Kudu Hunts

When to Hunt Kudu?

The best time to hunt kudu is early morning or late afternoon when this antelope is more active. Hunting methods include the spot-and-stalk, which involves glassing for the antelope from a lookout point and then setting out on foot to stalk it. Alternatively, since the antelope is water-dependent and drinks daily, it is also ambushed near water holes.

Countries such as South Africa are renowned for their exceptional Kudu trophies and allow Kudu hunts throughout the year. The best time to enjoy Kudu hunting in South Africa is during the dry, cooler months when the vegetation is less and allows the hunter better visibility. These months, from around May to August, also see wildlife more likely to be congregating around limited water sources, allowing ambush opportunities.

Other destinations, such as Mozambique, Namibia, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Tanzania, Ethiopia, and Uganda, have shorter hunting seasons to target the Kudu.

Why go Kudu Hunting?

The Kudu is seen as one of Africa’s most iconic African plains game species, and a sought-after trophy due to its long-spiral horns and striking coat.

When it comes to Kudu hunting safaris, they can be quite challenging as this antelope has earned the nickname of “Africa’s gray ghost” due to its excellent camouflage skills. Not only that, but this antelope has exceptional hearing, making the stalking of the Kudu quite testing for the hunter.

Kudu hunts test a hunter’s patience, perseverance, and fitness, with long walks through tough terrain and challenging landscapes to hunt this iconic African antelope trophy. Many hunters fall short of claiming this trophy, as Africa’s gray ghost evades even the most skilled and experienced hunting parties.

Safari Inclusions on a Kudu Hunt

A standard Kudu hunting safari will form part of an African plains game hunt and include the basic service offerings such as accommodation, meals, drinks, professional hunter, camp staff, trackers, on-territory transport, and field preparation of the trophy.

Exclusions and optional extras when Kudu hunting in Africa:

• Transfers from your arrival point into the country, to the hunting concession and return (road or private air charter)
• Dip and pack of the trophy
• Taxidermy and international shipping options

Tips when Kudu Hunting

• Kudus hunts are best undertaken during the early morning or late afternoon when these antelopes are more active
• Ensure that your shot placement is spot on, as a wounded kudu can run for miles without stopping
• Popular hunting methods include spot-and-stalk, as well as ambush methods
• When hunting warthogs and concentrating on shot placement, aim for the bottom third of the shoulder, as this golden area will ensure a heart or lung shot and a quick, ethical kill
• Kudus need to drink regularly, which makes the ambush method a popular one
• Ensure that you are physically prepared for your Kudu hunt, as these hunts often include long walks
• This prized trophy can jump heights of up to 6 feet, from a standing position, allowing it to evade predators when cornered

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Conservation Status

• Greater Kudu (Tragelaphus strepsiceros) is listed as least concern by the IUCN.
• Lesser Kudu (Tragelaphus imberbis) is listed as near threatened by the IUCN.

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