite werd wees. Bekende geweerskrywer Andrew Macleod, kom elke jaar terug om op Bosveld te kom jag. En Andrew was al op baie jagplase. Dit sê iets.
Situated on 1,000 ha in Lephalale (Ellisras), Limpopo
- Each room is equipped with a TV, DSTV, a fridge and an air conditioner.
- Bedding, towels and kitchen facilities are provided.
- Firewood is also provided.
- The lodge provides cleaners.
- Catered for options are available on request.
- There is a cash bar and ice is available at the farm. No need to bring your own drinks.
- There is a swimming pool and jacuzzi on the farm.
- Minimum 6 persons, 3 nights
- Night hunts are allowed - all animals.
Rates:
R650.00 per person per night (Hunters and non hunters)
R300.00 per child per night (Children aged 6 - 12 years). Children who hunt pay full price of R650.00 per night
Children under 6 years stay free
Situated on 1,400 ha in Tom Burke, Limpopo
Buffalo Thorn Safari Lodge is a 4-star game lodge were you can experience hospitality in the way Africa has always nurtured its favourites. A profound sense of well being surrounds you.
Buffalo Thorn Safari Lodge allows you to immerse yourself within the African Bushveld. Set in a private game reserve, the environment is in charge. You can set out on private bush walks or daily game drives where you will encounter planes game such as Kudu, Impala, Nyala, Blue Wildebeest, Red Wildebeest, Zebra, Giraffe or the Livingstone Eland- one of Africa’s largest antelope. Night drives will reward you with Jackal, the Aardwolf, Brown Hyena or even the shy Pangolin or Porcupine.
This 4-star luxury lodge offers 8 self-catering chalets, the ideal bush lodge accommodation.
The layout also makes the ideal venue for an exclusive group of up to 18 people. Our new colonial styled interior and architecture embraces nature at every turn and offers all the privacy and superior comfort you would need for uninterrupted relaxation.
The self-catering chalets feature complete kitchens, large double room with sleeper couch and air conditioning, roomy bathroom with double vanity as well as an outdoor rock shower. Each chalet also has a patio with a built in braai and patio set, overlooking the waterhole
Minimum 3 hunters, 3 nights per booking.
- Full board accommodation is available upon request.
- Warthog permits are available for the transport of the meat @ R150 per hunter
- Caping to be quoted
- Wood: R20 per bag
Self catering accommodation:
Hunters: R650 per hunter per night.
Non hunter: R595.00 pp per night or R450.00 pp sharing
2020 Hunting Special
15% discount on game
Situated on 1,200 ha in Thabazimbi, Limpopo
Experience a true South African bushveld hunt at Matla Phofu Game Farm under the experienced guidance of Kallie Venter.
Accommodation is R400/night (hunters and non-hunters)
Non hunting children under 15 years stay free. Full accommodation rate of R400.00 pppn is payable for children who hunt.
Day rate of R75 per non-hunter when accompanying hunters in the field/vehicles.
Day rate of R175 per hunter per day includes hunting vehicle, skinning and slaughtering, cold room, guide and fire wood.
All prices exclude VAT at 15%.
Minimum of 3 nights and 6 hunters.
Hunting Price list
- Blue Wildebeest (Male <21)" R4200.00
- Blue Wildebeest (Female) R3900.00
- Blue Wildebeest (Trophy 21 - 23") R4500.00 / (Trophy 23 - 27") R5000.00 / (Trophy 27") R6000.00
- Bushbuck (Male) R5000.00
- Bushbuck (Female) R2500.00
- Eland (Male <16") R7000.00
- Eland (Female) R8500.00
- Eland (Trophy 16 - 23") R9000.00 / (Trophy 23 - 30") R11000.00 / (Trophy >30") R15000.00
- Impala (Male <21") R1800.00
- Impala (Female) R1500.00
- Impala (Trophy 21 - 22") R2500.00 / (Trophy 22 - 24") R3500.00 / (Trophy 24 - 25") R6000.00
- Kudu (Male <40") R5000.00
- Kudu (Female) R3750.00
- Kudu (Trophy 40 - 43") R7500.00 / (Trophy 43 - 48") R10000.00 / (Trophy 48 - 53") R12500.00 / (Trophy >53") R15000.00
- Waterbuck (Male <28") R5000.00
- Waterbuck (Female) R3500.00
- Waterbuck (Trophy 28 - 30") R6000.00 / (Trophy >30") R7500.00
- Warthog (Male <7") R800.00
- Warthog (Female) R700.00
- Warthog (Trophy >7") R900.00 / (Trophy >9") R950.00 / (Trophy >11") R1050.00
- Zebra (Burchell's)(Male & Female) R4000.00
- Nyala (Trophy 21 - 25") R6500.00 / (Trophy 25 - 27") R8000.00 / (Trophy >27") R12500.00
ACCOMMODATION
Lodge
- 3 rooms with double beds
Farm house
- 1 room with double
- 1 room with double + 3/4 beds
- 3 rooms with 2 x 3/4 beds
NextHunt Review
The NextHunt team visited Matla Phofu Game Farm and can attest to the farm's beauty and charm.
Kallie and Melinda Venter have been living at Matla Phofu for 17 years and have turned this farm, on the banks of the Matlabas river, into something special.
Located mid-way between Lephalale (Ellisras) and Thabazimbi, some 280km from Pretoria, this 1200ha game farm is so much more than just a place to shoot for the pot. With its big lawn, swimming pool (heated and regular), kitchen and elegant rooms, families and corporate groups are also welcome. Its beautiful bar, jacuzzi and fire pit is a great place to wind down after a successful day's walk and stalk or hunting from one of the many blinds.
Don't be fooled; just because there is plentiful game, do not expect an easy hunt as you will have to work for your quarry by navigating through the trees and sand and try to outsmart the vigilant animals. Impala, Blue wildebeest and Monkeys are everywhere, but you will also find your Eland and Kudu if you look very closely.
The bow hunters have a few hides to choose from, among others a 2- and 3-story elevated blind.
Non-hunters can bring their fish and tackle and set up next to the dam or read their favourite book back at the lodge.
Matla Phofu has without a doubt been one of the nicest farms we have been to and can assure anyone planning to book their next hunt, that they won't be disappointed. Matla Phofu is a NextHunt recommended farm.
April 2017
Client Review
Hello Kallie en Melinda,
Baie dankie vir die voorreg dat ons as familie groep daar kon kom jag.
Dankie vir die manier hoe julle almal se slaap plek gereel het, tenspyte van die fyt dat ons getalle meer was as wat julle adverteer.
Almal het die jag baie geniet, en dit was lekker om die manne weer te laat werk vir hulle diere. ‘n Regte bosveld jag, soos dit moet wees!
Die klompie wat wou kla oor die stap, sand of moeilik jag, het beslis vergeet waaroor jag gaan! (te gewoond geraak aan bakkie skiet!!)
Ek hoop julle sluit nou amper die seisoen af en rus voor volgende jaar se jag!
Hoop dit reen ook vroeer as later by julle!
Jagters groete
Danie Mouton
Augustus 2018
Situated on 3,000 ha in Thabazimbi, Limpopo
Accommodation
- Rooms with either twin or queen size beds, all en suite some with showers, air conditioning, electric blanket, and down duvets for winter.
- We have most of the adapters and converters needed as well as hairdryers
- We provide shampoo, conditioner, and shower gel.
- Clean towels daily.
- Daily laundry, same day service will be provided
Catered for rates: (This includes 3 meals per day)
Hunter: R1200.00 per person/per day
Non-hunter: R600.00 per person/per day
Minimum 2 hunters and 2 nights per booking.
Situated on 4,500 ha in Bela-Bela (Warmbad), Limpopo
Langkloof is a 4500 ha game farm situated at the foot of the Waterberg Mountains close to Bela-Bela and Modimolle.
A truly memorable experience, filled with adventure, amazing scenery and truly magnificent animals await you! Enjoy your exclusive hunt while relaxing in the lap of luxury with the endless Waterberg at your doorstep.
Here the hunt is much more than a sport, but a true challenge and pleasure.
A very wide variety of species are available to hunt.
Original farmhouses were renovated to truly magnificent hideaways for guests. Excellent braai facilities, air-conditioning, complimentary firewood & ice, as well as an experienced PH will be available. Our self-catering houses are fully equipped with a fully-stocked kitchen, two bathrooms with the finest of linen & towels.
Come and enjoy your exclusive hunt at an affordable premium while living in luxury!
Features:
• The Toera House sleeps six. (One bedroom has a king size bed while the other two rooms has got two single beds each)
• The house has three bedrooms and two bathrooms – one with a bath and the other with a shower.
• The kitchen is fully equipped for self-catering and includes all crockery, utensils, and a 5-plate gas stove with gas oven, kettle and fridge / freezer.
• Living room with a fireplace
• Two covered verandas. One with a undercover braai-area and outdoor furniture.
• Private sheltered lapa.
• Air-conditioning in all bedrooms.
• All bed linen, bath towels are provided
The Toera house has electricity, is fully equipped, serviced daily and self-catering.
Activities: Hunting, Hiking, Mountain climbing, Mountain biking, Game drives
NextHunt Review
The NextHunt team recently visited Langkloof Game Farm in the Rooiberg district, near Bela-Bela in Limpopo.
We were received by Cornelis and Cathryn van Rooyen who manage the farm. Cornelis studied nature conservation and worked with prominent game breeders for many years before joining Langkloof and his positive influence and great ideas on the farm is very evident. Cathryn is a born hostess with a warm and caring personality which ensures that you won't want for anything during your stay.
There are various accommodation options at Langkloof including Toera guesthouse, Boshuis, Berghuis and Rietfontein farmstead, the latter three of which are currently being renovated.
The topography is typical bushveld with beautiful mountains leading up to a vantage point only accessible to the best 4x4 motorists or hikers.
Having received 300mm of rain during December, the veld is lush and green with the animals in top shape. Hundreds of Impala, wildebeest and kudu run around, unafraid of human contact, as 2018 was the first year ever that hunting took place on the farm. Over 4500 hectares of prime hunting farm and beautiful accommodation makes Langkloof Game Farm a NextHunt recommended farm.
January 2019
Kudu & Nyala Horn Length
Kudu 43" - 46" R6 500.00
Kudu 47" - 49" R10 500.00
Kudu 50" - 52" R18 500.00
Kudu 53" - 55" R25 000.00
Nyala 20" - 23" R8 500.00
Nyala 24" - 27" R18 000.00
Nyala 27" - 28" R24 000.00
Broken / Off Horns
Blue Wildebeest: R3 500.00
Gemsbuck / Oryx: R7 000.00
Impala: R1 200.00
Waterbuck: R5 000.00
Situated on 510 ha in Loskopdam, Mpumalanga
Sungiti is a 4 Star Game Lodge.
Sungiti is situated on the border between High veld and the Bush veld. This enables us to protect a large variety of animal, bird and plant species witch feature in both regions.
We are blessed with an abundant bird life ( ± 160 bird species ).
The different species of mammals include Kudu, Eland, Impala, Blouwildebeest, Rooihartbeest, Blesbuck, Mountain reed Buck, Waterbuck, Duikers, Klipspringers, Zebra, Bushpigs, Warthogs, Baboons and monkeys. ...Predators such as Leopard, Hyena, Jackal, Lynx and other wild cats have been spotted.
Almost all known South African snake species are here on the farm.
The farm is about 500 hectares in size with two streams flowing through the farm feeding Loskopdam, witch is about 15 km away.
There are a total of 4 chalets which can accommodate up to 25 persons. Twelve single beds and six double beds.
Bushpig are a little shy, which makes hunting them a little difficult. For the first time hunters they are more than welcome.
Bow-hunters welcome.
Rates
- Hunters : R400.00 per hunter per night
- Non-hunters : R300.00 per person per night
- Non-hunter (accompanying the hunter) : R350.00 per person per night (no more than 6 people per drive)
- Children under 10years : R125.00 per child per night - children who hunt pay the full hunter rate of R400.00 per night.
Skinning fees
- Flat skin: R100.00 per carcase
- Shoulder mounts: R150.00 per carcase
- Full mounts: R300.00 per carcase
Minimum 2 hunters and 2 nights per booking.
Situated on 3,500 ha in Lephalale (Ellisras), Limpopo
Wilton Valley was bought by the late Hennie de Jager in 1970 and the farm Krokodilvlei, on the opposite side of the Matlabas River, in 1980, the children have, in line with their father's legacy, values and ethics, been managing the business since 2012. With 22 species of animals on the ranch, Wilton Valley can be classified as a one-stop game ranch where most of South Africa’s plains game can be hunted.
We are situated in the Limpopo Province, 300 km (190 Miles) North of Pretoria next to the Botswana border. This area is often described as the most beautiful, exciting and challenging hunting area in the country. Depending on the skills of the hunter, an average of one quality trophy per hunter can be bagged during the course of one hunting day.
The standards of accommodation, food, trophies and services at Wilton Valley are a great source of pride and the policy of management and staff is to satisfy our customers and to make them feel at home.
ACCOMMODATION
Our accommodation fits perfectly into the bush surroundings with 6 thatched Chalets and 4 Rondavels, sleeping up to 33 people. The main building has a trophy room, well equipped kitchen, bar, outdoor dining area seating 16 people and barbeque place/lapa. The impressive leadwood, camelthorn and ana trees creates a wonderful atmosphere, and visitors to Wilton Valley can enjoy the tranquility of nature. The Lodge is surrounded by grass lawns and it is often seen that the wild animals enter the lodge area to graze on the lawns. This is possible because the animals are not to be disturbed nearby the water place and the lodge and they gradually get accustomed to the safe haven in the vicinity of the lodge and the water place.
?Visitors often use the swimming pool during the summer time as well as during the sunny days in autumn- and springtime. Rest assured that Wilton Valley judges itself by first world standards when it comes to efficiency and care. Experience genuine South African hospitality.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Ø Lodge on the Matlabas River, nestled in between big Kameeldoring and Leadwood trees.
Ø Facilities include: Fully equipped kitchen with cutlery, crockery, cook ware, fridge, freezer, electric stove, microwave, bar, swimming pool, illuminated dam at nighttime.
Ø Lodge sleeps 27 persons: 6 Thatched chalets and 4 rondawels, each with own bathroom, hot and cold water.
Ø Comfortable braai area with all the necessary equipment.
Ø Sitting in from of the lodge or your chalet, you will have a clear view of the dam and river, where animals feed and drink some 50 meters away.
Ø Zebra meat stays on the farm, the hunter is welcome to take the skin as trophy
Ø Children 6-16 rate of R200 per person per night
HUNTING REGULATIONS:
Ø Hunting with vehicles, near the camp or at water places is not allowed.
Ø Hunters must at all times be accompanied by guides in the veld. Guides may be consulted, but the ultimate decision and responsibility lies with the hunter.
Ø No alcohol to be given to guides.
Ø The safe handling of weapons is of utmost importance. All weapons must be correctly sighted prior to arrival, or at the farm’s shooting range.
Ø Firearms smaller than 270 caliber are not recommended. Ammunition must be soft points.
Ø Shotguns, .22 rifles and air guns are not allowed.
Ø Animals in motion may not be shot at. Only shoot once the animal is clearly visible and standing in a position for a true shot. Head-shots are not recommended.
Ø Once the animal has been wounded – please do not continue hunting, but start following the track of the wounded animal.
Ø Ownership and risk goes to the hunter once the animal has been shot or wounded.
Ø Pythons are protected and may not be disturbed or killed.
Ø Hunting on and visiting our farms are done at own risk. The owner will not be held responsible for any accidents, injuries or any form of damage.
(Minimum booking: 3 nights) - VAT INCLUDED
OPTIONAL COSTS
Ø Catering: Per person per day R 450
Ø Cutting (quartering) of the carcass: Up to Impala (small): R 75 Medium and Large: R 130
Ø Trophy preparation: Shoulder mount: R 320
Skull/Snout: R 130
Flat skin (small): R 100
Flat skin (medium and large): R 200
Zebra: R 420
Ø Hunting and / or tracking on Sundays (or part thereof), may be done by special arrangement, at a fee of R200 per day for each tracker involved.
Ø Gratuities/Tips to trackers and personnel preparing the carcasses are optional and must be done through the owner at the time of departure.
NextHunt Review
The NextHunt team visited Wilton Valley Hunting Safaris on the Botswana border near Buffelsdrift, Limpopo.
It took us 3.5 hours to get to the farm from Pretoria, after first stopping for a quick breakfast at the Wimpy in Thabazimbi. As you reach the "end" of the country (SA-Botswana Border), it really feels like you're almost totally removed from society, as there are no shops for at least an hour's drive in any direction.
Once we arrived at the camp, we were greeted by Max Tau, who looks after everything in and around camp and makes sure everything is clean and tidy. Nicus van Rensburg, Wilton Valley's PH and Farm Manager arrived shortly thereafter and showed us around. They recently renovated two of the four rondawels, which looks fantastic! There are also 6 "langdawels" that makes up the PAX 30 capacity at Wilton Valley. The kitchen and lapa has also recently been beautifully renovated and is fully equipped. It even has free Wi-Fi, display fridges and a bar.
Once we got settled in, we took a game drive through the bottom part of the 3075 ha farm to experience the sights and sounds. There was no shortage of game as the veld looked amazing from the abundant rains they had had recently. It was as if all the colours in the field were in UltraHD and it was beautiful. There was a good balance between veld and trees, roads and dry riverbeds, to provide good traffic for the animals on the farm.
After lunch we saw the top part of the farm, where the tree density is a little higher. They provide good cover for walk and stalk, which is the method for hunting on Wilton Valley, unless specifically arranged due to health reasons. We visited all of the bow hides (pit and elevated), which were in a good condition and which should provide quality hunting opportunities.
One of the top Outfitters in South Africa make use of Wilton Valley for their Limpopo hunts, booking out approximately 50% of the available dates. Judging by their high standards, I can understand how they've had such a long-lasting relationship with Wilton Valley.
The accommodation rate (Hunters R650/night, Non-hunters R450/night, Children R200/night) seems a little steep initially, but actually compares well when you consider that everything (slaughtering, cold storage, tracker, hunting vehicles, fire wood, accommodation, cleaning and even VAT!) is included.
What I liked specifically:
•There were no separate smaller camps on the farm, except obviously the camps where the people sleep, it was just one big uninterrupted farm.
•The veld varied between the bottom and the top part of the farm, which allows for closer or longer ranged hunting, including bow hunting.
•The main camp was beautiful, well equipped and provides a great atmosphere.
•The two renovated rooms. It feels like you're in a 4-star lodge. The mattresses and linen were good and the bathroom was beautiful. If that's not your scene, then you can stay in any of the other rooms, which has a nostalgic romance to them as it feels as if you're back in 1985. All the rooms have ceiling fans.
•The amount of animals and the fact that they're not scared of vehicles, as no hunting is done from vehicles.
•The hospitability of the staff. Very friendly, accommodating and helpful throughout. They are genuine people that have a passion for what they do.
•The big lawn around the chalets and lapa and all the big trees (mainly Leadwood and Camelthorn). There was a constant breeze through camp coming from the pond where the two crocs live. Yup, crocodiles ??
•The remoteness of the location.
What I didn't like specifically:
•The road between Brits and Beestekraal is not in a good condition, with lots of stop & go's and potholes in some places, although the rest of the road to Thabazimbi was fine. After Sentrum, there is about 60km of dirt road before you reach the farm, although the condition of the road was fairly good. The alternative route, via Steenbokpan-Medupi road wasn't too bad, but added another half hour to our journey via Vaalwater/Modimolle.
•Game prices are slightly on the high side. Zebra price should include the carcass in our opinion.
•That we didn't stay for a whole week.
Visiting Wilton Valley Hunting Safaris has been a highlight for us and will be on our shortlist for our upcoming hunting trips. We cannot wait to revisit the farm and maybe even stay at the Hunter's camp on the Limpopo river.
Wilton Valley is now a NextHunt Verified and Recommended Farm.
March 2020
