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Blue Wildebeest

Scientific Name: Connochaetes Taurinus

Subspecies: Whitebearded Wildebeest (C.t. mearnsi) Cookson's Wildebeest (C.t. Cooksoni)

Distribution: Blue Wildebeest: Zimbabwe, Zambia, Mozambique, South Africa and Namibia. Whitebearded Wildebeest: Tanzania and Kenya Cookson's Wildebeest: Luangwa Valley in Zambia.

Habitat: Found in all kinds of Bush, but prefers open grassy plains with thorny bushes.

Description: Only Blue Wildebeest is descriped here as the difference between it and the other two supspecies is minimal. The Blue Wildebeest is a big animal of the Gnu-family, and weighs upto 300 kg with a shoulderheight of upto 140 cm. General colour dull slaty grey. The horns are similar to the horns of the Buffalo, only much smaller.

Hunting method: Pursch

Hunting available in: Blue Wildlebeest: Zimbabwe, Zambia, South Africa and Namibia White-bearded Wildebeest: Tanzania. Cooksonk's Wildebeest: Zambia ( and only in Lluangwa Valley)

We offer this specie on the following tours

Masailand

Tanzania

The terrain varies enormously, from semi-desert in the north-east to open plains in the north, from extensive swamps in the north west to miombo forest in the south. This contrasting landscape provides ideal conditions for a wealth of interesting game spec

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Exclusive Buffalo Hunt in the Caprivi

Namibia

Experience true big game hunting in Caprivi, where the pursuit of the legendary “dagga boys” takes place in raw and untamed wilderness. An intense and classic safari with strong populations and impressive trophies.

7 days hunting stay

$22,250

Per. person

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Big Game Hunt at Roger Whittall Safaris

Zimbabwe

Have you ever been face to face with a wild elephant, buffalo or lion while hunting in the African bush? Get a chance to hunt in a Big-5 area is a very special experience for anyone who loves wildlife and hunting. Wether you are hunting for dangerous big game animals or plains game, it is an adve...

10 days hunting stay

$14,495

Per. person

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Antilope Hunt at Sangwali Safaris (previously Osonjiva)

Namibia

Fantastic populations of game in beautiful, unusual scenery

8 days hunting stay

$2,095

Per. person

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Luxury Hunting Experience in South Africa – Ezulu, Eastern Cape

South Africa

Welcome to Ezulu in the Eastern Cape – a hunting journey of the highest standard, where exclusivity, comfort, and exceptional hunting experiences go hand in hand. Stay in luxurious lodges with outstanding cuisine and personal service, while enjoying exciting hunting opportunities for a wide varie...

6 days hunting stay

$4,450

Per. person

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Antilope Hunt at Frontier Safaris with free hunt and accommodation!

South Africa

It sounds almost too good to be true – but it isn’t. At Diana Hunting Tours, we offer a truly unique concept with free hunting and free accommodation in one of South Africa’s most exciting hunting areas. Your stay includes full board with food and drinks – including beer and wine.

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Hunt for Antelope at Gers Safaris

South Africa

Our only partner in Northern Cape province, not so far from the town of Kimberley. Hunting for 30 different game species - including slightly rarer species such as White Blesbok, all 4 Springbok colour variants, Scimitar Oryx, Tsessebe, Sable and Roan.

6 days hunting stay

$2,100

Per. person

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Trophy Package with Frontier Safaris

South Africa

Are you looking for a package including trophies? Then we have a complete, exciting and great value package for you here!

11 days hunting stay

$7,500

Per. person

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Antelope Hunting in Limpopo with GS Safaris

South Africa

GS Safaris is our partner in South Africa’s Limpopo Province and represents everything that makes Africa truly special. With a genuine passion for wildlife, nature, and people, they invite their guests to experience the African bush up close through unforgettable hunting and safari adventures.

7 days hunting stay

$2,295

Per. person

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Blue Wildebeest