Buffalo Hunting in Tanzania – Complete Guide
Buffalo hunting in Tanzania is a highly sought-after African hunting experience, offering hunters the opportunity to pursue Cape Buffalo in designated hunting areas across the country’s diverse wilderness landscapes. Tanzania offers regulated Cape Buffalo hunting in designated hunting areas under the country’s tourist-hunting framework. Hunting permits are issued under the authority of the Tanzania Wildlife Management Authority (TAWA), and the applicable hunting package, quota and trophy conditions must be confirmed for the selected hunting block.
Tanzania is known for its large buffalo populations and extensive hunting concessions. A professionally guided buffalo hunt combines tracking, glassing and careful stalking with an experienced Professional Hunter (PH). Depending on the hunting concession, license and available quota, a buffalo safari can also be combined with plains game or other legally permitted species.
Best Time for Cape Buffalo Hunting
The dry season is generally preferred for hunting because vegetation is less dense and animals are easier to track and locate. Exact hunting seasons vary according to the hunting area and current Tanzanian regulations.
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Why Tanzania Is the Premier Destination for Buffalo Hunting
Tanzania consistently ranks as one of Africa’s best destinations for Cape buffalo hunts because of:
1. Free-Range, Wild Buffalo
Hunting takes place in large, unfenced concessions such as:
Rungwa
Selous (Nyerere)
Masailand
Moyowosi
These regions have healthy buffalo populations and no captive animals.
2. Large Herds & Trophy Quality
Buffaloes in Tanzania often grow heavy, thick horns, making them highly sought after for trophies.
3. Experienced Professional Hunters
PHs specialize in:
Tracking buffalo spoor
Setting up safe shot opportunities
Navigating tough bush terrain
4. Ethical, Fair-Chase Hunting
Hunts follow strict Tanzania Wildlife Authority (TAWA) regulations, focusing on mature bulls while maintaining herd sustainability.
10-Day Buffalo & Regular Plains Game Hunting Safari – 1×1
USD 45,925 per hunter
Includes the 10-day hunting license and daily hunting rates. Trophy fees are charged separately according to the applicable official trophy-fee schedule.
| Package Component | Price |
|---|---|
| 10-Day Regular Hunting License + Daily Hunting Rate | USD 45,925 |
| Cape Buffalo Trophy Fee – 1st Buffalo | USD 4,500 |
| Total with 1 Buffalo | USD 50,425 |
Hunter Configuration: 1 Hunter × 1 Professional Hunter (1×1)
Safari Highlights
- 10 full hunting days
- Regular hunting license
- 1×1 Professional Hunter
- Dedicated 4×4 hunting vehicle
- Professional trackers and skinners
- Fully equipped hunting camp
- Accommodation and full-board meals
- Transport within the hunting concession
- Field trophy preparation and documentation
- Selected Regular License plains game
- Hunting conducted according to the applicable Tanzanian regulations and quota
Available Game
- Cape Buffalo
- Greater Kudu
- Masai Bushbuck
- Wildebeest
- Burchell’s Zebra
- East African Impala
- Warthog
- Grant’s Gazelle
- Thompson’s Gazelle
- Bushpig
- Common Duiker
- Steenbok
- Ostrich
- Other permitted Regular License plains game
Cape Buffalo Trophy Fee
| Species | Trophy Fee |
|---|---|
| Cape Buffalo – 1st | USD 4,500 |
| Cape Buffalo – 2nd | USD 5,500 |
| Cape Buffalo – 3rd | USD 6,500 |
Trophy fees are not included in the USD 45,925 package price.
TOTAL PACKAGE PRICE
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| 10-Day Regular License + Daily Hunting Rate | USD 45,925 |
| 1 × Cape Buffalo Trophy Fee | USD 4,500 |
| TOTAL WITH 1 BUFFALO | USD 50,425 |
1 Hunter × 1 Professional Hunter (1×1)
Additional trophy fees for plains game or additional buffalo are charged according to the applicable official trophy-fee schedule.
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