What a kudu!

Following the herd means sharing the grass - (Anon)

Hunting big game in Africa is now one step closer to becoming a reality for the enthusiastic hunter. Whether it is for rifle hunting or bow hunting, dangerous game hunting or a photographic safari, you can expect a one-stop service. Hunting is conducted on the basis of fair chase. Dangerous game hunting is, in some cases, subject to the issuing of the appropriate CITES permits.

Field preparation of trophies and delivery of the trophies to a taxidermist in South Africa are part of the services on offer. Should you decide to have your trophies mounted in your country, the local South African taxidermist will assist you in getting your trophies to your country of origin.

 Photographic safaris are conducted on a tailor made basis taking into consideration time constraints and flexibility of your program. Photographic safaris can also be conducted on foot in certain game preserves.

It is also possible for a spouse and children to accompany the hunter on any of the hunts, excluding when stalking dangerous game. Families are encouraged to accompany the hunter on photographic safaris.

Attention to your every need is part of our service commitment. Hunting in Africa is a member of a variety of hunting organizations subscribing to strict codes of conduct and ethical values. We are firm believers of sustainable utilization for the survival of wildlife in Africa. Therefore we will not allow the over-utilization of South Africa's warthog population. Having said that and within reason, you may harvest a second, larger specimen of the same specie on the same hunt.

Pieter Kriel

During the mid-1960’s, Pieter’s father took up a position as Human Resource Manager in Salisbury (now Harare) in the then Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe). Growing up hunting, Pieter’s father taught him the basics of hunting and conservation, but more importantly, that they can co-exist if managed on sound principles.

By the late 1970’s the security situation in Rhodesia became of major concern and the family immigrated back to South Africa. 

During these early formative years, Pieter developed a deep love for, and respect of nature and sustainable hunting. This is the foundation on which Pieter still bases his hunting. 

After school Pieter spent a year in New Zealand as a Rotary Exchange Student. Upon return it was into the then mandatory two-year military service of the South African Defense Force. 

While employed by the National Cultural History Museum, he attended night school and obtained a degree in Anthropology. It was during this time that Pieter came into contact with tourism and saw an opportunity where hunting and tourism could be combined. This made him decide to enter the hunting profession on a full-time basis. Pieter is one of a few Professional Hunters that is also a qualified and practicing photographic guide conducting photographic safaris to the Kruger National Park and other areas during both the on- and off-season.

After gaining the required experience he obtained his license to hunt the Big 5. Ever since then he has guided numerous hunters successfully in their desire to obtain a dangerous game trophy. Pieter has been hunting professionally for 10 years.

Above: Frans Loots on the left

John Weavind

Being raised to believe in hard work, Johns’ life motto is: “If you’re going to do something, be prepared to do it well or don’t do it at all”. Believing in what he says he obtained a marketing degree from the largest distance education college in the country. At the same time he ran his own enterprise and did part time guiding of hunters for pocket money.

Having gained valuable business experience through the sales and Marketing Fields, John has now taken up the challenge of concentrating full-time on Professional Hunting and guiding

Apart from great experiences hunting dangerous game, John has also successfully guided many hunters onto numerous plains game animals. His love for and devotion to bird hunting has seen him become a highly experienced rough bird shooter over Pointers. He regularly takes part in Pointer Field Trial tests and is an accomplished Judge in those hunting competitions.

His capabilities as a Professional Hunter are illustrated by the quality of trophies taken. The broad smiles of the hunters that accompany him are a testament to his outgoing personality and his ability to enjoy the hunt to its fullest.

One of John’s best traits is that he leaves nothing to chance. No stone is left unturned and he is well known for walking the extra mile to fulfill trophy expectations. John’s knowledge of the bush, animal habits and tracking ability are unsurpassed. Hunting with John will not only enhance your hunting experience, but will increase the chances of any hunter harvesting the required animals.

Frans grew up in the small town of Pongola in the far northern parts of the Kwa-Zulu Natal Province where he started hunting since the age of 12. Natal is home to the legendary king of the Zulu people, King Chaka Zulu, and boasts a large coastline on the Indian Ocean.

Frans' passion for nature led him to enroll at a Pretoria College for three years where he majored in Game Ranch Management. Upon obtaining his qualification, he was employed on a game ranch where he was introduced to the professional hunting industry, gaining valuable experience. Wanting to learn more, he tried his hand at taxidermy. However, his increasing desire to become a Professional Hunter spurred him to obtain his Professional Hunters' license. Ever since then he started living his dream, hunting all types of game with hunters from all over the world.

It is Frans' obsession to find good trophies for everybody he hunts with. His services are highly recommended to any prospective hunter. His absolute dedication is admirable.