We sometimes hear hunters say Africa doesn’t interest them, but they must not know everything Africa has to offer. For example, do they know they can hunt free-ranging herds of antlered deer on vast unfenced tracts? How about aoudad (Barbary sheep) at 6,000 ft elevation? High-volume predator hunting? Upland bird? Waterfowl? Yup, you can do all of that at cheaper prices than our domestic counterparts.

The East Cape is South Africa’s answer to public land hunting. The hunt might be conducted on private land, but the fallow and aoudad are as honest, wild, and naturally reproducing as you can find anywhere in the world. Not only are these animals unmanaged, but they’re also considered unwanted guests on the working sheep farms you’ll hunt. You won’t find any breeding programs, protein regimens, or sliding scale fees here. So if you have a bad impression of Africa, let this hunt be your introduction. We bet you’ll change your mind on the rest.

Success rate is high, and you can expect a shot opportunity on a mature buck in the 2.5-3.25 kg range. We’ve heard of a few silver and even gold medal bucks taken, but a bronze medal (3.3 kg) buck should not be passed by any hunter. All coat colors are present here, and most hides will be suitable for a shoulder mount.

Fallow is gaining popularity, but it’s not exactly big money for the outfitters. That’s why we’ve arranged a camp that make the hunts more economical for all involved. The Budget Camp can host a group of up to 4 hunters for 4 hunting days with 2x1 guiding. By hosting 2-3 successive groups, we all enjoy some economies of scale. We also cut and sanitize the antlers so you can bring them home as checked luggage without a veterinary certificate (confirmed with USDA / USFWS). This saves you tons on trophy shipping!

If you want a longer hunt with all the bells and whistles associated with Africa, you’ll want to book the Bow Camp or Custom Camp. Both options are run by our partners where your group will be the only fallow hunters in camp and getting the pampered treatment Africa is famous for. We don’t join you in these camps, but we’ll be there to meet you at the airport on arrival, will process your antlers for baggage, and will be in-country only a few hours away for logistical support.

The Custom Camp is fully customizable with extra hunting days and other free-range species per the outfitter’s price list. In fact, we encourage you to support the outfitter by harvesting extra animals. Bow Camp is the most expensive option and limited to just one fallow, but it’s your best bet if you are hooked on archery. This outfitter has a real passion for bow-hunting during the early rut. Rather than the typical water hole set-ups, you’ll hunt these bucks spot-and-stalk just like an archery elk hunt. If the rut is timed right, you can call a croaking buck right into your lap.

** If you prefer to stick with Johannesburg (JNB) flights, we have partners in Mpumalanga with great fallow. Trophy fees are more expensive there, so only one fallow would be included in the respective packages below.

Starting at $2,750 per hunter for Budget Camp
4-day hunt; 2x1 guiding; 2 fallow EACH

… $3,750 per hunter for Custom Camp
6-day hunt; 2x1 guiding; 2 fallow EACH

… $4,250 per hunter for Bow Camp
5-day hunt; 1x1 guiding; 1 fallow
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Est airfare: $1,000-1,500
Est tip: $250 - $450