Transparent Safari Rates for Hunting in South Africa
Our hunting safaris are priced with flexibility in mind. Choose a daily rate and pay only for the trophies you hunt—or opt for one of our all-inclusive packages. Below you’ll find a full overview of daily fees, trophy prices, and optional extras for your hunt with Wellfound Safaris.
More Value. Real Hunting.
Our prices are competitive, but what you get is worth far more: larger hunting areas, top-quality trophies, personal hosting, and expert guidance.
No fenced-in game or rushed hunts—just authentic, fair-chase walk-and-stalk safaris in truly wild terrain.
Daily Rates (USD)
All rates exclude 15% VAT.
1x Professional Hunter + 1 Client / Day | $375
1x Professional Hunter + 2 Clients / Day | $320
Observer / Non-Hunting Guest / Day | $150
First Night in Camp (Arrival/Travel Day) | $150
Trophy Handling Fee (per Safari) | $180
Rifle Hire (per calibre, per Safari) | $200
Ammunition | ~$5 per round (at cost)
All hunts are guided by Professional Hunters registered with PHASA (Professional Hunters’ Association of South Africa).
Trophy Fees
You only pay for the animals you hunt. Wounded animals are considered hunted.
Full Trophy Price List (USD)
All prices exclude 15% VAT
Baboon | $400
Blesbuck, Common | $450
Bontebok | POR
Buffalo | POR
Bushbuck, Cape | $825
Bushpig, Baited | $1200
Caracal / Lynx | $450
Duiker, Grey | $300
Duiker, Blue | POR
Eland, Cape | $2650
Fallow Deer $650
Gemsbuck, Common | $1400
Genet, Spotted | POR
Giraffe | $2750
Grysbok, Cape | $2300
Hare, Cape | $75
Hogdeer, Indian | $2750
Hartebeest, Red | $950
Impala, Common | $480
Jackal, Black-Backed | $100
Klipspringer | $2500
Kudu, East Cape | $1650
Lechwe, Red | $2600
Monkey, Vervet | $100
Nyala | $2350
Ostrich | $400
Porcupine | $100
Reedbuck, Mountain | $450
Sable | POR
Springbok, Black | $500
Springbok, Common | $400
Springbok, White | $700
Springhare | $100
Steenbuck | $350
Warthog | $420
Waterbuck | $2000
Wildebeest, Black | $980
Wildebeest, Blue | $980
Zebra, Cape Mountain | $2100
Zebra, Hartman's | $2250
Zebra, Burchell's | $950
Wing Shooting | POR
Deep Sea Fishing | POR
What’s Included in Your Daily Rate
Accommodation and meals
Alcohol in moderation
Services of professional hunter
Tracker, skinner, and camp staff
Laundry and daily cleaning
Field preparation of trophies
Transport of trophies to local taxidermist
Wi-Fi at select lodges
Not Included
Airfare and airport transfers
Charter flights or travel outside the hunt
Taxidermy or export fees
Gratuities for staff and PH
Hunting Rates FAQ
Understanding Hunting Rates
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At Wellfound Safaris, hunting rates are usually structured in two parts: a daily rate and trophy fees. The daily rate covers the core safari experience, while trophy fees apply to the animals you hunt. This gives hunters a clear and flexible way to plan the overall cost of a safari.
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The daily rate covers the main services and hospitality during your safari.
This typically includes accommodation and meals, the services of your professional hunter, tracker, skinner and camp staff, laundry, field preparation of trophies, transport of trophies to a local taxidermist, and Wi-Fi at select lodges.
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Trophy fees are the fees charged for each species hunted during the safari.
Each animal has its own listed trophy fee, allowing hunters to plan around the species they want to pursue and the style of safari they prefer.
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This is a standard and transparent way of pricing a hunting safari.
Separating the daily rate from trophy fees allows hunters to see the cost of the safari itself apart from the animals hunted, and it also makes it easier to compare options such as packages or tailor-made hunts.
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Under Wellfound Safaris’ hunting rules, an animal is considered hunted if it is wounded.
Evidence such as blood, hair or bone confirms a hit, and wounded animals are charged at full trophy value.
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Yes. Rates are listed in US dollars, unless otherwise agreed in writing.
This makes pricing easier for many international hunters planning a safari in South Africa.
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Items not included on the rates page include airfare and airport transfers, charter flights or travel outside the hunt, taxidermy or export fees, and gratuities for staff and your professional hunter.
Depending on your safari, you may also need to budget for optional extras such as rifle hire and ammunition.
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Yes. Wellfound Safaris offers both hunting packages and a more flexible pricing structure based on daily rates plus trophy fees.
A package may suit hunters who want a simpler structure, while a custom safari can be better for those who want to focus on specific species or shape the trip around their own priorities.
Booking, Payment and Planning
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The easiest way to estimate the total cost is to use our hunt calculator, which is linked on this page.
It helps you combine your daily rates and the trophy fees for the species you plan to hunt, giving you a clearer picture of your safari budget.
It is also wise to allow for any applicable VAT and optional extras such as rifle hire and observers (non-hunters). -
A 50% deposit of the total day fee is required within 7 days of making a reservation to confirm your booking.
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The remaining balance is due 60 days before arrival.
If payment deadlines are not met, the reservation may be released without notice. -
If you cancel more than 60 days before arrival, 50% of accommodation and daily fees are refundable.
If you cancel less than 60 days before arrival, there is no refund. All cancellations must be made in writing. -
Yes. Wellfound Safaris offers one opportunity to reschedule to available dates within 12 months, subject to availability. The request must be made in writing at least 30 days before the original arrival date.
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Yes. Comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended, especially cover for medical emergencies, travel delays, and luggage loss.
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Yes. Non-hunters, including children, may join on hunts, but they must remain under the supervision of staff or the professional hunter at all times. Safety briefings are mandatory for all guests participating in or observing the hunt.