About Us

Welcome to Jimmy Van Zyl Safaris

where passion for the outdoors runs deep in our veins

Founded by Jimmy Van Zyl, a third-generation rancher and avid hunter, our safari company embodies a legacy of stewardship, adventure, and hospitality that spans decades.

For over 15 years, we’ve been dedicated to providing unparalleled hunting experiences in the heart of South Africa. Our roots trace back to Fort Klipdam, where our family has cultivated not just a ranch, but a sanctuary for wildlife and a haven for those seeking the thrill of the hunt.

At Jimmy Van Zyl Safaris, we believe in more than just chasing trophies; we believe in conservation, sustainability, and the preservation of Africa’s natural heritage. That’s why ethical hunting practices are at the core of everything we do, ensuring that each expedition is not only thrilling but also respectful of the environment and the magnificent creatures that call it home.

Meet the Team

Gerhard & Ané Pretorius

Professional Hunter

Ruan & Anri Burger

Professional Hunter

Reynard & Anuska van Deventer

Professional Hunter

Zadock Dinkelmann

Professional Hunter

Adriaan Buitendach

Professional Hunter

Nicole Prins

Day Trip Guide / Photographer

Christa van der Linde

Chef

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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