Plains game · trophy fee $2,500
Livingstone Eland Hunting in Zimbabwe
The eland is Africa's largest antelope. A big bull can weigh as much as a buffalo, yet he moves quietly and keeps walking all day, which makes an eland hunt one of the longest tracking hunts in plains game.
The hunt
How We Hunt Eland
Following the Herd
Eland cover long distances, so we pick up fresh tracks early and follow them on foot, sometimes for most of the day, before catching up with the herd.
Judging an Old Bull
Look for a heavy, blue-grey bull with a thick dewlap and a dark tuft of hair on the forehead. Old bulls often have worn, thick horns rather than the longest ones.
Details
Calibre, Season and Area
Eland need a .300 or larger with heavy, well-constructed bullets.
[Where we hunt eland; best months]
| # | Species | Trophy fee |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Livingstone eland | $2,500 |
Packages
Hunt Eland On
Questions
Eland Hunting FAQ
How fit do I need to be for eland?
Fit enough for a long day on foot. Eland tracking can cover more ground than almost any other plains game hunt, so train in your boots before you travel.
What is a Livingstone eland?
The eland subspecies found in Zimbabwe and neighbouring countries, recognisable by the white stripes on its body.