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.

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Use our Build Your Own Hunt calculator for a custom estimate, or compare with our Hunting Packages if you prefer a ready-made option.

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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) - 2027

All rates include 15% VAT if applicable. All prices are quoted in USD and are set per season

1x Professional Hunter + 1 Client / Day | $390


1x Professional Hunter + 2 Clients / Day | $330


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 | ~$6 per round (at cost)


All hunts are guided by Professional Hunters registered with PHASA (Professional Hunters’ Association of South Africa).

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Trophy Fees

You only pay for the animals you hunt. Wounded animals are considered hunted.

Full Trophy Price List (USD) - 2027

All prices include 15% VAT if applicable. All prices are quoted in USD and are set per season.

Baboon | $400

Blesbuck, Common | $550

Bontebok | POR

Buffalo | POR

Bushbuck, Cape | $1200

Bushpig, Baited | $1200

Caracal / Lynx | $450

Duiker, Grey | $350

Duiker, Blue | POR

Eland, Cape | $3250

Fallow Deer $850

Gemsbuck, Common | $1600

Genet, Spotted | POR

Giraffe | $2950

Grysbok, Cape | $3000

Hare, Cape | $75

Hogdeer, Indian | $2750

Hartebeest, Red | $1250

Impala, Common | $550

Jackal, Black-Backed | $150

Klipspringer | $2500

Kudu, East Cape | $2000

Lechwe, Red | $2750

Monkey, Vervet | $100

Nyala | $2750

Ostrich | $450

Porcupine | $100

Reedbuck, Mountain | $600

Sable | POR

Springbok, Black | $650

Springbok, Common | $475

Springbok, White | $800

Springhare | $100

Steenbuck | $400

Warthog | $550

Waterbuck | $2300

Wildebeest, Black | $1300

Wildebeest, Blue | $1400

Zebra, Cape Mountain | $2500

Zebra, Hartman's | $2500

Zebra, Burchell's | $1000

Wing Shooting | POR

Deep Sea Fishing | POR

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All hunts Include:

  • Airport pickup/drop-off

  • Lodging, meals and beverages

  • Alcohol in moderation

  • Professional hunter, trackers and camp staff

  • Daily laundry

  • Trophy field preparation

  • Trophy delivery to taxidermist

  • WiFi at base camps

Not Included:

  • Airfare and airport transfers

  • Charter flights or travel outside the hunt

  • Taxidermy or export fees

  • Gratuities for staff and PH

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Hunting Rates FAQ

Understanding Hunting Rates

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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

  • 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.

  • The remaining balance is due 90 days before arrival.

    If payment deadlines are not met, the reservation may be released without notice.

  • In the event of a safari being cancelled less than 90 days prior to the commencement date of the safari, the deposit will be forfeited if the dates cannot be rescheduled to alternate date / (s) within the same season.

    Safaris cancelled more than 90 days prior to the commencement date will see the full deposit value transferred to the following season. Trophy rates will be set at the start of the season in which the safari will take place unless 100% of days fees has been settled and the prices locked in and agreed as indicated under bookings and cancellations

  • 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 90 days before the original arrival date. Prices may vary subject to the new season prices unless agreed in writing.

  • Yes. Comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended, especially cover for medical emergencies, travel delays, and luggage loss.

  • 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.