Older Legs ... A Cape Buff Hunt With Lower Physical Requirements?

[Nomadx2]

Hey everyone, I am starting to plan my 1st Cape Buffalo hunt. I am in my early 60's and have a health issue that has lead to leg issues. Essentially I have neuropathy which has impacted my level of stamina. I can walk and work outside during the day, I just need to take breaks. To some extent, the more I move the better they feel, but will need recovery time.

As much as I really want a true cape buffalo hunt in the open wilds chasing down a Dagga boy over many miles of stalking, I have to be realistic that I am not going to be running up & down hills all day as I no longer have 30-40 year old legs.

I am looking at the South Africa, Namibia, area (open to other thoughts on the southern 1/3 of Africa) for target hunting areas. Would like to find an Outfitter/PH who could handle this type of request. Looking for a good dagga boy buff hunt experience along with options for other plains game. Primary is the buff and flexible on PG.

Any of you other OG's out there that can share training & prep and what to expect would also be appreciated.

Would appreciate any recommendations you guys could make.

 

[TERMINATOR]

Hey everyone, I am starting to plan my 1st Cape Buffalo hunt. I am in my early 60's and have a health issue that has lead to leg issues. Essentially I have neuropathy which has impacted my level of stamina. I can walk and work outside during the day, I just need to take breaks. To some extent, the more I move the better they feel, but will need recovery time.

As much as I really want a true cape buffalo hunts in the open wilds chasing down a Dagga boy over many miles of stalking, I have to be realistic that I am not going to be running up & down hills all day as I no longer have 30-40 year old legs.

I am looking at the South Africa, Namibia, area (open to other thoughts on the southern 1/3 of Africa) for target hunting areas. Would like to find an Outfitter/PH who could handle this type of request. Looking for a good dagga boy buff hunt experience along with options for other plains game. Primary is the buff and flexible on PG.

Any of you other OG's out there that can share training & prep and what to expect would also be appreciated.

Would appreciate any recommendations you guys could make.

Reach out to Marius @KMG Hunting Safaris and discuss.

I just took a Cape Buffalo with him. I am 62, had spinal fusion a few years back and have neuropahty to where I have almost no feeling in my feet.

We got it done, as my profile pic proves.

I think RSA spot/stalk would be your best bet, vs. long tracking hunts.

 

[eyedok]

I have alot of back problems and have had incredible hunts the last two years with Johnny Duplooys in Zambia, have been to Africa about 10 times, and the Luangwa Valley is hard to beat

 

[Hunt anything]

I believe South Africa will be your best bet. But I would try to avoid the Kalahari areas while some offer big farms with fabulous buffalo, the thick sand may hamper the enjoyment of the hunt.

 

[Kevin Peacocke]

The Save in Zimbabwe is also an option, the hunting parts are dead flat, so spot and stalk is easier. It is also well transected by driveable tracks, so walking distances would be less.

 

[Kevin Peacocke]

Reach out to Marius @KMG Hunting Safaris and discuss.

I just took a Cape Buffalo with him. I am 62, had spinal fusion a few years back and have neuropahty to where I have almost no feeling in my feet.

We got it done, as my profile pic proves.

I think RSA spot/stalk would be your best bet, vs. long tracking hunts.

That is a very nice buff you got.

 

[TERMINATOR]

That is a very nice buff you got.

Thank you. Is the perfect trophy for me. Old and solid boss almost fused together. I am not much for record book scoring. I just wanted an old bruiser and we got one

We had to work hard to get him. Had a foiled stalk in the morning that included hands and knees crawling over the rocky hillside.

Couldn’t get a shot so we had to regroup and got him in the evening

 

[TERMINATOR]

I have alot of back problems and have had incredible hunts the last two years with Johnny Duplooys in Zambia, have been to Africa about 10 times, and the Luangwa Valley is hard to beat

Sounds fun!

 

[Happy Myles]

Just let your potential outfitters know of your concerns and listen to their thoughts. i have taken countless Cape buffalo since turning 60. Five in Tanzania since i turned 80.

 

[TERMINATOR]

Just let your potential outfitters know of your concerns and listen to their thoughts. i have taken countless Cape buffalo since turning 60. Five in Tanzania since i turned 80.

You give me hope!

 

[Nomadx2]

Reach out to Marius @KMG Hunting Safaris and discuss.

I just took a Cape Buffalo with him. I am 62, had spinal fusion a few years back and have neuropahty to where I have almost no feeling in my feet.

We got it done, as my profile pic proves.

I think RSA spot/stalk would be your best bet, vs. long tracking hunts.

Sounds like similar challenges, I will check them out.

 

[Nomadx2]

The Save in Zimbabwe is also an option, the hunting parts are dead flat, so spot and stalk is easier. It is also well transected by driveable tracks, so walking distances would be less.

Sounds interesting and a possible fit. Any outfitter recommendations?

 

[PARA45]

You give me hope!

He gives all of us hope

 

[Nomadx2]

Thank you. Is the perfect trophy for me. Old and solid boss almost fused together. I am not much for record book scoring. I just wanted an old bruiser and we got one

We had to work hard to get him. Had a foiled stalk in the morning that included hands and knees crawling over the rocky hillside.

Couldn’t get a shot so we had to regroup and got him in the evening

Btw ... great Buff! Same type I am looking for...

 

[Nomadx2]

Just let your potential outfitters know of your concerns and listen to their thoughts. i have taken countless Cape buffalo since turning 60. Five in Tanzania since i turned 80.

Who are you ... the bionic man?

Great inspiration from what you are still doing!

 

[Kevin Peacocke]

Sounds interesting and a possible fit. Any outfitter recommendations?

Makore Safaris, Dalton McLintock PH's for them, he will get you your buff come what may.

 

[TERMINATOR]

Sounds like similar challenges, I will check them out.

I have hunted with @KMG Hunting Safaris twice and going back for a 3rd time in 2024. Marius is as good as it gets in RSA.

Not saying that there are not other great outfitters in RSA....but it would be hard to find better.

 

[TERMINATOR]

Btw ... great Buff! Same type I am looking for...

Teeth were worn to the gums
Was a Bad MFer

 

[Nomadx2]

Teeth were worn to the gums
Was a Bad MFer

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Outstanding old Buff! Looks & sounds like a tough old bruiser.

Did you do a hunt write-up here? If so, please share a link.

 

[sureshot375]

The greater Kruger in South Africa is what you seek. Animals are wild but but hunted heavily. The areas are set up for photo safaris so the road systems allow you to have shorter stalks.