About Us

At SS Pro Safaris we believe hunting and conservation goes hand in hand. The numerous private game farms in South Africa host a wide variety and large concentration of wildlife, some of which would be extinct if not for the conservation efforts of private game farm owners and their staff.

Protecting our fauna and flora, respecting our bio-diversity and educating tourists form part of our ethos of responsible hunting. Our aim is always to promote our beautiful country and its natural diversity when we host hunters from around the world. Hunters that make use of SS Pro Safaris will not be disappointed and will always take home much more than a mere hunting experience.

South Africa is definitely one of the top destinations worldwide for trophy hunting, due to the large variety of African Hunting Species available to each hunter.

SS Pro Safaris specializes in hunting safaris where you will also be able to photograph the tranquillizing beauty of the African bushveld. Our main Camp is in the Limpopo Province of South Africa, where we do the bulk of our hunting. Here you’ll hunt on private game farms, but not to worry; areas range from 2000 to 15000 acres.

It can be very challenging for a hunter to come out to South Africa for a hunting safari. There are many things that need to be taken into account.

Due to South Africa's large variety of game, it can be quite daunting to decide what species to hunt during your trip.

SS Pro Safaris advises that you familiarize yourself with all the available species and then make a selection.
South Africa is a vast country, with a number of different species throughout the country, and this will also play a role in your selection process, as some areas can be very remote, which can make the hunt logistically difficult as well as expensive. This allows for a wide choice which can suit every hunter's requirements, ranging from small to large.

SS Pro Safaris hunt in a varied terrain that makes the hunt in itself so much more exciting and challenging.
A major factor in the success of a hunt will be based on the professional hunter and the outfitter that you utilize. The professional hunter is responsible for guiding you in getting a good selection of trophies.

In conclusion it is very important that you use a professional hunter that has the necessary credentials, an exceptional knowledge of the area where you will be hunting, as well as the species that you are pursuing.

SS Pro Safaris experienced professional hunters will assist you with your selection, as well as ensuring that you have the hunt that you were hoping for.

Some of the species you will encounter during your hunt

South Africa's private game farms boast with a wide array of animal species. During your hunting safari you will encounter many animals and species seen nowhere else in the world. There is a wide variety of birds, large and small game, reclusive cat species and reptiles you might encounter during your safari, not even to mention the diverse variety of plants, trees and insects. The bio-diversity you will experience during your hunting safari will appeal to each of your senses and lead to a growing appreciation of the beauty and complex diversity of nature here in sunny South Africa.

Oryx

Oryx is a genus consisting of four large antelope species called Oryx’s. Three of them are native to arid parts of Africa, and the fourth to the Arabian Peninsula.
Their fur is pale with contrasting dark markings in the face and on the legs, and their long horns are almost straight.
There are four species of Oryx living in Africa and the middle east. They are large antelopes with long, spear-like horns — with the Gemsbok (Oryx gazelle) being the largest of the Oryx species

Leopard

Despite being the smallest of the big cats, the illusive leopard is on everyone’s wildlife wish list. These animals are spectacular with their unique rosetted coat. They are generally solitary cats, unless they have young. The success of leopards as a species is due to their incredible adaptability in various habitats.

Keep your eyes peeled for leopard, especially in the early morning and during the evening.

Zebra

Common plain zebras have tails around half a metre in length (18 inches). Zebra crossings (pedestrian crossings) are named after the black and white stripes of zebras. Zebras run from side to side when being chased by a predator. They have excellent eyesight and hearing.
Zebras are single-hoofed animals that are native to Africa. They are also very closely related to horses and donkeys; in fact, they are in the same genus, Equus. The most prominent feature of zebras is the bold patterns on their coats.

Impala

The impala is one of the most common and most graceful of all of Africa's antelopes. A slender, agile creature, it can clear formidable obstacles and run at speeds faster than 60km/h. They are fleet runners who can leap up to 10m in length and 3m in height.
Impalas are medium-sized antelopes that roam the savannah and light woodlands of eastern and southern Africa. In the rainy season, when food is plentiful, they may gather in large herds of several hundred animals to browse on grasses and herbs, bushes, shrubs, and shoots.

Kudu

Kudus are browsers and eat leaves and shoots. In dry seasons they eat wild watermelons and other fruit for their liquid content and the natural sugars that they provide. The lesser kudu is less dependent on water sources than the greater kudu.
The common name kudu is derived from the indigenous Khoi-khoi language of Southern Africa. The scientific name is derived from Greek: Tragos denotes a he-goat and elaphos a deer; Strephis means 'twisting' and Keras means 'horn'.

Waterbuck

The waterbuck is the largest amongst the six species of Kobus. It is a sexually dimorphic antelope, with the males nearly 7 percent taller than females and around 8 percent longer.
The head-and-body length is typically between 177–235 cm (70–93 in) and the average height is between 120 and 136 cm (47 and 54 in).

Black Rhinoceros

The black rhinoceros or hook-lipped rhinoceros is a species of rhinoceros, native to eastern and southern Africa including Angola, Botswana, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Eswatini, Tanzania, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. Although the rhinoceros is referred to as black, its colours vary from brown to grey. These herbivorous adults can weigh up to 1400 kg.

Lion

These magnificent cats are at the “top of the food chain” and when you see one in reality, it is not difficult to see why. The male lion can reach 250kg while the female can reach up to 180kg.
A group, or pride, can be up to 30 lions, depending on how much food and water is available. The mighty lion's roar can be heard up to eight kilometres away.

Buffalo

These animals often form large herds and must be respected when seen.
Although they may seem tame and gentle at times, they have a very strong pecking order within the herd, and they can use their horns quite aggressively. It is not recommended to be on foot, on the same side of a fence, with a buffalo.

The Serval Cat (Tierboskat)

The serval is a wild cat native to Africa. It is widespread in sub-Saharan countries like South Africa. In Afrikaans also known as the 'Tierboskat. It has a very distinct pouncing technique when hunting rodents and weigh up to about 12kg.

Honey Badger

Honey badgers are fearless, display considerable aggression and have a powerful bite. They are good diggers and are particularly fond of digging out hardened dung-beetle balls in search of larvae. They enjoy a wide variety of food, including reptiles, insects, eggs, ground birds, wild fruit, scorpions, grubs and the honey of bees

Wild Dogs of Africa

Until very recently, the range of the Wild Dog included much of sub-Saharan Africa, apart from rainforest areas and deserts. They are now mostly confined to a few areas where human population density remains low.
They are found in the Kruger National Park in South Africa, around Phalaborwa Gate, Tshokwane and Skukuza and south of Afsaal; and on the odd game farm.

Nile Crocodiles

Generally, the Nile crocodile is large and can reach up to 5 m in length, with those in cooler climates only growing up to 4 m. Most juvenile Nile crocodiles in South Africa are a dark olive brown with black banding across the body and tail. This banding fades during adulthood. Not much is understood about the crocodile’s behaviour. It is believed that a strong social hierarchy exists within the crocodile populations that affect their feeding.

Black Mamba

Black mambas live in the savannahs and rocky hills of southern and eastern Africa. They are Africa's longest venomous snake, reaching up to 14 feet in length, although 8.2 feet is more the average. They are also among the fastest snakes in the world, slithering at speeds of up to 12.5 miles per hour.
“Like cobras and coral snakes, the venom of a black mamba contains neurotoxins,” Viernum told Live Science. She described the venom as “fast-acting.” It shuts down the nervous system and paralyzes victims, and without anti-venom, the fatality rate from a black mamba bite is 100 percent.

Tortoise

South Africa, and in particular the Cape, has the richest diversity of tortoises in the world. Of the 40 species of tortoise known, South Africa has 12 species and 2 Subspecies. In addition, the southern African region has 5 terrapin and 5 turtle species. These include the smallest tortoise (Homopus signatus - Namaqualand speckled padloper), one of the rarest tortoises (Psammobates geometricus - Geometric tortoise) and the largest turtle (Dermochelys coriacea - leatherback turtle) in the world.