Elephant Hunt - Open System South Africa 2026 Season

[THAT'S AFRICA SAFARI]

Great news AFRICA HUNTING! We received our quota for the open system in South Africa.

So we present to you a Open System 25lbs Elephant Hunt – Limited Availability

Looking for a true free-range African elephant hunt? We have an open system elephant hunt package now available and booking for the upcoming season which runs from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027.

Please get in contact directly about what the open system is and where exactly this hunt takes place as we are not permitted to advertise on social media platforms.

Our area offers vast, unfenced wilderness where elephants move naturally across millions of square miles. This is not a small fenced property, this is a genuine open ecosystem hunt where tracking, patience, and teamwork make the experience unforgettable.

Package Highlights

• 7-Day
• 25lbs Elephant Hunt
• Pick up and drop off East gate Airport in Hoedspruit
• Fully guided by experienced & Licensed Professional Hunters
• Observers welcome
• Open system / unfenced hunting area
• Comfortable bush camp accommodations

Expect long days on the tracks, following fresh sign through true African bush. This hunt is ideal for hunters looking for an authentic tracking experience.

Safari Details

• Location: Open System South Africa - Nearest Town - Hoedspruit
• Species: 25lbs Elephant Bull
• Hunt Length: 7 days
• Method: Tracking bulls on foot with experienced PH and local trackers
• Camp: Comfortable bush camp with full staff and good food

Cost: $18 650 per package
1x1 Hunting

Included

• Service of a licensed Professional Hunter, Skinner and Tracker
• Use of fully equipped 4x4 Hunting vehicle in the hunting area
• Necessary field & camp staff
• Fully serviced Accommodation & meals for the duration of the hunting safari
• Non-alcoholic drinks and refreshments
• Trophy field preparation
• Laundry and cleaning services

Not Included

• Observer add $285 per day per observer
• Firearms and ammunition (Rifle Hire available: $45 p/d p/ rifle; Ammunition at cost)
• Dip & pack / shipping / taxidermy
• Travel and medical insurance
• all accommodation and meals before and after the safari

Send a PM or contact me directly for:

• Available dates
• Photos of the concession & accommodation
• References from previous hunters

Experience elephant hunting the way it was meant to be—wild, challenging, and unforgettable.

 

[THAT'S AFRICA SAFARI]

Good day everyone
We only have two of these hunts still available.

 

[Mountaineer]

Good morning. If SA passes the bill allowing exports could this be exported?

 

[THAT'S AFRICA SAFARI]

Good day Mountaineer
If the bill passes and the elephants become exportable you will be able to export but not at the above price. The reserves have a different price structure for when they become exportable. When we sell them as non-exportable and they do open up before the hunt takes place, they stay non exportable, but should you wish to export the price will change. The price on a 25-pound elephant exportable is $21000 plus day fee of $450 and this will be a 7-day hunt.

 

[Rocco]

Hi
Could you hunt other big game during the same trip.

 

[THAT'S AFRICA SAFARI]

Good day Rocco
Yes one can. We still have one hippo available. I have a client that has taken an option till Friday on our last available buffalo. Should he not take it then it will become available again.
Regards
Valie

 

[THAT'S AFRICA SAFARI]

Good day everyone
We still have one of these hunts available.
We have had a cancelation on a buffalo, so there is the possibility to add a buffalo to the hunt.
Regards
Valie

 

[Huntforever]

Can this be down with a bow?

 

[THAT'S AFRICA SAFARI]

Good day Huntforever
Unfortunately, no permits are issued to hunt elephant in South Africa with a bow.

 

[THAT'S AFRICA SAFARI]

Good day to the AH community.
Just to inform everyone that these hunts have been sold. Thank you for everyone's support