Rhino Green hunt with Bayly Sippel

This powerful safari account documents a rare and deeply moving rhino dart hunt in South Africa, combined with classic Cape buffalo and plains game hunting, guided by Bayly Sippel Safaris. Set across the rugged Blouberg region of Limpopo, the story follows a seven-day African hunt featuring intense tracking on foot, extreme temperature swings, and ethical decision-making in dangerous game scenarios. From harvesting eland and bushpig to a hard-earned Cape buffalo bull, the safari culminates in an unforgettable rhino conservation darting experience, offering hunters a unique, non-lethal way to engage with one of Africa’s most iconic animals. This account provides valuable insight into rhino conservation hunting, buffalo follow-ups in thick cover, rifle and bullet performance, and the professionalism that defines a world-class African outfitter. Essential reading for hunters seeking an authentic, ethical, and conservation-driven African safari experience with Bayly Sippel Safaris.

Chris Meloche Madikwe Buffalo Hunt

This detailed safari account captures the reality of Cape buffalo hunting in South Africa done the right way. Set in the rugged Madikwe concession in Limpopo, this true hunting story follows a challenging pursuit of an old, mature Cape buffalo bull through thick sickle bush, swirling winds, and unforgiving terrain. Guided by Bayly Sippel Hunting Safaris, the hunt showcases ethical dangerous game hunting, expert tracking, and the perseverance required to earn a buffalo on foot. From careful spoor tracking and failed stalks to a hard-won final shot, this story offers rare insight into buffalo behaviour, African plains game environments, rifle and bullet performance, and what separates a genuine buffalo safari from an easy hunt. Essential reading for hunters planning a Cape buffalo hunt in Africa, and those who value authentic, fair-chase African safaris.

“My First African Safari” By Reed Thomas

My first African safari with Bayly Sippel Safaris delivered everything I hoped for and more: dramatic Waterberg mountain country, expert PHs (Craig, Mario, and Rey), and unforgettable encounters with giraffe, eland, kudu, zebra, impala, and warthog. From MSP to Amsterdam to Johannesburg, the journey opened into rustic camps and luxury lodges, sunrise stalks, campfire stories, and meticulous fieldcraft. Highlights included a massive dark-bull giraffe, a hard-earned eland, and a father-son double on blesbok—capped by genuine hospitality and seamless logistics. If you’re dreaming of a South African hunting safari, this day-by-day account shows why Bayly Sippel Safaris is a top choice for first-timers and seasoned hunters alike.

“From Australia to the Bushveld, and How I Got There” By Tracey Lee

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime African adventure through the eyes of Tracey Lee in “From Australia to the Bushveld, and How I Got There.” What began as a dream to visit her seventh continent turned into an unexpected journey of discovery, courage, and transformation. From the breathtaking Cape of Africa to the wild beauty of the South African bushveld, Tracey shares how a spontaneous hunting trip with Bayly Sippel Safaris changed her perspective forever. Experience the thrill of tracking kudu and impala, the luxury of the African safari lifestyle, and the raw emotion of connecting with nature in its purest form. This heartfelt story captures the magic of Africa — where adventure, wildlife, and personal growth collide under the vast African sky.