

Matetsi Unit 1 For Exceptional Hunting
- 12, 14, 15, 18 and 21 Day Options
- Min Age : 18+ (unless accompanied by an adult)
- Harare, Bulawayo or Victoria Falls
- Max Hunters : 4 per hunt
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Matetsi Unit 1 is one of the six Matetsi safari area hunting blocks in the North Western part of Zimbabwe.
It is without a doubt considered perhaps one of the premium free range dangerous game hunting concessions in Zimbabwe. There are fantastic populations of lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant, sable and plains game to be found.
In Matetsi you will find most, if not all, the trophy animals you are looking for all in one hunting area. This unspoiled wilderness offers an unforgettable experience.
The Matetsi Safari Area is the oldest hunting safari area in Zimbabwe. This area was named after the Matetsi River, which winds its way through the southern part of the safari area.
The village also took its name from the nearby river and started life as a railway siding.
There are large numbers of various migrating herds crossing from Hwange National Park through the area year after year. These migrations ensure good populations of game, and as a result, predators are plentiful as they follow the herds through.
These predators include the two main predators – lion and leopard – as well as the scavenging hyena and smaller species such as the wily jackal. Wherever you find large numbers of browsers, the carnivores will follow.
Access to the area is from Victoria Falls which has an international airport. It is only a 1 hour drive to your destination from the airport to Unit 1.
Price Includes:
- All Accommodation For Duration Of Hunt
- Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Price Excludes:
- 2% tax on total day fees booked
- 4% tax on total trophy fees
- Observer fees charged per person per day (inclusive of all taxes)
- Cities tag for cities animals - Elephant and Leopard
- Value-added tax on accommodation charged per day
- International travel, accommodation and tours before and after the safari
- All Trophy fees on animals killed, wounded and/or lost in the field
- Accommodation before and after safari
- Dipping, packing, crating and shipping of trophies - this is all organized through Bulawayo
Hunts on Offer in the Matetsi Safari Area
Species | Hunt Duration |
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Bull Elephant | 14 Days |
Buffalo, Elephant | 14 Days |
Buffalo, Leopard, Sable | 18 Days |
Buffalo, Sable | 12 Days |
Buffalo, Leopard | 15 Days |
Buffalo, Plains Game | 12 Days |
Lion | 21 Days |
Trophy Animals
Species | Species |
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Elephant Bull | Buffalo Bull |
Tuskless Elephant | Eland Bull |
Duiker | Giraffe |
Impala (T) | Kudu Bull |
Leopard | Sable Bull |
Warthog | Waterbuck |
Zebra | Bushbuck |
Baboon | Bush Pig |
Jackal | Klipspringer |
Reedbuck | Hyena |
Lion |
Buffalo Hunting In Zimbabwe
If you are looking specifically for a buffalo hunt, then the Sondelani package may be your preference.
Sondelani is well-known for its buffalo population and challenging hunting of these beasts.
Accommodation in Matetsi Unit 1

The lodging and accommodation provided have a 5-star rating offering comfort with excellent facilities and meals.
The lodge has well-maintained gardens making it an oasis after a day in the dry bush. There is a swimming pool with a gazebo and very comfortable thatched chalets to relax in after a long day out in the bush.
Come and experience wholesome hospitality with good food and a warm welcome.
- Swimming Pool
- Overhead Fans
- Mosquito Nets
- Baths and Showers
- Satellite Phones at US$2.50 per minute
- Room Service - Daily Laundry and Cleaning
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- Excellent Game Opportunities
- Big Game African Hunting Experience
- Tailor Make Your Hunt
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Why Book With Us?
EXCELLENT GAME OPPORTUNITIES
Zimbabwe has first class hunting of both dangerous and plains game.
BIG GAME HUNTING EXPERIENCE
Gary has decades of experience in African game hunting.
TAILOR MAKE YOUR HUNT
We customize and tailor make your hunting safari to suit you.
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We will strive to make your hunting experience an unforgettable one.
With our expertise and attention to detail, you will leave definitely planning to come back for more of the same.
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