Hunting in South Africa
Southern Safaris specialises in rifle and bow hunting safaris in carefully selected areas of Southern Africa. Our hunting concessions have been specifically chosen to provide for the hunting of a wide variety of species, in their natural environment. The rich variety of species in their abundance, together with the skills of our professional hunters will assist you in the pursuit of your trophy. Experience the splendour of the African Bushveld. Based in Southern Kwazulu Natal, we offer tailor made hunting and fishing safaris in South Africa and Mozambique.Kwa-Zulu Natal
In Kwa-Zulu Natal province we specialize in hunting the indigenous trophies of the Umkomaas Valley and the Drakensberg Mountains. These areas are famous for Nyala, Bushbuck, Kudu, Reedbuck, Mountain Reedbuck and Vaal Rhebuck. Various more common species occur in the same areas.Umkomaas Valley
All safaris into Kwazulu Natal start from the Durban International Airport. Road transfers take approximately two hours (150km) into the Umkomaas Valley. Accommodation is in typical Game Lodge fashion, with private chalets and on suite bathrooms overlooking the breathtaking Umkomaas River. Our Concession is situated 150 km from Durban in the Umkomaas Valley. The camp is situated on a 3000 ha ranch on the banks of the Umkomaas River. This area is not game fenced and allow for the natural movement of our main species in Nyala, Kudu and Bushbuck. The topography is typically mountainous with the vegetation Soft Bushveld. Over the past 4 years we have managed and developed this area of the valley into one of the prime Nyala and Bushbuck destinations in the country. We are currently averaging 26.5" on our Nyala trophies taken in this area (for last season). Our best trophy has been a 29" bull.Drakensberg
Our concession is in the Kokstad area of the Southern Drakensberg foothills where we hunt mainly on open farmland covering the Mount Currie district. The topography and vegetation are typically mountainous Grassland and lies at an altitude of roughly 6 000 ft above sea level with peaks of up to 7 000 ft. Marshy valley floors combined with steep grassy slopes makes for ideal Reedbuck habitat. The quality of trophies is exceptional and we collected the current No.2 in Rowland Ward (18 3/8") from this area in 2000. We boast a 100% success rate on quality Reedbuck and Mountain Reedbuck.Limpopo Valley
We also offer trophy hunting in the Limpopo Valley, in the northern part of the Limpopo Province. We utilise around 30 000 acres of rich African bushveld, with river frontage on the Limpopo River and Mogalakwena River. The pristine Limpopo Valley is famous for its variety and abundance of indigenous wildlife, including the Big Five. This area offers great opportunities for the rifle and bow hunter. We offer well-established blinds for exclusive use to our archery clients. A transfer can commence from Johannesburg and will take 5 hours or from Pietersburg and will then take 2 hours. The climate is suitable for a hunting from March to November, with temperatures ranging between 2oC and 35oC (25oF and 95oF), during the dry season.Accomodation
Accomodation on all our concessions is in beautifully apointed chalets, with breathtaking views. The guest chalets are air conditioned, has an on suite bathroom, and is equipedded with a kitchennette, for your convenience.Meals and drinks: Meals are served from the cental dining room adjasent to the sundeck and the traditional "Braai" area. Typical South African fare is prepared by your hostess, in a very cosy kitchen. Emphasis is placed on preparing venison and each hunter will get the opportunity to enjouy the fruits of his or her labor. Cooldrinks are included in the daly service and we cater for most tastes, where possible. We enjoy serving our world famous SA wines and we can stock speciality items with prior arrangement.
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Accomodation on all our concessions is in beautifully apointed chalets, with breathtaking views. The guest chalets are air conditioned, has an on suite bathroom, and is equipedded with a kitchennette, for your convenience.
