Wintershoek Safaris

Name: Wintershoek Safaris
Address: 32 MacDougall Street, Kimberley, 8301, ZA
Telephone: 053 204 0042
Price range: $$$
Rating: 4.5

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Wintershoek Safaris in South Africa knows what it takes to create the perfect safari experience.
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24/09/2024

The team up in Namibia is still having an incredible time and enjoying continued success! They recently took down this impressive hippo—a fantastic hunt and a remarkable trophy! 🇳🇦

21/09/2024

Scenes from Tanzania! 🇹🇿

20/09/2024

The team in Namibia has truly been fortunate! These two magnificent kudus are a testament to a job well done—congratulations to the hunter!

19/09/2024

Dennis and his wife kicked off their hunt in the Kalahari earlier this week! The hunt has been great so far, and he’s taken some impressive trophies, including a warthog and a duiker, as seen here!

18/09/2024

It is good to be back! Everyone has arrived safely at camp in Tanzania and is ready for the exciting days ahead! 🇹🇿

Who will we see there? Make sure to meet up with us! info@wintershoeksafaris.com

17/09/2024

Who will we see there?
Make sure to meet up with us!
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It's here! The moment we've all been waiting for is finally here! The 2025 DSC Convention & Sporting Expo tickets are now available! Secure your ticket and get ready to join us in Atlanta in January!

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16/09/2024

The hunt in Namibia began four days ago, and it has already been a great success. So far, the hunter has taken a cheetah and a brown hyena. With about two weeks remaining, we are excited to see what more they will accomplish! 🇳🇦

16/09/2024

This buffalo and eland were recently hunted in the Northern Cape—two outstanding trophies. Overall, the clients took home some impressive species.

Meanwhile, the rest of our team is currently hunting in Tanzania, Namibia, and South Africa! 🇹🇿 🇳🇦 🇿🇦

13/09/2024

On the way back this afternoon to camp, one of our PHs spotted a group of buffalo grazing! Stunning!

11/09/2024

One of our PHs recently discovered a bezoar in the gut of a buffalo they hunted just two days ago. A bezoar is a solid mass that forms in the gastrointestinal tract, usually in the stomach, due to the buildup of indigestible materials. These masses can differ in composition, with common types including trichobezoars, which are made up of hair, and phytobezoars, which are formed from plant fibers, like those found in fruits and vegetables.

09/09/2024

This was the second hippo harvested during the recent hunt in Zimbabwe! It was an incredible experience, and the whole team was filled with happiness in the moments that followed! 🇿🇼

09/09/2024

Here are some images from a recent hunt we had with a family in the Northern Cape. It was a great time!

09/09/2024

Check out this video featuring the first animals harvested by the Reeve family from Driven with Pat & Nicole during their recent hunt with us.

The Reeves begin their African adventure with Wintershoek Safaris with a couple of action-packed hunts! SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/drivenhunter?sub_c...

05/09/2024

Some scenes from Zimbabwe! 🇿🇼

04/09/2024

There's nothing quite like gathering around a campfire, sharing stories after a day of hunting! 🔥

04/09/2024

Hunted in the stunning Lake Kariba region of Zimbabwe! It was an extraordinary hunt and a fantastic time in this beautiful country. Congratulations on taking a magnificent hippo, sir! 🇿🇼

03/09/2024

James took down a beautiful waterbuck this morning in the Northern Cape—a very impressive bull. Today was their last day with us, he and his wife are heading to Cape Town now before they make their way back to the States!

02/09/2024

We're thrilled to have our good friends back with us! The father and one of his sons spent some time hunting hippo in Zimbabwe before heading to the Northern Cape, where they reunited with the rest of the family to conclude their hunt. Stay tuned for more about their adventures in Zimbabwe.

02/09/2024

Captured by a good friend during a visit to one of our unique areas in the Northern Cape province. This is a place like no other, where the night skies are breathtaking, untouched by city lights, and far removed from the hustle and bustle of towns and cities.

02/09/2024

Here are some images from a memorable hunt in one of our areas in the Northern Cape that took place last week. It was a successful hunt and a truly special time.

30/08/2024

James and his wife joined us two days ago at one of our areas in the Northern Cape, and it has been a fantastic couple of days. James successfully took down a magnificent old dagga boy buffalo and a fine black wildebeest.

30/08/2024

Spotted this incredible creature this week in the Northern Cape!

The aardvark is a fascinating nocturnal creature native to Africa, renowned for its remarkable digging abilities. With powerful limbs and sharp claws, it can burrow through up to 2 feet of soil in just 15 seconds! Aardvarks primarily feed on ants and termites, using their long, sticky tongues to capture these insects. Despite their somewhat pig-like appearance, aardvarks are more closely related to elephants than to any other animal.

30/08/2024

A truly special trip for the Meier family! As meaningful as it was for them, it was just as special for us. Nick and Jessie both harvested some incredible species and created countless memories with their son on his first visit to Africa.

29/08/2024

Nick harvested two impressive warthogs in a single day—both from the mountaintops! It was an incredible day filled with fun and excitement. Well done, mate!

29/08/2024

"Africa has her mysteries, and even a wise man cannot understand them. But a wise man respects them." — Miriam Makeba

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32 MacDougall Street
Kimberley
8301

Telephone

053 204 0042

Website

http://www.wintershoeksafaris.com/

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Kevin, Sam we want to thank YOU. The pleasure is ours, it was a great time having you with us. From clients to friends! 💪🏼 #wintershoeksafaris #hunting

Some great feedback from James before they left the camp in Nuanetsi. Thanks James, the pleasure is ours. Until next time 💪🏼 #wintershoeksafaris #hunting

The name “aardvark” originates from a South African term that translates to “earth pig.” Despite its pig-like appearance, particularly in its body and snout, the aardvark is more closely related to elephants and golden moles. Aardvarks are found across much of sub-Saharan Africa. #wintershoeksafaris #aardvark

Fresh in the salt, a mountain Zebra taken by John. Nice job everyone! And thanks to Van Zyl for the great footage! #wintershoeksafaris #zebra #hunting

A very nice message from our friends from Mexico before they left camp this morning! It was such a pleasure having you guys with us, memories were made and it was an awesome time. So we thank YOU! #wintershoeksafaris #hunting

Spotted this afternoon in the Kalahari where we will start with another hunt tomorrow! Some BIG bulls! #wintershoeksafaris #buffalo #quality #africa

The Wildeklawer School Sports Tournament is held annually at Diamantveld High School in Kimberley, the largest school sports tournament in South Africa. Kimberley is the nearest major town to Wag ’n Bietjie and most of our areas in the Northern Cape. This year, St John's College from Hamilton, New Zealand, was invited to participate in the rugby matches at the tournament. They wanted to experience an African braai, and we gladly hosted them for the evening. A total group of 61 people, including 26 rugby players, joined us last night. It was a wonderful evening, and we thoroughly enjoyed having them all with us. Afterwards, they performed their haka to express gratitude for the evening. Best of luck with the rest of the tournament and your matches, boys!

Yesterday afternoon, the rain started pouring, and it kept going all night long! We got rain on every area, and we couldn't be happier about it! Here's a video from Wag 'n Bietjie to show you what we mean. #wintershoeksafaris #wagnbietjie #rain

What a special moment as this young gentleman took down his first animal in South Africa, a Black Wildebeest. Always special to share this moment with young hunters! #wintershoeksafaris #firsttime #africa #blackwildebeest

All smiles after yesterday’s rain at Karreekloof! ⛈️ #wintershoeksafaris #rain #happydays

A video by Dallas Safari Club and Michel Mantheakis about conservation through hunting! #wintershoeksafaris #huntingthroughconservation #conservation #hunting #africa

The team had some drinks on Broadway before SCI starts! We're thrilled and fully prepared for SCI 2024. Be sure to swing by our booth; our fantastic team will be there to give you more information about hunting in Southern Africa! Booth 2617 [email protected] or +1 702 232 4698 #hunting #trophyhunting #besthunting #wintershoeksafaris #southernafrica #africa #africanoutfitter #SCI #sci2024 #huntwithus

Embark on an exceptional African adventure with Wintershoek Safaris. With ethical hunting, seasoned guides, luxurious lodges, and stunning landscapes, you are in for nothing short of an authentic experience. Your journey begins with us, where the extraordinary becomes the norm. Do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected] , we can't wait to hear from you! Video was made by the amazing African Sun Productions #hunting #trophyhunting #besthunting #ethicalhunting #africanhunting #bestoutfitter #africanoutfitter #wintershoeksafaris #adventure #safari

We encountered these two cheeky bulls while we were out hunting this past week. They weren’t pleased to see us and disappeared very quickly thereafter. #hunting #buffalo #wintershoeksafaris

The guys in Namibia are having a great time! If you want the adventure of a lifetime, come experience some of the most amazing areas in Africa with Wintershoek Safaris! [email protected] #wintershoeksafaris #namibia #africa #southafrica #botswana #zimbabwe #zambia #tanzania #trophyhunting

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Our Story

Wintershoek Safaris in South Africa knows what it takes to create the perfect safari experience.

We are the industry leading safari company in South Africa.

Wintershoek Safaris owns over 132 000 acres in four unique areas in the Northern Cape Province of South Africa. In addition to that Wintershoek Safaris have access to some of the best Big Game Hunting areas in the rest of South Africa.

In 2001, Wiaan van der Linde became involved with Wintershoek Investments, which at the time was one of the main hunting concessions of the legendary Johnny Vivier Safaris in South-Africa. This was the start of a lifelong friendship and business relationship between Wintershoek Safaris and Johnny Vivier Safaris!

Johnny grew up as a hunter with his father in the former Rhodesia. He began Johnny Vivier Safaris after moving to South Africa in 1979. Since then he has built up a renowned legacy in the hunting industry and was selected by Safari Club International from among all African Outfitters to organise the prestigious Safari Club International’s Political Action Committee’s “Big 5 Hunt of a Lifetime” an awe-inspiring 4 times! He was also nominated on two occasions by Safari Club International for the Outstanding Professional Hunter of the Year Award.

In 2005, after our old area was turned into a National Park, Wiaan developed a new hunting area nearby. He and other landowners established what is today one of the BIGGEST and VERY BEST hunting areas in South-Africa , namely Wintershoek Private Game Reserve!

At the end of 2006 Wiaan bought Johnny Vivier Safaris, and we are lucky enough to have Johnny still very much involved in the business as the company’s CEO. Wintershoek Safaris has since then become one of the LEADING and MOST EXPERIENCED Safari Outfitters in Africa! Wintershoek Safaris were recently recognized by Safari Club International as one of the top 250 Outfitters in the WORLD!

In 2009 Wiaan also started his own Taxidermy Studio – called African San Taxidermy – so that our clients’ valuable trophies can be looked after by experts like us!

In 2009 Wiaan won Wildlife Ranching South Africa’s Manager’s Award for his outstanding contribution to Wildlife Ranching in the country. In 2010 Wiaan also won the Northern Cape Farmer of the Year Award and in 2012 he received Wildlife Ranching South Africa’s prestigious “Wildlife Rancher of the Year Award.”

In 2010 another land owner in the Northern Cape, Hennie Gouws, decided to join this leading Outfit, and he brought 3 more hunting areas to the party. This means that Wintershoek Safaris now OWNS more than 110 000 acres of pristine hunting land, with some of the top lodges in the Northern Cape! In addition to these areas, Wintershoek Safaris also has access to some of the best hunting/big game hunting areas in Southern Africa.

This kind of recognition and joint expertise, plus a spotless reputation, are without a doubt the essential toolkit and must-have for any prospective hunter wishing to book a safari with a first-rate Outfit at affordable rates. Our spectacular hunting areas and highly skilled and experienced professional hunters and dedicated staff will ensure that you get the BEST safari experience possible!!!