Sable package in 5* lodge on 1x1
Package price
Package price
Trophy fee is not included
Herman - outfitter, hunting manager and Michael - General Manager
South Africa
Response rate: 92%
Response time: within a month
More about us
Our company was established in 1998 and operates in 1 territory.
The base camp is situated as a small oasis in the middle of the glorious Waterberg Mountains, amongst wildlife from all over the southern regions of Africa. Furthermore it is neighbours to the Welgevonden Big 5 Area, and only a short drive from Pilansberg National Park.
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About this hunt
The area is enormous and has a very varied biodiversity. The daily driving distance is within a 30-60 min. drive. The hunt is usually done as a mix of driving in open safari jeeps to find the game, and stalking. These arrangements are done in close coordination with your PH (Professional Hunter) who always accompanies you during the hunt, and is there solely to assist and help in any way possible. Furthermore you will be accompanied by highly qualified Trackers that can find even the smallest of tracks left behind. A typical day starts at around 5.30, with a big continental breakfast followed by a quick drive to your designated hunting area where you, together with your PH and Tracker will start your hunt. As the heat starts to rise, and the animals stop being active, its time for a mid-day break. You either drive back to The Elephant Lodge, or you rest under a three whilst lunch is prepared. After an energizing meal and well deserved break you start up again, and continue until sunset – or when you wish to return to The Elephant Lodge. If you at any point want to stop for the day, or otherwise have any preferences, this is your prerogative. Nett price for 8 days stay including 7 days hunt 1:1 and a Sable trophy (35-40"). Trophy guarantee/refund for animals not delivered: Sable $3,500 refund. Sable can without charge be substituted for any other trophies according to the price list and will be credit according to above mentioned values. Additional payment $350 per inch for Sable 40+
Guided
(Regular trip)
Rifle Hunting
Stalking
Bow Hunting
Hunting season: 1 Jul 2024 - 30 Jun 2025
Where you will hunt
Territory
Fence type: Fenced
Territory size: 500.000 acres
Languages spoken by staff: English
Operating since: 1998 year
Structure by elevation
Plains: 50%
Hills: 50%
Structure by landscape
Fields/Bush: 50%
Forest: 50%
Entertainment services
Excursions Photo Safari on open cruiser Visit to Shingwedzi Wildlife Center Tribal evening with Tswana culture Guided walking trail Visit to Pilanesberg National Park
Where you will stay
Leopard Lodge
New Lodge (5 stars) was finished in 2022 In each room you will find specially imported beds and duvets guaranteeing your sleeping pleasure after a long day of hunting. You will have all the high-end modern facilities you may need, including free internet and Wi-Fi in the lounge area. Furthermore you will find fans/air-condition, a safety box and adaptors for European and American plugs in each room. You may choose between 3 different types of rooms: Superior room, suites, VIP Bungalow. In all the rooms you will find towels, shampoo and body wash. The beds are comfortable box mattresses, with duvets and pillows. The rooms are cleaned and towels replaced every day. The power supply is 230V and you will find adaptors suited for European and American plugs in every room.
Facilities: TV Internet Ensuite shower Laundry Safe Electricity Wine tasting
How to get there
Airport transfer can be arranged for our clients.
Nearest airport: Pretoria
Distance from airport: 149 miles
Transfer from airport: Yes
Transfer from railway: No
Other information
Gun rental: Yes
Vaccination required: No
Terms
Price Includes
- Accommodation
- Transport on territory
- Transfer from/to airport
- Guiding by PH
- Field trophy preparation
- 8 nights at 5* lodge
- Free stay and access to our photo-safari program for 1 observer
- Program planning and hunting licenses
- Full board at a high gastronomic level
- Free Beverage during the hunt
- 7 days hunting with Professional hunter 1:1 and 4WD hunting car
- Transport including insurance of trophies to our South African taxidermist
- Tracker, skinner and field preparation
- Service package regarding taxidermy work and organization of export in cooperation with authorized export agent
- Guide service, photo safaris and activities according to companion program
- Bar packages
Cancellation
- Deposit is non refundable.
- Credit cards and Bank Transfers are accepted (no cash)
Price DOES NOT include
- Additional hunting day: $350
- Additional hunting day per companion: $100
- Flight tickets and insurances
- Trophy fees other than the package
- Insurances
- Rifle hire per day: $25
- Ammunition
- Gratuities to PH and staff
- Trophy fees and taxidermy work
- Shipment of trophies from taxidermist to home address
- Tribal Evening with Tswana culture, food and free wine (Friday evenings) - by request
- Visit to Pilanesberg National Park (On Sunday) - by request
- Beverages consumed outside of hunting
- Gun permits
Wounding
- 100% of trophy fees
Price Includes
- Accommodation
- Transport on territory
- Transfer from/to airport
- Guiding by PH
- Field trophy preparation
- 8 nights at 5* lodge
- Free stay and access to our photo-safari program for 1 observer
- Program planning and hunting licenses
- Full board at a high gastronomic level
- Free Beverage during the hunt
- 7 days hunting with Professional hunter 1:1 and 4WD hunting car
- Transport including insurance of trophies to our South African taxidermist
- Tracker, skinner and field preparation
- Service package regarding taxidermy work and organization of export in cooperation with authorized export agent
- Guide service, photo safaris and activities according to companion program
- Bar packages
Price DOES NOT include
- Additional hunting day: $350
- Additional hunting day per companion: $100
- Flight tickets and insurances
- Trophy fees other than the package
- Insurances
- Rifle hire per day: $25
- Ammunition
- Gratuities to PH and staff
- Trophy fees and taxidermy work
- Shipment of trophies from taxidermist to home address
- Tribal Evening with Tswana culture, food and free wine (Friday evenings) - by request
- Visit to Pilanesberg National Park (On Sunday) - by request
- Beverages consumed outside of hunting
- Gun permits
Cancellation
- Deposit is non refundable.
- Credit cards and Bank Transfers are accepted (no cash)
Wounding
- 100% of trophy fees
Payment
Deposit
Final payment
Reviews (26)
Game, staff, food, accommodation, all wonderful
I really enjoyed that the photo safari side of this lodge was available at no additional cost. My son and I utilized that many times. The hunting grounds varied in size up to 25000ac, we always saw game and almost always multiple species. The PH was very accommodating to what we wanted to get out of our hunt, and we were successful in harvesting every animal we came for and a few more on top of that. The staff, food, drinks, all were great.
I have no complaints.
You can't top this amazing African adventure!
Matswani's facilities, people, and service were top notch! My wife and I had such a wonderful time. I can't imagine how our trip could have been better. The VALUE we got from Matswani was unbelievable. My wife isn't a hunter and she was able to enjoy not only the Leopard Lodge but also the game reserve every day. The food was out of this world, and the Matswani team was so accommodating! My PH got us on game every day, and I had lots of shot opportunities. My PH went out of his way to make sure we were successful, and with every animal he spent lots of time taking great photos. He even ran my video camera for me and recorded every shot.
I didn't like that I had to leave... We didn't get on a big shooter kudu or warthog like I wanted, but that's hunting. I took six amazing animals, and I have a lifetime of pictures, videos, and memories.
Excellent hunting experience
Food was great, rooms were very nice, great assortment of animals to hunt at reasonable prices, friendly and accommodating staff. Will bring my son and nephews to hunt some big game.
Not open range but I don't believe that exists anywhere in South Africa anymore.
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