Malapati Safari area is situated on the western boundary of the Gonarezhou National Park in the south of Zimabwe. The African game hunting concession consists of both National Park Safari area and communal lands which allows for hunting elephant crops raiders that come out from the park. In total the hunting concession is 7000Ha of wilderness.

The Mwenezi River is the boundary with the park and has water that flows year round acting as a huge draw card for hunting of game later in the dry season. The hunting camp is situated on the banks of the Mwenezi River not far from the National Parks base camp which has an airstrip that we use for our guests should they chose to transfer by air.

In Malapati the plains game hunting as well as the big game hunting is exceptional. It is well known for its big elephant, buffalo, nyala, waterbuck and leopard. Numerous other species are also available for hunting.

We offer hunts ranging from 7 days buffalo/ plains game to the full 28 day hunt of the big four plus plainsgame. Malapati is truly a great wild area that offers an outstanding hunting experience.

Although the Gemsbok is uniquely adapted for the drier areas of the Kalahari, some of them are found at the coastal areas. It is sad as it is not their natural habitat and they struggle to survive there. The animals are best hunted in the Limpopo and Free State areas where they are more easily spotted. Tracking them on foot while on a gemsbok hunting expedition will be a long process as they will keep ahead of you no matter what you do. You will find them feeding in the mornings, while resting under trees in the mid day. It is an animal well worth the hunt and being one of the most magnificent species their beauty is to be admired. Select one of the packages in our range that includes gemsbok hunting for a truly unique hunting experience.

The gemsbuck roams in small herds of about 12 with a dominant bull to lead the herd. Although mostly found in the Kalahari, gemsbuck hunting in the Free State and Limpopo can also be done. It is a buck that has long before today learned the skills of survival and is also one that has to be shot just right. The first shot in gemsbuck hunting is essential. You will need to hit the vital organs. As such you have to get closer to the animal for a clean shot, which may also be the most difficult of tasks. The animals will stand still until you get close and then break away, making it difficult to get the clean shot. When it comes to trophy gemsbuck hunting, the general rule is that a longer portion of smooth horn will indicate an older animal and will thus be the better trophy.

The waterbuck is a dangerous animal when wounded, and in most cases a bit on the aggressive side to start with. As such extreme caution should be used when you go waterbuck hunting in Africa. They are difficult to spot and you should be ready for action before you meet the animal. You will find that the animals are normally close to water sources. Waterbuck hunting can take place in the early mornings when they are quite active or in the afternoons when they lay down under the trees. It should be noted the bulls are very territorial and should not be misjudged at all. The best way to go about waterbuck hunting is to walk through the thick vegetation until a herd is spot. Be patient it will not be long before you see the bull. Their meat however, is not tasty at all and is a bit on the smelly side, but as trophies you don’t get more challenging.

Probably the most exciting of hunts – that of leopard hunting in Africa, is not for the fainthearted. The animal is shrewd and outsmarts the hunter on many an occasion. It is a dangerous animal, not so much because of size and strength, but because it is well camouflaged, difficult to spot, exceptionally fast and highly intelligent. The cat is best shot with a calibre of 30.06 upwards. It is essential to target the vital organs area or the shoulder. Since few people will be lucky enough to have successful leopard hunting within a two week hunt safari, most outfitters follow the baiting option where the hunter waits for the animal to come to the bait. It is important to note that no lights may be used in any animal hunting. As such the skill lies in the waiting and ability to get a clean shot.

Book any of our packages which include blesbuck hunting in South Africa, Namibia or Botswana for an exiting hunt. The blesbuck came near to extinction not so long ago, but thanks to large scale re-introduction on farms in the mentioned countries, their numbers have increased considerably over the years. The meat is tender and tastier than most of the antelope species. Most of the blesbuck hunting in South Africa takes place in the Karoo and the grassland plains of the Free State. Long shots may be required and as such the calibres suitable range from 2.70 and 30.06 to 300 Magnum rifles. Only dare to shoot the animals with a .22 calibre if a close shot can be taken. There are no CITES restrictions on blesbuck hunting in South Africa.

We also offer wing shooting in South Africa, normally in the Free State where you will be able to hunt upland birds. The grasslands of the Free State form the perfect habitat for many of the birds allowed to be hunted as part of wing shooting in South Africa. We normally flush out the upland birds through the use of dogs and the walk and stalk method. When it comes to wing shooting in South Africa of Geese and Duck, the hunter normally waits in a natural hide directly under the flight path of the birds. The dogs used are regularly treated for any parasites and are rabies free. We adhere to the strict rules and regulations which govern wing shooting in South Africa and as such you will be guided regarding ethical hunting practices allowed.

You will most probably never come to South Africa, specifically for Impala hunting in Africa, but while here on a hunting expedition, you will enjoy the opportunity to do some Impala hunting. As one of the antelope species to be found almost anywhere in the country, the Impala is often killed as bait for lions and leopard hunting. The beautiful antelope is fast and very nervous. Its meat is rather tender and unlike many of the other antelope species doesn’t have a wild taste to it. You will be able to do Impala hunting with a .22 calibre and will take the shot from near the animal. The southern Impala is well represented in South Africa. The black faced impala is on the CITES list and as such may not be hunted. You will be able to spot an aged bull through the outwards turning of the horns and the shiny ends.

Due to a documentary a few years ago which severely damaged the image of hunting as a sport in South Africa, new bowhunting regulations were also introduced in 2007 of which effect would only be from June 2008. For the first time ever specific bowhunting regulations would also apply in South Africa. With the new bowhunting regulations stipulating that hunters may no longer hunt leopards, elephants, lions, cheetahs, and brown hyenas as a few examples using bows, some controversy followed. Hunters felt that since hippo and buffalo may be hunted with bows, that the above animals should not be excluded or that for instance hippos should also be excluded. With bowhunting regulations changing it is important to stay within the legal boundaries of what can be hunted. Ethical hunting practices must be followed at all times.