All reviews of "Udell's Guiding & Outfitting"
Max
United States
10.0
Verified review
Mar 14, 2024
Successful Macnab Challenge
10.0
The trip immediately started with a catered pickup from the Johannesburg airport, followed by a relaxing drive to a reserve containing breathtaking animals. To say the Big 5 would be an understatement. Following the conclusion, my arrival at the lodge included a welcoming owner, operator, PH, and chef who began explaining the festivities planned for the hunt in the morning. The bonfire, dinner and dessert were delicious (including Kudu game meat). The lodge included my own private kitchen, living room, and clean bedroom. The morning started with a rifle warmup session for acclimating to the top-of-the-line equipment provided and the hunt began. The reserve size was expansive, with 4-wheel transportation everywhere to prevent becoming tired throughout the long and fun day ahead!
The macnab challenge included a Guineafowl, Impala, and Bass in the agenda. Guineafowl run quickly and aren’t the largest birds, but the PH and operator ensured we found a suitable location with Guineafowl for action, crossing the Guineafowl off my list.
The impala hunting was amazing. Many bucks and herds running and grazing across the land. It was a challenging time throughout the midday as the heat kicked in. We paused for a fantastic brunch ant the lodge, and fished for several hours in a local lake then private Eco-friendly (owned by Rust De Winters) resort that had large mouth bass swimming in the river alongside. An exhilarating catch was in-store and resulted in checking the bass off my list.
The owner mentioned that transitioning to a blesbok instead of an impala was an option as the day progressed for more exciting options! Lo and behold, my PH identified a grazing heaven with Blesbok. My operator advised me which animals were fair game, and we setup in the truck. Despite the brush, a visible shot was apparent which concluded the day. We celebrated with another sunset safari to see giraffes and zebras, followed by another excellent meal.
I cannot wait to come back, as this was an experience I will NEVER forget. Thank you, Rust De Winters!
The owner, operator, and PH made sure my stay was terrific.
Theodore
United States
10.0
Verified review
Mar 14, 2024
The most amazing honeymoon
10.0
Everything was top class. From the hunting to the accommodations, food and overall experience. We will no doubt be back for even longer than a week next time, it is a truly remarkable property with so much to access.
Nothing, everything was amazing
Jean-Pierre
Belgium
10.0
Verified review
Jan 6, 2023
Best Siberia Roe buck hunting ever
10.0
Ferenc
United States
9.7
A great hunting trip to Tajikistan
9.7
The whole trip was fantastic. Exactly the adventure I was looking for. I was picked up from the airport and driven (about 8h on mixed roads) to the West Central area of Tajikistan right into the shadow of Peak Ismoil Somoni. After arrival we overnighted in a small village and ate delicious local food. The next morning, we hiked out to the hunting camp, which consisted of two large wall tents and rugged amenities. The food and the company in camp was both great and the guides (huntsman) appeared knowledgeable and friendly despite the language barrier. (An interpreter was always present to help with communications). The next morning, we headed out to find the Ibex; after a rather challenging 3h hike up in a creek bed and after seeing a brown bear sow with two second year cubs, we reached the headwall of a high basin at about 12000 feet and spotted about 50-60 Ibex bedded on a glacier. We were able to climb above them and successfully harvest a 12-year-old billy with 122 cm horns. I could not be happier. The next day we hiked back to camp, and the day after drove back to Dushanbe. All in all, a trip of a lifetime. I would love to do it again.
Nothing really, the whole experience was great. Maybe the only thing that would have been nice was to know in advance how many guides (huntsman) and other personnel was in camp to be able to tip them adequately. But again, I could have also taken a bit more money with me right of the bat.
Kyle
8.0
Verified review
Jul 24, 2025
Tahr hunt
8.0
Great eye for tahr spotting and good hunting knowledge
Had a very good multi hr stalk in on our tahr that was exciting
Plans changed a few times
Unique
Good Value for Money
Wild Hunts New Zealand
outfitter
Thanks Kyle, great having you over to hunt.
Cheers
Adam
United States
10.0
Verified review
Jul 15, 2025
Amazing Spain Hunting Experience
10.0
The country was beautiful and Hunting DNA was very professional and put in the extra work to really make a successful hunt even with a lot of adversity
It was stupid hot, reach 50C but this is not in anyone's control. Added to the experience!!
Reliable
High Quality
Useful
Unique
Good Value for Money
Daniel
United States
10.0
Verified review
Jul 7, 2025
Best guided hunt I've ever been on
10.0
Jordan is professional, knowledgeable, and a fantastic host as well. He knows the terrain and the animals inside and out.
This is the first time I've ever had a hunt where I have nothing to complain about.
Reliable
High Quality
DeerCare
outfitter
Thanks for your review Dan, it was a pleasure hunting with you, well done on that successful hunt and shot and hope to see you again soon
Client review
United States
10.0
Verified review
Jul 4, 2025
Outstanding Outfitter!!!
10.0
Myself & my hunting buddy enjoyed hunting with this outfitter last year so much, we returned again this year. Brock went above and beyond like we’ve never experienced before.
This is a very remote area & wildfires kept us from accessing the only road to get to the landing at the lake to get picked up by his boat. He contacted us on our drive up from Indiana and redirected us to a town to the West to avoid the fires, and at his expense, put us up in a motel (and 4 other hunters), then charted a floatplane to get all of us to his lodge. Additionally, he took on the expense of paying for the floatplane to fly us out at the end of the hunt. WOW!!!
Outstanding outfitter, wonderful guides & accomodations & we were treated again to Chef Glenna’s delicious meals.
I tagged out on a nice Black Bear there last year & a BIG color phase brown bear this year.
That the time there had to end because everything was great!!
Reliable
High Quality
Unique
Good Value for Money
Chris
United States
10.0
Verified review
Jun 27, 2025
All around outstanding experience in Argentina.
10.0
It's always first and foremost about the hunting. The hunting was nothing short of spectacular.. the lodging was spectacular the service was spectacular. The help excellent. The camaraderie and the hospitality I mean second to none you cannot ask for anything more. Just all the help and the Bernardis family all great people.
There is absolutely not one thing I was dis pleased with on this hunt. My god when I went to pack and go home my boots were even washed spotless sitting on the porch for me to put in my luggage.
Reliable
High Quality
Useful
Unique
Good Value for Money
Roger
10.0
Verified review
Jun 26, 2025
Delivered on everything. Exactly as described!!
10.0
Game , accommodation , food , guides , great experience!
Was over to fast
High Quality
Good Value for Money
Jack
United States
10.0
Verified review
Jun 24, 2025
Hunting with Sergio was an adventure I won’t forget. We stalked roe deer in the fields and saw plenty of game. Had a great time making jokes and getting serious when we were on critters.He also kept me busy once I was done hunting. We were planning another trip back before we left.it absolutely could not have been better!
10.0
We liked everything, from relaxing in the cottage,afternoon walks through the countryside with my wife, and just seeing how other places operate.
There was absolutely nothing we did not like about this trip.
Reliable
High Quality
Useful
Unique
Good Value for Money
Charles
United States
10.0
Verified review
Jun 23, 2025
Hunt of a lifetime
10.0
The number of different species to hunt
The rain
Reliable
High Quality
Good Value for Money
Client review
United States
5.0
Verified review
Jun 15, 2025
Attempted Idaho Bear Hunt
5.0
Food was good. Angel and Mike were good cooks. Simple fare but solid.
WiFi was really great to have, no other comms available.
Hot/cold shower was great.
Camp - trash on the ground, tents were dank and desperately need cleaning.
Bait sites - didn’t seem to be maintained to keep bears returning at that stage of the season.
Jeff
Canada
10.0
Verified review
Jun 12, 2025
Fourteen days with Anton
10.0
Antonie Esterhuizen of Estreux Safaris offered a deal a while ago that seemed made for me. We hunted in the Grootfontein area as years of prolonged drought had made the proposed hunt in Kaokaland unfeasible. You can read plenty of reviews of hunting from other posters, the sentiments of whom I share, so I won't spend much time reviewing the hunt itself; instead, I want to review my non-hunting week, because it will give a pretty clear picture of Anton and Estreux.
The second week of my time with Anton was truly something special. After hunting for seven days, he took me on a trip through northwest Namibia. It was apparent from the reviews of Estreux Safaris that Anton is a very knowledgeable man, and this was so evident on the trip. I cannot believe that anyone in Namibia knows his country as well as he does. His encyclopedic knowledge of the flora, fauna, geology, and history of Namibia are formidable, and at every turn we encountered people who know him from his many services to Namibia. His trip included an eclectic variety of places and experiences; every day and night brought a different experience: Etosha Heights, Etosha, Camp Aussicht, a mountain-top villa of his Himba expert and mining friend, Marius, Sesfontein, Ongongo waterfall, the Himba sacred mountain, Khowarib Lodge, the Skeleton Coast, Swakopmund, and a trip to Joe's in Windhoek on the evening before my departure. This is by no means the complete list. His attention to detail and desire to satisfy his clients can be illustrated with two brief examples: one night, he had me seated in such a way as to afford me the impressive spectacle of the full moon rising from behind a mountain just as supper was served; on another, he presided over the arrival and feeding of four porcupines who then provided hours of entertainment as we spent the evening with his mountain-dwelling friends. I had once mentioned that it would be nice to see a porcupine.
I have had numerous trips to Africa and have hunted in four countries. I have been fortunate that every trip has been very good to exceptional. Anton stands at the top of the list. I will certainly return, but will be sure to take more time. There are so many places to hunt and visit in Namibia, and Anton is the guy I will want to guide me in further exploration of that wonderful country. Give him a try. Anton will put you on to excellent animals, and teach you so much that will your time will be very fulfilling.
Immigration in Windhoek. I hope they up their game.
Reliable
High Quality
Good Value for Money
James
10.0
Verified review
Jun 10, 2025
Birthday Bear
10.0
I had the opportunity to hunt with Wolverine Range Outfitters with the brief amount of time I had between duty stations. The whole team at Wolverine Range Outfitters were stellar. From the moment I met up with my guide Ben and for the duration of the hunt, everyone gave their best efforts to maximize my experience in the back country. The area is stunning and the hunting is fantastic; I simply cannot recommend them enough! The trip culminated poetically when Ben put me on an absolute tank on my birthday. They made my first bear hunting experience as if I was hunting with friends, and I will forever be grateful!
No complaints!
Reliable
High Quality
Useful
Unique
Good Value for Money
Mike
United States
10.0
Verified review
Jun 7, 2025
Spain top hunting outfitter: incredible game, service and scenery
10.0
Alfonso was not only an incredible hunting guide, but also an exceptional person who genuinely cares about making sure everything goes perfectly and that you enjoy every second of the hunt. He pays attention to every detail and shares his deep knowledge about the land and the animals. I wouldn’t hesitate to return and hunt with him again in Spain. Furthermore, since we finished my hunt early, he let me join another hunter on a hunt for a giant Gredos ibex
Everything was perfect. The only downside of the trip was having to leave
Reliable
High Quality
Useful
Unique
Good Value for Money
Jeff
Canada
9.3
Verified review
Jul 13, 2023
Victor delivered while airlines failed.
9.3
Victor is a great guide. He worked very hard for me, despite a surprising physical disability that severely limited my mobility. I say surprising, because I thought I was in quite good shape. Once the climbing began, I noticed that I had considerable trouble with my right leg and foot which very much limited many of Victor's options. In addition, the airlines lost my luggage so I was without proper foot wear or clothing. The leg is now a real problem.
Ultimately, we were successful due to his persistence and knowledge of the animals. It seemed that he knew every move they would make.
Victor showed me so much and explained everything about the flora and fauna of the region we were hunting. He made sure that we ate in great establishments. Spanish food can be wonderful. I also got to meet several of his friends and neighbours, which made meal time very enjoyable.
I booked a few extra days to stay at his home town and tour the area. This was a real bonus. I would strongly recommend anyone contemplating hunting with Victor to allow him to show you around, as he is very knowledgeable and a a very proud Spaniard.
Any negatives I experienced were due to the frustration of lost luggage and my leg.
Reliable
High Quality
Good Value for Money
Heiko
Germany
9.7
Verified review
Jun 3, 2025
Wonderful Weekend
9.7
Very impressive hunting estate. Run by a very friendly family. We feld directly very welcome. Huntingt tours were well organised and the game on the farm is in excellent condition. The owners even took us personally on a game drive for fotos for free.
Nothing.
Nicholas
United States
10.0
Verified review
Jun 1, 2025
Black bear hunt of a lifetime.
10.0
I have nothing but positive things to say about my hunt and the whole experience with Northern Element Outfitters. Kody was easy to communicate with, his description of the hunt, game, and all aspects was accurate and professional. Kody has a tremendous amount of hunting and guiding knowledge and is quick to share it with his clients and ensure they are successful. Kody knows bears and their behavior if you want a chance at a true giant of the North give Kody a call and he will make sure you have an exceptional hunt. I was fortunate to not only harvest one bear of a lifetime but two. The largest squared in at 7’3” with a 20 1/8” skull, and the second squared 7’ with a 18 5/8” skull. Three hunters in camp and we all had success on bears squaring 7’ or greater. Both bears I harvested had exceptional quality hides, and Kody did a fantastic job skinning, caping, and preparing the hides.
You may come to Northern Elements Outfitters as a client, but you will leave feeling like family with good friends and tales to last a lifetime.
I have traveled all over the world and I can not recommend Kody and Northern Elements Outfitting enough. If you want to hunt black bears look no further!!!
Nothing
David
United States
10.0
Verified review
May 20, 2025
Welcoming hosts/ Hard working guide
10.0
Denise and Allan were great hosts. Accommodations and food were great. We hunted hard and made good use of the time and areas to hunt. Allan wasn’t afraid to try something new for our early hunt and he knew the area like the back of his hand. We hunted hard and filled our tags. Can’t wait to do it again
We chose to come a bit early based on recent years weather and forecast. This was our choice in any case but it ultimately paid off.
Jim
United States
10.0
Verified review
May 17, 2025
South Dakota Prairie Dogs
10.0
The accommodations were excellent and Ed the owner was a super guy! We shot some great dog towns and the scenery was spectacular! Ed was really easy to deal with and had some beautiful property! I’ll definitely go back for more dogs and thinking about an antelope hunt with him as well!
The distance we had to drive was the only bad part of the whole trip it was 26 hours nonstop!
Client review
Spain
9.3
Verified review
May 13, 2025
Excelente experiencia de caza
9.3
Un 10 sobre 10. No podía haber sido mejor 👍.
Nada
Drew
United States
10.0
Verified review
May 4, 2025
Great Hunt and Great People
10.0
I liked the amount of birds and getting to hear some gobblers in the morning time! Bob and Karen were great host ! He knew his land and had it well managed great time !
All good no issues. Except a few ticks but you will have that during turkey season.
Joseph
United States
10.0
Verified review
May 1, 2025
Best Bang for Buck in SA!
10.0
Everything pretty much! Our guides were funny, extremely professional, and a great group! The food was fantastic, the staff was super friendly and helpful, the maids were honestly fantastic (my clothes had never been cleaner), and our guides Ulrich & Lezander were the real deal (I've hunted all over the world, but these guys really knew what was up!) The game quality was excellent, and the opportunity to shoot 80 to 300 yards was the best part of the trip! We brought our own ammo from the States to use with their 300win mag (I highly recommend + bringing your own ammo).
We (me and my buddy) went on the off-season ×5 plains game mixed bag hunt each- (zebra, impala, springbok, blesbuck & Wildabeast). The trip total was about $3k USD for 8 days! It's an excellent price, so much so that it's a sponsored hunt by my brand (Cowboy co.) Me and my team of outfitters & Hunter's will be back !!! I have recommended this hunt to anyone I've known thinking about traveling to Africa, and on the next trip, I will be filming because it was nonstop action, hunting from the truck, bird hunting, and spotting every game species in Africa! 10/10 recommend- over a 10 rating in my book! Tagged out everyday!
I'd say the beer not being included and no tvs in the rooms would be my only suggestions.
Vesa Eero
Finland
10.0
Verified review
Apr 29, 2025
Awesome 8 days.
10.0
Awesome 8 days. I hunted 5 animals and 4 of them had a gold medal trofee. Accommodation, food and excursions were great. I would definitely recommend 10/10
Everything was great
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