Best Outfitter for Nyala Spot and Stalk?

[SLR]

I'm looking for recommendations for outfitters with good nyala hunting. I am hoping for the best possible trophy, but would like it to be on a large tract of land. It would be with a bow, which I realize adds a level of difficulty. Not asking for a certain size guarantee or anything, but would love an honest chance at 27+ inch animal. Cost is a consideration for sure, but happy to spend a bit of money to ensure it's the right fit

 

[Gemsbok45]

Crusader safaris or any number of outfitters in Kwa-Zulu Natal.

 

[BRICKBURN]

https://www.africahunting.com/threads/south-africa-trevor-lake-safari-2014.16636/

You will decide who is best for you.

 

[SLR]

Crusader safaris or any number of outfitters in Kwa-Zulu Natal.

Thanks I like the look of them. I had just barely got outbid on one of their hunts a few months ago, but I'm thinking it would be worth it at sticker price as well

 

[SLR]

https://www.africahunting.com/threads/south-africa-trevor-lake-safari-2014.16636/

That trip sounds amazing. I would kill for a either of those

 

[Red Leg]

Many of the Mozambique operators have excellent quality free range nyala. I can personally recommend Grant Taylor and Masambanzou Safaris. If taking one in its indigenous environment is important (along with a number of other interesting and unique plains game), Mozambique and Grant are a great choice. https://www.mashambanzousafaris.com/

As noted above, Kwa Zulu Natal is another great destination.

 

[jpr9954]

Are nyala the primary or best trophy from KwaZulu Natal? From what I am reading it seems like what they are best known for.

 

[BRICKBURN]

https://www.africahunting.com/threa...eeukop-safaris-kzn-the-whole-tale.6144/page-6

The drought has had a big impact in KZN lately.

 

[BRICKBURN]

Are nyala the primary or best trophy from KwaZulu Natal? From what I am reading it seems like what they are best known for.

It is their home turf. Mozambique is certainly good geography too.

 

[jpr9954]

It is their home turf. Mozambique is certainly good geography too.

Thanks for the quick answer. I have a trip to Eastern Cape with nyala as part of the package in June 2024.

 

[Firebird]

Check with Game4Africa in the east cape of South Africa which is a sponsor on here. My first aniaml I took with them was a nyala and we saw many. They have hosted archery hunters before as I have seen the pix. It would be worth the time to touch base with them

 

[UMLILO SAFARIS]

I'm looking for recommendations for outfitters with good nyala hunting. I am hoping for the best possible trophy, but would like it to be on a large tract of land. It would be with a bow, which I realize adds a level of difficulty. Not asking for a certain size guarantee or anything, but would love an honest chance at 27+ inch animal. Cost is a consideration for sure, but happy to spend a bit of money to ensure it's the right fit

Hi SLR, I have a Nyala population of 120+ on my own hunting land, and Nyala available on at least 15 x hunting concessions around me or withing close drive from my own hunting camp, so YES, no doubt we can put you onto a dream Nyala if wanted.....(1 hour's drive from Port Elizabeth Airport) East Cape, South Africa.....you are obviously most welcome to get in touch.

 

[Spear Safaris]

We do pretty well on Nyala, either in RSA as well as Mozambique.
Please feel free to email me. info@spearsafaris.com
Cheers Ernest

 

[uplander01]

Makore safaris in Mozambique coutada 9. Just took a 31” in October, got close to big ones 2 or 3 times, 27 would be achievable there with a bow, it would take lots of focus and skill. You would want to do bushbuck there with a bow too.

 

[matt vejar]

I’d go with Tyrone Milne at Chumlet Safaris as I just hunted with him last month and if you want a pure free range spot and stalk he’d be the best I’ve hunted with. I hunted with Crusader Safaris and took a good one there almost 27” at Umkomass river camp, also free range. The reason I like Chumlet better is the terrain is more open, Umkomass much thicker vegetation. Either place gonna have a great hunt!

Top Crusader Safaris 26.75 and 7.5”bases bottom Tyrone Milne -Chumlet Safaris 28” and 8.5”.They’re close enough you could hunt both places for 5 days each and shoot two good ones!!!

 

[BRICKBURN]

Thanks for the quick answer. I have a trip to Eastern Cape with nyala as part of the package in June 2024.

Then have a great time hunting. Plenty of Nyala are hunted in the EC.

 

[Flipper Dude]

Love the Umkomaas River area. Took a nice Nyala there in the orange groves. Completely free range hunting, although the nyala were so thick it didn’t seem like it.

 

[SLR]

Thanks all, definitely leaning towards Crusader. Planning on reaching out to them for 2025 availability. I appreciate everyone's help!

 

[KMG Hunting Safaris]

If you would like to hunt huge "bow only" properties in a completely fair chase environment with experienced PH's who are all bowhunters themselves

In my view, this is critical. Whether hunting spot and stalk or from a blind, being guided by a Professional Hunter that is a bowhunter himself, should be non negotiable.

 

[SABENA1]

I’d go with Tyrone Milne at Chumlet Safaris as I just hunted with him last month and if you want a pure free range spot and stalk he’d be the best I’ve hunted with. I hunted with Crusader Safaris and took a good one there almost 27” at Umkomass river camp, also free range. The reason I like Chumlet better is the terrain is more open, Umkomass much thicker vegetation. Either place gonna have a great hunt!View attachment 570051View attachment 570052
Top Crusader Safaris 26.75 and 7.5”bases bottom Tyrone Milne -Chumlet Safaris 28” and 8.5”.They’re close enough you could hunt both places for 5 days each and shoot two good ones!!!

Hi Matt,
Did you see any Bushbuck while hunting your Nyala?