Ubuninzi is an ethical, private African hunting ranch in South Africa’s unspoilt, malaria-free Eastern Cape. We offer year-round, tailored experiences for hunters who value professionalism, privacy, wild spaces, and unique opportunities to hunt African wildlife like Cape buffalo, eland, oryx, wildebeest and more.
Think big, and you’ll still be awed by our vast and diverse landscape. Ubuninzi privately ownes 20 000 acres of hunting land, and has access to a further 100 000 acres of concessions where we have the sole hunting rights. The ranch’s open plains, undulating hills, rugged mountains, and ten kilometers of beautiful bushmans river frontage offer a mix of hunting environments, where keen observation and strategic positioning are essential. The reward? Trophy-hunting opportunities that will thrill, challenge, and change you as you create memories that will last a lifetime.
While we pride ourselves on exceptional value African hunting packages, we also offer bespoke, personalized hunting packages. Please contact us to discuss the trophies you’d like.
We cater to first-time hunters, experienced hunters, hunting groups, and families. We can arrange hunts for additional species through our network of hand-picked, ethical ranches.
Ubuninzi’s guests enjoy world-class stays and hunting getaways on an all-inclusive basis at our magnificent lodge. We’re famous for our mix of luxury, comfort, excellent food, and warm, sincere hospitality.
Ubuninzi’s exceptional, highly qualified professional hunters and trackers will host and guide you throughout your stay. Passionate about African hunts and their craft, they value your safety and the integrity of each harvest.
Ubuninzi’s exceptional, highly qualified professional hunters and trackers will host and guide you throughout your stay. Passionate about African hunts and their craft, they value your safety and the integrity of each harvest.
Chad lVerified a must for your bucket list This was an absolutely amazing experience! I can't say enough about Unbuninzi Hunting Safari. From the moment we arrived, it was a true five-star experience. The support staff, meals, accommodations, and hunts all exceeded our expectations. Every detail was thoughtfully planned, making the entire trip enjoyable and stress-free. One of my favorite parts of each day was waking up, enjoying breakfast, and seeing the incredible wildlife right outside the front door before heading out for the day's hunt. It was an unforgettable way to start each morning. I was fortunate enough to share this safari with my father and my sons, and together we made memories that will last a lifetime. Spending that quality time together in such a beautiful place made the experience even more special. I truly can't emphasize enough how exceptional everyone at Unbuninzi was. They made us feel like family from day one, and by the time we left, that's exactly what they had become. The experience was so incredible that I've already booked another trip. If you're looking for a world-class hunting safari with outstanding hospitality, unforgettable hunting, and an atmosphere that feels like home, I highly recommend Unbuninzi Hunting Safari. It's an experience everyone should have at least once in their lifetime. Dustin WVerified Time of my life!! This is my second trip with Ubuninzi, and they have continued to meet every expectation. They make us feel like family in every way. The staff was so kind and easy to work with, the food and lodging was 5 star. The animals were plentiful and had plenty of opportunities on great trophies that will last a lifetime. Can’t wait to plan my next safari with them. Discover18483639264Verified 5 Star Experience This was a trip and hunt of a lifetime. The hunts were always action packed and top notch trophies were taken. Stephen and his entire staff provided a 5 star experience with literally every detail of our trip. They made us feel like family and we thoroughly enjoyed the camaraderie with everyone. Highly recommend!! 10 out of 10 Andrew HVerified 10 out of 10 Top tier professionals from start to finish! Absolutely amazing experience!! Can’t wait to return!! Tony BVerified Family African Hunt It was an amazing experience which I will cherish for the rest of my life! Lodging was perfect, the food was out of this world (gained 5 pounds), staff was great and the hunt was exceptional. I harvested my fair share of animals (total of 8) and they all were great hunts! I can’t wait to return. Divacop7474Verified Extraordinary My birthday hunt with Ubuninzi Hunting Safaris was nothing short of extraordinary! From the moment I arrived, the entire staff went above and beyond to make this milestone celebration unforgettable. A special thanks to Steven and Careen. Their professionalism, warmth, and attention to every detail made me feel like family. The guides were knowledgeable, patient, and passionate, ensuring every moment in the field was exciting and memorable. The accommodations, food, and hospitality were exceptional, creating the perfect balance of adventure and comfort. What truly stood out was the genuine care the team showed in making my birthday special. They didn’t just provide a hunt—they created memories that I will cherish for a lifetime. Thank you to everyone at Ubuninzi Hunting Safaris for an incredible experience. If you’re looking for a world-class safari with amazing people who treat you like royalty, look no further. I can’t wait to return for another adventure! Josh SVerified Best place in every aspect!! Absolutely amazing place !! I will certainly be goin back again , the people are the kindest you will ever meet , food is absolutely to die for , the accommodations will make you wanna stay for n extra month . Hands down the most amazing place !! Brian SVerified Best Hunting Trip Ever! 10/10 experience. Stephan and Carene were phenomenal hosts. Hunting was absolutely incredible. Hunting is now ruined for me in the United States. Bigfish210Verified Best experience in the Eastern Cape Incredible in every aspect. I began hunting South Africa with my father in 1983 and continued with my wife and son after my father died. We have hunted many farms from Botswana down through Limpopo and throughout the Eastern Cape with many PHs...on many concessions, many types of terrain, and experienced many levels of comfort from tents to 5-star lodges. I have few complaints of any of the South African professional hunters as the vast majority are experienced and cordial. However, there have only been a few who stand out...true Professional Hunters...not hunting guides. One is Stephen Hancocks. He is the man with his hand on the pulse of Ubuninzi. This guy lives and breathes hunting....and he is also a bowhunter. If you bow hunt you know and can appreciate exactly what I mean. Whether it's details with blind placement and comfort or spot and stalk using elevation, wind, and shadows to your advantage, Steve pays attention to the details to make the hunt successful. We were on animals every time we hunted. I think we saw 70-80 kudu, 300+ springbok, dozens of eland...the list goes on and on. My wife hunted with one of Stevem's rifles and took a huge waterbuck, beautiful fallow and nice warthog this trip. Steven was great with her. She says she gets nervous with me and I never place with shooting sticks properly. Whatever it is, the results speak for themself. The lodge is perfect. Incredible, modern suites with giant showers, comfortable beds, and every amenity. Service is on another level too. Daily laundry, more food than you could ever eat, and hospitality second to none. We told Carene that we would like to visit one of the game parks to see the Big 5. Of course, after breakfast the following day she said we had a park tour and dinner reservations later in the afternoon. It was impressive that she made it happen so quickly, and more impressive when the park ranger deferred game-specific questions from guests to Steve during the tour. We decided to throw one more curveball and ask about hunting fallow deer. It was not on our list until we saw a pic of a previous client's animal (Thanks Shane). I should have known, one of Steven's concessions is in the mountains and full of fallow. We harvested our PB fallows and enjoyed a great lunch at an Afrikaans cafe. Nightly dice games, open bar, sundowners at an amazing scenic point high on a bluff...come on man! Every night we a prime cut of what we hunted or from the previous group's animals. Fresh biltong, homemade venison sausage. They make it hard not to return every year. And that's why we return to Ubuninzi every year. I was worried about the costs when my wife and I made our first trip together, but it's less expensive that our elk hunts! Contact Stephen and tell him what you want to hunt. Let him put something together for you. Everyone has heard the cliche "Arrive as friends, leave as family" but I can honestly say this is the only place in South Africa that has made me understand the true meaning. I'm a firefighter from Texas who hunts and fishes all year, and I hope to come back to Ubuninzi for many years. My wife is a new hunter and has her unique perspective as well. If we can answer any questions from a client's perspective, please reach out to us. Bigfish210@hotmail.com Virgil YVerified Hands down amazing and definitely one of my all time favorite places I can not say enough amazing and cover the incredible experience I had with Ubinunzi safaris!!! I’ve been on many a hunting excursion in my short lifetime and my experience with these amazing people is definitely up in the tops!!! From the warm welcome we received as strangers to the day we left as what I call being treated like family. Steve Hancocks is a top tier ph. They just don’t get better!! We had amazing an amazing and unforgettable time in the field, around the dinner table, campfires, playing games just to name a few. The food was top notch. The lodging and hospitality top notch and I really couldn’t have asked for anything better. Part of my heart has stayed there and I am super excited to go back!! Thanks again to Steve and Carene for the unforgettable time!! Y’all are amazing and look forward to coming back!!