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Dear AH Members,
As we look ahead to the 2027 hunting season, the Tsala Safaris team would like to invite you for a buffalo hunt in Southern Mozambique and share some news from our hunting area.
The past season has been a very rewarding one for us, not only because of the very good success we have had on our buffalo hunts, but also because we are starting to see the results of our hard work protecting and looking after this beautiful piece of African wilderness.
Our anti-poaching efforts are paying off, and we are seeing more and more wildlife in our area.
Our own hunting area covers approximately 200,000 acres, with no game fences restricting the natural movement of animals.
Buffalo, elephant and plains game move freely throughout this vast wilderness, and that is exactly what makes this area so special to us.
Over the years we have put a lot of effort into our anti-poaching operations, and it is very rewarding to see the difference this is making.
We are seeing larger buffalo herds, more elephant moving through the area and increasing numbers of plains game.
Another big factor has been the availability of permanent water. Anyone who knows this part of Mozambique will understand just how important reliable water is, especially during the dry months.
The combination of permanent water and our continued anti-poaching efforts has made a huge difference to the wildlife in our area.
What we are particularly happy about is that even with the increase in wildlife, the area has not lost any of its wild character.
The animals are completely free to move wherever they want, and sometimes they simply disappear into this enormous wilderness.
That is part of the challenge, and exactly how we believe buffalo hunting should be.
The buffalo numbers we are seeing are very encouraging, and we are proud of what our area has to offer.
But having good buffalo numbers does not mean the hunting is easy!
We hunt our buffalo on foot, tracking them through thick mopane forests, jess bush, dry riverbeds and open savannah.
Some mornings we pick up fresh tracks early and spend the rest of the day following a few dagga boys. Other days we walk for hours, only to have the buffalo outsmart us and disappear into the thick bush.
And then there are those days when everything comes together after hours of hard work. Those are the moments we all hunt for.
This is proper free-range buffalo hunting, where nothing is guaranteed and every buffalo is earned.
Our local trackers have grown up in this country and know the area extremely well. Their knowledge of the bush, spoor and animal movements makes a huge difference.
Together with our Professional Hunters, they work hard to give every client the best possible hunting experience.
Mopane Forests: Large stretches of thick mopane woodland where buffalo can disappear very quickly. This can be difficult hunting, especially when following old dagga boys.
Jess Bush and Dry Riverbeds: Thick cover where buffalo often spend their days. Tracking through this country can bring you very close to buffalo, sometimes closer than expected!
Open Savannah and Baobab Country: Beautiful open areas with large baobab trees, offering great scenery and opportunities to see wildlife moving through the area.
The Save River: The river is an important part of this ecosystem, supporting wildlife and adding something very special to the landscape.
Every day can be different, depending on where the buffalo are moving and what the conditions are like.
2027 Buffalo Safari – 1×1
This package includes 9 full hunting days and 2 travelling days.
Our suggestion is to book the buffalo package as the main hunt, and then add other species as opportunities arise during the safari.
We also welcome , observers and groups of two or three hunters. Each hunter will have their own Professional Hunter, hunting vehicle and tracking team.
This works very well in our area, as everyone can enjoy their own hunting experience during the day and get together around the campfire in the evenings to share stories.
A $2,000.00 deposit will secure your hunting dates.
Licence Fees and Firearm Permits:
Licence fees and Mozambique firearm import/export permits are payable in January/February of the safari year.
Daily Rates:
Daily hunting fees are payable 45 days before the safari commences.
Trophy Fees:
Trophy fees are payable when an animal is wounded or killed.
Plains Game:
Plains game licence fees and trophy fees are only payable when an animal is wounded or killed.
All additional species are subject to the relevant permits and quotas.
The increase in buffalo, elephant and plains game is something we have been working towards for a long time, and seeing our anti-poaching efforts making a difference is very rewarding for everyone involved.
We are proud of the buffalo we have hunted this past season, but just as proud of seeing healthy herds moving freely through the area.
There is something special about spending a long day tracking buffalo in wild country, returning to camp overlooking the Save River, and sitting around the fire sharing the day's experiences.
The wildlife is increasing, the area remains wild and untamed, and the hunting is as exciting and challenging as ever.
We would love to welcome both returning clients and new hunters to our area in 2027.
Our 2027 bookings are open, and you are most welcome to contact us with any questions about the area, available dates, additional species or safari arrangements.
We look forward to another great hunting season and hopefully sharing this special part of Africa with some of you.
We will be exhibiting at SCI 2027 , we would love to meet up at booth 411.
Kind regards,
The Tsala Safaris Team
As we look ahead to the 2027 hunting season, the Tsala Safaris team would like to invite you for a buffalo hunt in Southern Mozambique and share some news from our hunting area.
The past season has been a very rewarding one for us, not only because of the very good success we have had on our buffalo hunts, but also because we are starting to see the results of our hard work protecting and looking after this beautiful piece of African wilderness.
Our anti-poaching efforts are paying off, and we are seeing more and more wildlife in our area.
OUR AREA IN SOUTHERN MOZAMBIQUE
Our hunting concession is situated in a remote part of southern Mozambique, sharing an unfenced boundary with Gonarezhou National Park in Zimbabwe, and forming part of a huge open ecosystem of more than two million acres.Our own hunting area covers approximately 200,000 acres, with no game fences restricting the natural movement of animals.
Buffalo, elephant and plains game move freely throughout this vast wilderness, and that is exactly what makes this area so special to us.
Over the years we have put a lot of effort into our anti-poaching operations, and it is very rewarding to see the difference this is making.
We are seeing larger buffalo herds, more elephant moving through the area and increasing numbers of plains game.
Another big factor has been the availability of permanent water. Anyone who knows this part of Mozambique will understand just how important reliable water is, especially during the dry months.
The combination of permanent water and our continued anti-poaching efforts has made a huge difference to the wildlife in our area.
What we are particularly happy about is that even with the increase in wildlife, the area has not lost any of its wild character.
The animals are completely free to move wherever they want, and sometimes they simply disappear into this enormous wilderness.
That is part of the challenge, and exactly how we believe buffalo hunting should be.
OUR 2026 BUFFALO SEASON
We have had a very successful buffalo season in 2026, with some excellent hunts and many memorable days spent in the bush with our clients including a few 60" kudu and 100 pound Elephant.The buffalo numbers we are seeing are very encouraging, and we are proud of what our area has to offer.
But having good buffalo numbers does not mean the hunting is easy!
We hunt our buffalo on foot, tracking them through thick mopane forests, jess bush, dry riverbeds and open savannah.
Some mornings we pick up fresh tracks early and spend the rest of the day following a few dagga boys. Other days we walk for hours, only to have the buffalo outsmart us and disappear into the thick bush.
And then there are those days when everything comes together after hours of hard work. Those are the moments we all hunt for.
This is proper free-range buffalo hunting, where nothing is guaranteed and every buffalo is earned.
Our local trackers have grown up in this country and know the area extremely well. Their knowledge of the bush, spoor and animal movements makes a huge difference.
Together with our Professional Hunters, they work hard to give every client the best possible hunting experience.
THE COUNTRY WE HUNT
One of the things we love about our area is the variety of terrain.Mopane Forests: Large stretches of thick mopane woodland where buffalo can disappear very quickly. This can be difficult hunting, especially when following old dagga boys.
Jess Bush and Dry Riverbeds: Thick cover where buffalo often spend their days. Tracking through this country can bring you very close to buffalo, sometimes closer than expected!
Open Savannah and Baobab Country: Beautiful open areas with large baobab trees, offering great scenery and opportunities to see wildlife moving through the area.
The Save River: The river is an important part of this ecosystem, supporting wildlife and adding something very special to the landscape.
Every day can be different, depending on where the buffalo are moving and what the conditions are like.
OUR 2027 BUFFALO HUNTING PACKAGE
We will again be offering our 9-day buffalo hunting package, with two additional travelling days.2027 Buffalo Safari – 1×1
| Description |
|---|
| 1 × Buffalo Licence Fee @ $2000 |
| 1 × Firearm Import/Export – Mozambique @ $750 |
| 1 × Arrival and Departure Day @ $875 |
| 9 × Hunting Days @ $875.00 p.p.p.d. @ $7875 |
| 1 × Buffalo Trophy Fee @ $5300 |
| TOTAL PACKAGE PRICE - $16 800 |
This package includes 9 full hunting days and 2 travelling days.
DAILY RATES INCLUDE:
- Accommodation
- Laundry
- Meals, drinks and beverages
- Licensed Professional Hunter
- Use of a fully equipped hunting vehicle
- Trackers and skinners
- Client hunting licence
- Road transport from Johannesburg International Airport to our hunting area and return
DAILY RATES EXCLUDE:
- Air charters and commercial flights while on safari
- Any other expenses incurred before or after the safari
- Visa costs for Mozambique
- Rifle import permit for South Africa
- Taxidermy fees
- Shipment of trophies
- Gratuities
ADDITIONAL HUNTING OPPORTUNITIES
Apart from buffalo, we also have opportunities for hyena, hippo and various plains game species including Suni and Sharps Grysbok, depending on permit and quota availability.Our suggestion is to book the buffalo package as the main hunt, and then add other species as opportunities arise during the safari.
We also welcome , observers and groups of two or three hunters. Each hunter will have their own Professional Hunter, hunting vehicle and tracking team.
This works very well in our area, as everyone can enjoy their own hunting experience during the day and get together around the campfire in the evenings to share stories.
TERMS OF BUSINESS
Booking Deposit:A $2,000.00 deposit will secure your hunting dates.
Licence Fees and Firearm Permits:
Licence fees and Mozambique firearm import/export permits are payable in January/February of the safari year.
Daily Rates:
Daily hunting fees are payable 45 days before the safari commences.
Trophy Fees:
Trophy fees are payable when an animal is wounded or killed.
Plains Game:
Plains game licence fees and trophy fees are only payable when an animal is wounded or killed.
All additional species are subject to the relevant permits and quotas.
LOOKING AHEAD TO 2027
We are very excited about what we are seeing in our area and what the future holds.The increase in buffalo, elephant and plains game is something we have been working towards for a long time, and seeing our anti-poaching efforts making a difference is very rewarding for everyone involved.
We are proud of the buffalo we have hunted this past season, but just as proud of seeing healthy herds moving freely through the area.
There is something special about spending a long day tracking buffalo in wild country, returning to camp overlooking the Save River, and sitting around the fire sharing the day's experiences.
The wildlife is increasing, the area remains wild and untamed, and the hunting is as exciting and challenging as ever.
We would love to welcome both returning clients and new hunters to our area in 2027.
Our 2027 bookings are open, and you are most welcome to contact us with any questions about the area, available dates, additional species or safari arrangements.
We look forward to another great hunting season and hopefully sharing this special part of Africa with some of you.
We will be exhibiting at SCI 2027 , we would love to meet up at booth 411.
Kind regards,
The Tsala Safaris Team
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