My only advice is this - Do like I did and book two Safaris right now. The first one is for PG only and practice to learn the lay of the land and the manners of the various animals and get to know your PH and he you. Then go back to take your Cape Buffalo. I know that only about 10 buff in 100 might present a real risk to you the hunters or charge at all, but they are not a trivial hunt. They are unpredictable and can be extremely dangerous. By building up a bit of African field experience you will be a better buffalo hunter and have a great time. Any you are going to be going back anyway so you may as well plan on it now. I know. I think about Africa every day. I have been back twice and am planning my next trip back now.I am a jump all in type. So looking to do a Cape, Croc, and then some plains game.