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Welcome to Jimmy Van Zyl Safaris

where the call of the wild meets the comfort of home

Embark on an unforgettable adventure through the heart of Africa with our Big 5 and Plains Game hunting safaris, meticulously crafted to offer you an authentic and exhilarating experience.

Our team of seasoned professionals, boasting three expert hunters, awaits to guide you through the rugged landscapes of Limpopo and Free State Provinces in South Africa. From the sprawling plains of Alldays to the majestic terrain of Waterpoort and Polokwane, as well as the untamed wilderness of Bergville in Free State, we offer diverse hunting grounds teeming with an abundance of game.

Contact Us for an Unforgettable Experience!

Have questions or ready to embark on an extraordinary African adventure? Our team at Jimmy van Zyl Safaris is here to assist you. Get in touch with us today to book your stay, inquire about our services, or seek any further information. We can’t wait to hear from you and help create memories that will last a lifetime. Contact us now and let the journey begin.

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Springhaas

Rhino

Rehbok

Oribi

Honey Badger

Dik Dik

Com Duiker

Cape Grey buck

Cape Bushbuck

Brown Hyena

Crocuta crocuta

Weight80 kg60 kg
Shoulder height0.8 m0.8 m
Roland ward
SCI

These carnivores form groups of up to 5 with a very complex social structure. females are larger and dominate.
They are commonly believed to be scavengers ,but they are primarely hunters that would scavenge.

What a hunter may expect on a hunt

Night hunting, calling, or baiting

Equipment suggestion

Rifle:

  • Minimum of .270cal
  • Slower caliber
  • Good quality bullet

Bow:

  • Minimum of 60 pound draw
  • Good quality broad head

Blue Duiker

Blue Wildebeest

Connochaetes gnou

Weight185kg100kg
Shoulder height1.2m1.2m
Roland ward227/8″ –
SCI72″

Clown of the plain these wildebeest with the white tails and mane form herds with a dominant male and bachelor herds. They graze on the open grass land.

What a hunter may expect on a hunt

Longer shots in open grass land. Ambush and vehicle hunting is the norm in these open areas.

Equipment suggestion

Rifle:

  • Minimum of .270cal
  • Good quality bullet

Bow:

  • Minimum of 50 pound draw
  • Good quality broad head