Going to SCI Nashville to book Buffalo/Sable hunt in SA for 2025. Is this too late to book a hunt?

[Harry Branca]

I made my reservations to the 2025 SCI Nashville Convention. This will be my 1st national convention. I'm planning on finding and booking a South Africa hunt for both Cape Buffalo and Sable. I've been to SA before on a Plains game hunt. But my dream hunt has always been for a big Cape Buff 42"+ and a respectable dark black Sable. Is this a good time to book a hunt for 2025 or should I plan on doing this ahead of time? I do have some outfitters I'm targeting, but I really wanted to meet them 1st. I'd hate to get to Nashville and find out that I waited too long, or am I planning it just right! Also any recommendations on SA Safari Outfitters for this dream hunt? Thanks!!!

 

[dchum]

That sounds fun.

You will find someone - January is not to late.

Sable hunting can vary in SA. Be sure you know what you are looking for and ask direct questions. The good ones will have no problem answering you in a straight forward manner.

 

[DERIAN KOEKEMOER SAFARIS]

I made my reservations to the 2025 SCI Nashville Convention. This will be my 1st national convention. I'm planning on finding and booking a South Africa hunt for both Cape Buffalo and Sable. I've been to SA before on a Plains game hunt. But my dream hunt has always been for a big Cape Buff 42"+ and a respectable dark black Sable. Is this a good time to book a hunt for 2025 or should I plan on doing this ahead of time? I do have some outfitters I'm targeting, but I really wanted to meet them 1st. I'd hate to get to Nashville and find out that I waited too long, or am I planning it just right! Also any recommendations on SA Safari Outfitters for this dream hunt? Thanks!!!

Good day mr @Harry Branca ill will be able to assist you with Cape Buffalo and Sable.
Will be sending you a DM
Kind regards
Derian Koekemoer
www.dksafaris.co.za

 

[LIMPOPO NORTH SAFARIS]

Hi Harry hope you are well ? Sampie Potgieter here from Limpopo North Safaris, we have some spectacular areas in Limpopo with both buffalo and sable on them and would be thrilled to assist you in planning and making your dream hunt come true. Our website is www.1limpoponorthsafris.com
We have large areas and plentiful animals. I’ll send you a dm also and we can talk.

 

[rafter3]

Spear Safaris, Ernest Dyason will be there!! He actually even will be awarded SCI Professional Hunter of the year and is absolutely amazing. He has a profile here and will have a booth there.

 

[Rare Breed]

It is not too late. I highly recommend three; @TSALA HUNTING SAFARIS , @GAME 4 AFRICA SAFARIS and @wintershoek all three are top notch outfitters who can meet your needs at a great value

 

[wesheltonj]

I made my reservations to the 2025 SCI Nashville Convention. This will be my 1st national convention. I'm planning on finding and booking a South Africa hunt for both Cape Buffalo and Sable. I've been to SA before on a Plains game hunt. But my dream hunt has always been for a big Cape Buff 42"+ and a respectable dark black Sable. Is this a good time to book a hunt for 2025 or should I plan on doing this ahead of time? I do have some outfitters I'm targeting, but I really wanted to meet them 1st. I'd hate to get to Nashville and find out that I waited too long, or am I planning it just right! Also any recommendations on SA Safari Outfitters for this dream hunt? Thanks!!!

I too want a 42+ Buffalo, but I would look at Rowland Ward requirements to qualify. Make sure your outfitter can meet those requirements.

 

[HTK Safaris]

Hi Harry. It's never too late to book a hunt. I'm sending you a DM. We have a great Buffalo Package available for 2025 and some real good genetics as well.

 

[Andrew62]

You are definitely not too late to book for next year. This year will be my first SCI show as well. I'm thinking I should leave my credit card at home!! lol

 

[Tally-Ho HUNTING SAFARIS]

Hay all
A lot of great outfitters dont exhibit at the shows
Dont exclude them u may be missing out on an exceptional experience

Regards

 

[ActionBob]

I made my reservations to the 2025 SCI Nashville Convention. This will be my 1st national convention. I'm planning on finding and booking a South Africa hunt for both Cape Buffalo and Sable. I've been to SA before on a Plains game hunt. But my dream hunt has always been for a big Cape Buff 42"+ and a respectable dark black Sable. Is this a good time to book a hunt for 2025 or should I plan on doing this ahead of time? I do have some outfitters I'm targeting, but I really wanted to meet them 1st. I'd hate to get to Nashville and find out that I waited too long, or am I planning it just right! Also any recommendations on SA Safari Outfitters for this dream hunt? Thanks!!!

For South Africa you will be just fine! They raise both those species and unless you are going to hunt an NPNR, there is no such thing as "quota". In South Africa they will always be able to find another animal like you want

In Tanzania, Mozambique, Zambia, Zimbabwe where the animals are essentially owned by the government there is a quota system so you need to book early enough before the quota is sold out. However for those species it is probably a safe bet they will be available at SCI as well. Sometimes lion are sold out for the year, perhaps elephant in certain areas, even leopard. But lots of those hunts are sold at SCI.

 

[Ridge Runner]

You are definitely not too late to book for next year. This year will be my first SCI show as well. I'm thinking I should leave my credit card at home!! lol

@Andrew64,

You know you need to bring your credit card to put deposits down on new firearms, future safaris, and drinks and food at the AH SCI get togather. Glad to be of service.

Members helping members.

 

[UMLILO SAFARIS]

I can certainly also accommodate you for a Buff / Sable Combo Safari chasing top quality! Herewith the quality to be expected

 

[Rakman]

While your there talk to Jacques at @JKO HUNTING SAFARIS. I hunted Cameroon with him in 2023 and am headed back to hunt again with him in 2025. Hard working and honest. You won’t go wrong. I intend on taking my entire family at some point as well.

 

[Philip Glass]

I made my reservations to the 2025 SCI Nashville Convention. This will be my 1st national convention. I'm planning on finding and booking a South Africa hunt for both Cape Buffalo and Sable. I've been to SA before on a Plains game hunt. But my dream hunt has always been for a big Cape Buff 42"+ and a respectable dark black Sable. Is this a good time to book a hunt for 2025 or should I plan on doing this ahead of time? I do have some outfitters I'm targeting, but I really wanted to meet them 1st. I'd hate to get to Nashville and find out that I waited too long, or am I planning it just right! Also any recommendations on SA Safari Outfitters for this dream hunt? Thanks!!!

It can be hard to book on the year but with some persistence you may find what you are looking for. See you in Nashville!

 

[Harry Branca]

Spear Safaris, Ernest Dyason will be there!! He actually even will be awarded SCI Professional Hunter of the year and is absolutely amazing. He has a profile here and will have a booth there.

I plan on seeing Ernest at the show. Thanks.

 

[Harry Branca]

While your there talk to Jacques at @JKO HUNTING SAFARIS. I hunted Cameroon with him in 2023 and am headed back to hunt again with him in 2025. Hard working and honest. You won’t go wrong. I intend on taking my entire family at some point as well.

I'll add them to my list, which is getting longer by the minute.... LOL!

 

[Harry Branca]

I can certainly also accommodate you for a Buff / Sable Combo Safari chasing top quality! Herewith the quality to be expected
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Looking forward to seeing you at the show!!!

 

[Harry Branca]

For South Africa you will be just fine! They raise both those species and unless you are going to hunt an NPNR, there is no such thing as "quota". In South Africa they will always be able to find another animal like you want

In Tanzania, Mozambique, Zambia, Zimbabwe where the animals are essentially owned by the government there is a quota system so you need to book early enough before the quota is sold out. However for those species it is probably a safe bet they will be available at SCI as well. Sometimes lion are sold out for the year, perhaps elephant in certain areas, even leopard. But lots of those hunts are sold at SCI.

thanks for your input. I can't wait for the show.

 

[Harry Branca]

Hi Harry. It's never too late to book a hunt. I'm sending you a DM. We have a great Buffalo Package available for 2025 and some real good genetics as well.

Thanks, I'll check it out