South Africa
A Trophy Hunter’s Dream
Adventure, Diversity, Luxury.
A hunter’s paradise offering diverse game, breathtaking landscapes, and world-class accommodations.
Why Choose South Africa?
South Africa is one of the most sought-after destinations for trophy hunters worldwide. With unparalleled diversity in wildlife, premier hunting locations, and exceptional accommodations, your safari is guaranteed to be nothing short of extraordinary.
Our Home Base
Free State
Nestled near Hoopstad in the Free State, our home base has been part of the van Zyl family for the last 29 years. Adjacent to the famous Sandveld Game Reserve—a 100,000-acre government reserve—it serves as one of our main hunting areas. We also operate in other premier reserves like Willem Pretorius Nature Reserve and Tussen-die-Riviere Nature Reserve.
Diverse Hunting Opportunities
Cabassa Safaris hunts across various concessions in South Africa to cater to the unique trophy needs of our clients. We use only the best government reserves and private game ranches, ensuring every hunter has an epic safari. South Africa offers an incredible variety of hunting opportunities, including:
The Big Five
Pursue Africa’s legendary Big Five: lion, leopard, elephant, rhinoceros, and Cape buffalo. South Africa offers unparalleled opportunities to encounter these iconic species in their natural habitats, combining breathtaking landscapes with world-class hunting experiences. Whether you’re tracking the elusive leopard under the moonlight, standing face-to-face with a Cape buffalo in the bushveld, or experiencing the majesty of a lion in its domain, each moment is unforgettable.
The Tiny Ten
Embark on the challenge of hunting southern Africa’s “Tiny Ten,’ a collection of pygmy antelope species weighing less than 50 pounds. This pursuit will take you to diverse terrains across at least three African countries. The Tiny Ten includes: Blue Duiker, Common Duiker, Cape Grysbok, Damara Dik-Dik, Klipspringer, Oribi, Red Duiker, Sharpes Grysbok, Steenbok, Suni.
Bow Hunting
Located in the Inselberg Mountain Range, Uitsig Lodge is just three hours from Johannesburg Airport. It offers world-class bow hunting from 30 premium bow blinds across a 30,000-acre area. Hunters can pursue species like kudu, wildebeest, impala, warthog, and more, while soaking in the serene beauty of the African bushveld.
Wing Shooting
Our home base lodge in the Free State is surrounded by two major water sources—the Vaal and Vet Rivers—which flow into Bloemhof Dam. This area teems with huntable waterfowl, including:, Egyptian Geese, Spurwing Geese, & Numerous Duck Species.
The Free State’s vast sunflower and peanut fields provide feeding grounds for millions of doves, making dove shooting an exhilarating experience with up to a thousand shots fired in a day. Fowl, pheasants, and francolin are also abundant in the region.
Accommodations
South Africa offers a range of accommodations to suit every preference, including:
-Traditional stone wall thatched lodges
-Tented safari camps
– Beautiful guest houses
– Luxury hotels
Beyond Hunting
Interested in exploring more of Africa? We offer tours ranging from overlanding across the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans in Botswana to wine tasting along South Africa’s renowned Garden Route.
Ready to Experience the Ultimate South African Safari?
From the thrill of hunting the Big Five to the challenge of the Tiny Ten, your unforgettable adventure awaits.