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.
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
Weight
185kg
100kg
Shoulder height
1.2m
1.2m
Roland ward
22
7/8″ –
SCI
72″
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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.