Zululand is where you will find some of the best Nyala trophies in Southern Africa. Despite being shy and elusive we frequently turn down many bulls before squeezing the trigger on a special animal. Most of the hunting in this area is conducted on low fenced cattle country where the landowners value the wildlife and have been protecting it for generations. Hunting quotas are low to ensure great quality. We have been hunting this picturesque destination since the 80s and the Nyala and other wildlife populations are impressive.

This is the ideal destination for families because there is much for non-hunters to see and do in the surrounding area coupled with the fact the lodge has an equipped spa.

It is also perfect for serious trophy hunters who are after specific species such as Suni and Red Duiker. This is one of the few areas in South Africa where Suni and Red duiker can be hunted. They require a specific type of forest habitat to flourish in, and this is exactly what we have here! Hunting the pygmy antelope is an awesome hunt in truly beautiful forests where walking slowly one step at a time, waiting patiently and calling occasionally is the order of the day.

Crocodiles are not very large here and you can expect an 8–10-footer, maybe more if the stars align, however you are assured of a great hunt and success is not guaranteed. Success rate on hippo stands at 90%, and we have enjoyed many successful hunts and taken some great old bulls over the years. Permits for crocodile, hippo, spotted hyena and leopard are extremely limited. Leopard hunting has been closed for several years and we expect this to open in the future. We can confidently say that there are some very large leopards in this neck of the woods!

Leopards are prolific because there is an abundance of prey which unfortunately also includes cattle! We pick up leopard tracks daily and frequently see them whilst out hunting or returning to camp at night They kill a lot of cattle each year as do the spotted hyenas. Despite this the landowner is extremely tolerant of the predators because he is a devoted conservationist, and his family has protected wildlife here for generations.

Over and above the aforementioned species, a safari here can include several species such as common reedbuck, grey duiker, bushpig over bait, warthog, impala, and other plains game species.

Hunters are accommodated in a luxurious tented and thatched safari camp set under a canopy of large indigenous trees. The tents are beautifully appointed and include complete ensuite bathrooms and outdoor showers.

This camp can accommodate up to 20 guests. Although the owners cater to non-hunting guests while we are there, they do not interfere with the hunting activities at all and we barely see other guests in the camp. In the evenings we dine privately in the outside boma around a warm campfire where we are served by well-trained friendly waiters. Meals are excellent, and you will have several choices of starter, main and dessert to choose from in the evenings. Breakfasts and lunches are served in the main dining area or outside (privately) under shade trees overlooking a busy waterhole. The camp boasts an excellent spa and swimming pool. Standard services such as laundry and housekeeping are done daily. Wi-Fi is limited to the dining area and comfortable lounge. Cell coverage is intermittent in the field. This is considered a low-risk malaria area, especially in winter but please consult your doctor about acquiring prophylactics.

Central Zululand is easy to get to and requires a short domestic flight from Johannesburg to Richards Bay followed by a 1.5-hour drive or alternatively you can charter a plane to within 20 minutes of the lodge or be driven from Durban Airport which takes about 3 hours.