Game Lodge in South Africa

The game reserve land is owned by a community in Limpopo: the Bamakome Communal Property Association. In 2018, the Timbila Game Lodge owners has signed a long-term concession contract with the community to operate the game reserve as a lodge, including hunting activities and a willingness to commit to ecotourism, in exchange for a guaranteed income for the community. The reserve manager is a professional hunter and a CATHSSETA (*) qualified assessor and moderator. Timbila Game Lodge hosts courses that benefit local students and job seekers.

(*) CATHSSETA stands for the Culture, Arts, Tourism, Hospitality, and Sport Sector Education and Training Authority.

What to expect

Visiting Timbila Game Lodge in South Africa is not just about hunting; it’s an opportunity to immerse in the natural environment, contribute to conservation efforts, and experience the rich biodiversity of the region.

Guided Hunts: Most hunting is conducted under the guidance of experienced professional hunters or guides. These experts not only help in tracking and hunting game but also ensure legal and ethical hunting practices.

Conservation Efforts: Many hunting reserves in South Africa are deeply involved in wildlife conservation.They often use funds generated from hunting and tourism to support habitat preservation, anti-poaching efforts, and local community projects.

Different Hunting Methods: Depending on the game, various hunting methods may be used. This can include tracking on foot, hunting from hides, or using vehicles to cover larger areas.

Photographic Opportunities: For those who are more interested in photography than hunting, Timbila Game Lodge offer excellent opportunities to capture stunning wildlife photos.

Cultural Experience: Guests often get the chance to learn about local cultures and communities.

Safety Regulations: Safety is a priority. Visitors will be briefed on safety protocols, especially when in close proximity to dangerous wildlife.

Ethical Considerations: Timbila Game Lodge aligns with ethical hunting and conservation practices. Ethical hunting reserves contribute to the conservation of species and habitats.

Responsible Hunting

Hunting is regulated to maintain game populations at a healthy level and prevent overpopulation, which could harm the ecosystem.

Annually, Timbila Hunting Lodge dedicates itself to establishing the Reserve’s hunting quota through an extensive wildlife conservation plan, underpinned by thorough annual wildlife audits.

This plan thoughtfully includes a selection of non-trophy males and females, which are responsibly offered to both domestic and international hunting enthusiasts.

Our commitment to ethical hunting practices guarantees the sustainability of these activities, fostering the enduring vitality and diversity of the Reserve’s animal herds. To promote genetic variety and robustness within the species, breeding males are judiciously chosen for trophy potential on a biennial basis, with species such as the Sable carefully managed to maintain their strong lineage.

This selective process is part of our pledge to uphold the ecological balance and ensure the continued flourishing of our wildlife.

Hunting Predators

We firmly believe that hunting is a natural process: a predator pursuing prey is a fundamental aspect of life’s cycle. Hunting a large predator, however, is a more delicate matter, particularly if the predator lacks the instinctual impulse to flee.

Therefore, within the reserve, we hunt certain predators infrequently and only for justifiable reasons such as genetic management, controlling predator overpopulation, addressing the behavior of animals that have become dangerous, or dealing with disease.

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To request a quote, check availability, or make a reservation, please contact us by email on timbilagamelodge@gmail.com.

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