HUNTING CAPE BUFFALO

Weighing in at about 800kg+ and standing up to 140cm there is no question to why they go by the name the Black death. They herd in numbers up to a hundred, but the mystery lies with the small bull herds wallowing in the sonic areas adjacent to perennial and seasonal streams. Spending most of their days in the mud these bulls are very defensive – and rightly so – they no longer have the protection of their herd anymore and so they urned the well known name “Dagga Boys” for their love of the mud.

Cape Buffalo Cow

Cows can weigh up to 750kg and usually live in large herds.

Cape Buffalo Bull

It takes a skilled hunter to harvest a majestic Cape buffalo Trophy, due to them being the most unpredictable of the big five you, can never come to prepare. Steyn Africa Safaris wants to give you an on foot Buffalo hunt experience.

It takes knowing Buffalo to Hunt buffalo, you’ll be tracking them in the sun for hours only to realize they found you first. They might be the easiest to approach to within shooting range but keep in mind this could be your last shot – ever. Luckily you will accompanied by Gerard Steyn (PH|HO)  who has studied these animals not only professional but interacts with them almost on a daily bases.

Shot placement is critically important when hunting Cape buffalo. They are heavy boned, have a lot of muscle mass and relatively thick skin. Keep in mind that the buffalos 10 – 15mm thick ribs overlap, witch narrows down your chances of getting in a good shot, especially when hunting with a bow.

The hunt doesn’t stops after the last shot has been fired.

If the buffalo is injured, be cautious when tracking the blood trail they might wait for you in the thick bush and when you get close enough they will charge you with the intention to annihilate you. So when following the blood trail keep your ears open for ox peckers or cattle regrets who might warn you of the animals whereabouts. When a buffalo charges you it will not deviate but will follow through with the conclusion. It can only be stopped with a headshot.

Join Steyn Africa Safaris on a once in a life-time Cape buffalo hunt in the bushveld !

SHOT PLACEMENT

Buffalo are frequently shot from a side on presentation in to the heart/lung area. This shot is possible with firarms of adiquet caliber and bullet constructed broadhead. Head shots (Only with firearms- not with bows) 

General rules to consider when bringing your own firearms

  • You are not allowed to import more than 4 firearms (max. 2 pr. case)
  • No more than 1 firearm of the same caliber is allowed
  • You are not allowed to import more than 200 bullets in total
  • Ammunition must not weigh more than 5 kg. (13 pounds) in total per. person
  • You must be at least 21 years old
  • You need to complete and bring a Temporary Import Permit Form (SAPS 520)
  • You must bring an official Invitation To Hunt (we will provide you with this)
  • You must bring proof of ownership of firearms and customs declaration form

Certificate of Competancy