Cull hunting is limited to May through to August each year, they change often and become available on short notice. Expect to hunt between 3 and 4 animals per day.
We offer custom photographic safaris in Southern Africa, catering to various interests and budgets, ensuring a memorable and enjoyable experience for all.
Henry Griffiths Safaris provides various options for day trips that can be reached within 1.5 hours or less. In addition, we also offer add-on stops that require an overnight stay at another venue for an extra day or three. If you want to extend your hunt for a week or more, we have extended stay options available as well. Take a look at all the options and choose what suits you best.
Please contact us for a custom itinerary and prices.
In the heart of the Bophirima region of the North West Province of South Africa, amidst the farmlands and sprawling landscapes, is the Taung Skull Heritage Site. South Africa has long been considered to be the Cradle of Humankind by a number of archaeologists, historians and anthropologists, thanks to some of the fossilised remains that appear to support this claim. Of these, the Taung Skull is one of the most significant finds.
This is a child’s skull that was found at the Buxton Quarry in 1924, and is believed to be about 2.5 million years old, killed by a large prehistoric bird of prey. Today, it is part of the Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site, as deemed by UNESCO. Visitors will be plunged into an archaeological wonder world that is full of fascinating insights into an ancient world. Any site has to fulfil a number of strict criteria to qualify as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, testifying to the value of this attraction.
The Mmabana Cultural Centre
Dedicated to celebrating and educating visitors about the heritage, arts and sports of the North West Province of South Africa. Further than this, the centre also aims to nurture and develop a real appreciation for the cultures that characterise the Rainbow Nation, as South Africa is known for its diversity. With its modern style and forward-thinking approach, the Mmabana Cultural Centre is also a popular tourist attraction. This is because it showcases the arts, crafts and cultures of the communities and towns in its immediate vicinity, and the province at large.
Dinkgwaneng
The Dinkgwaneng Site is one of the archaeological and historical gems of the Bophirima area. This, in turn, is part of the North West Province of South Africa, where awesome geological formations, natural wonders and a prehistoric history meet with culture and heritage to make for a fabulous tourist destination.
The Dinkgwaneng site forms part of a greater area that is renowned for the fossils found here. These are significant as they establish, at least in the minds of many scientists and researchers around the world, that Africa is the original Cradle of Humankind; the birthplace of the entire human race. It is at Dinkgwaneng that engravings can be found in the rock faces, remnants of the artwork left by the ancient San tribes when they occupied the land in times past. These ones were hunter-gatherers, and they lived a simple life that meant surviving on the produce of the land.
Available ADD-ON Options
At Henry Griffiths Safaris, we understand that every customer has unique needs and preferences. That's why we offer a range of optional add-ons that you can choose from to customize your experience with us. Whether you're looking for a fun-filled day or two, a scenic road trip to see what South Africa has to offer, or simply want to tailor your package to your specific requirements, our add-ons have got you covered. Take a look at what's available and see how you can enhance your safari experience with us.
The Pilanesberg National Park
Covers some 55 000 hectare, is the fourth largest in southern Africa. This malaria-free park is perched on the eroded vestiges of an alkaline volcanic crater - one of only three such craters in the world.
Since late 1979, thanks to Operation Genesis - the largest game translocation ever undertaken at the time, tourists have been able to take note of nature's alphabet - from aardvark to zebra. The park boasts healthy populations of lion, leopard, black and white rhino, elephant and buffalo - Africa's "Big Five".
A wide variety of rare and common species exist with endemic species like the nocturnal brown hyaena, the fleet-footed cheetah, the majestic sable, as well as giraffe, zebra, hippo and crocodile, to mention but a few.
Deep in the rugged bushveld, in the heart of an ancient volcano, lies the world's most unique resort, the internationally acclaimed Sun City. The Resort has a unique heartbeat and an African rhythm of its own and is unlike any other Resort destination in the world.
There are four world-class hotels including the magnificent Palace of the Lost City that glitters like a jewel beneath the African sun, brilliant in its rain forest surroundings and luxurious in its detail and design. Adjoining the Resort, is the beautiful Pilanesberg National Park, which will delight game viewers as it is a malaria free zone and home to the "Big 5" (Buffalo, Elephant, Leopard, Lion and Rhino).
A captive breeding facility for cheetahs and other endangered animals, the The Ann van Dyk Cheetah Centre lies in the foothills of the Magaliesberg, close to Brits and Hartbeespoort Dam.
The privately owned and funded non-profit organisation was established in 1971 by Ann van Dyk on her 65 hectare farm in an effort to breed what was once a threatened species, the cheetah - the population of which was estimated at a mere 700 at around this time.
The Cradle of Humankind lies mainly in the Gauteng province with a small extension into the neighboring North West Province, and covers 47 000 hectares of land mostly privately owned.
The Site comprises a strip of a dozen dolomitic limestone caves containing the fossilized remains of ancient forms of animals, plants and most importantly, hominids. The dolomite in which the caves formed, started out as coral reefs growing in a worm shallow sea about 2.3 billion years ago.
Regarded as one of the largest waterfowl sanctuaries in Southern Africa, Barberspan Bird Sanctuary is a huge 2000 hectare body of water that is RAMSAR Convention-accredited, indicating its international importance for migratory birds and waterfowl.
The new park offers a wealth of exciting activities such as animal interactions, guided game drives and self-drives. You are guaranteed to get super-close to some of Africa’s favorite animals whether you go on an informative guided tour or self-drive.
Guests also have the opportunity to engage in the experience of hand feeding a selection of animals including giraffes, ostriches and various other antelope species that roam freely on the 600-hectare property and frequently visit the wetlands in front of ‘the Wetlands’ Bar and Restaurant.
Waterhole Experience: walk to the new Lion waterhole and bush deck in the natural bush from where you will be able to view/observe our lions in their natural environment, Visit the young lions, cheetahs and other predators.
Tour to the lion, cheetah, tiger, caracal and hyena enclosures, plus, visit to the Ukutula Conservation Centre & Biobank.
Head out with the herd after the interaction to spend a little more time getting to know them a lot better! Here you’ll see the wild side of the elephants as they free-range feed, frolic, drink, dustbathe and enjoy the 300-hectare wildlife reserve.
You will have the opportunity to spend some of our Gentle Giants in the water while brushing & bathing them (with a bit of splashing thrown in).
Take to the skies above Magalies, zigzagging along ziplines hanging high above an area rich with ecological and geological history – estimated to be 2,500 million years old.
Where nearly 2 million hectares of unrivaled diversity of life forms fuses with historical and archaeological sights - this is real Africa. The world-renowned Kruger National Park offers a wildlife experience that ranks with the best in Africa.
Rejuvenation is on offer at Golden Gate Highlands National Park. Spend time in the majestic Maluti Mountains, hiking, horse riding, exploring caves and much more in their indescribable golden glow. The vulture’s restaurant (bird hide) welcomes birders to a proper vulture feast.
Basotho Cultural Village will transport you back in time and take you on an incredible journey where a chief offers you mqombothi (sorghum beer), his wives offer you the fruits of their labour and a traditional healer offers you insight into African spirituality.
Where the red dunes and scrub fade into infinity and herds of gemsbok, springbok, eland and blue wildebeest follow the seasons, where imposing camel thorn trees provide shade for huge black-mane lions and vantage points for leopard and many raptors... this is the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park.
Covers some 55 000 hectare, is the fourth largest in southern Africa. This malaria-free park is perched on the eroded vestiges of an alkaline volcanic crater - one of only three such craters in the world. Since late 1979, thanks to Operation Genesis - the largest game translocation ever undertaken at the time, tourists have been able to take note of nature's alphabet - from aardvark to zebra. The park boasts healthy populations of lion, leopard, black and white rhino, elephant and buffalo - Africa's "Big Five".
A wide variety of rare and common species exist with endemic species like the nocturnal brown hyaena, the fleet-footed cheetah, the majestic sable, as well as giraffe, zebra, hippo and crocodile, to mention but a few.
Deep in the rugged bushveld, in the heart of an ancient volcano, lies the world's most unique resort, the internationally acclaimed Sun City. The Resort has a unique heartbeat and an African rhythm of its own and is unlike any other Resort destination in the world. There are four world-class hotels including the magnificent Palace of the Lost City that glitters like a jewel beneath the African sun, brilliant in its rain forest surroundings and luxurious in its detail and design. Adjoining the Resort, is the beautiful Pilanesberg National Park, which will delight game viewers as it is a malaria free zone and home to the "Big 5" (Buffalo, Elephant, Leopard, Lion and Rhino).
A captive breeding facility for cheetahs and other endangered animals, the The Ann van Dyk Cheetah Centre lies in the foothills of the Magaliesberg, close to Brits and Hartbeespoort Dam.
The privately owned and funded non-profit organisation was established in 1971 by Ann van Dyk on her 65 hectare farm in an effort to breed what was once a threatened species, the cheetah - the population of which was estimated at a mere 700 at around this time.
The Cradle of Humankind lies mainly in the Gauteng province with a small extension into the neighboring North West Province, and covers 47 000 hectares of land mostly privately owned. The Site comprises a strip of a dozen dolomitic limestone caves containing the fossilized remains of ancient forms of animals, plants and most importantly, hominids. The dolomite in which the caves formed, started out as coral reefs growing in a worm shallow sea about 2.3 billion years ago.
Regarded as one of the largest waterfowl sanctuaries in Southern Africa, Barberspan Bird Sanctuary is a huge 2000 hectare body of water that is RAMSAR Convention-accredited, indicating its international importance for migratory birds and waterfowl.
The new park offers a wealth of exciting activities such as animal interactions, guided game drives and self-drives. You are guaranteed to get super-close to some of Africa’s favorite animals whether you go on an informative guided tour or self-drive. Guests also have the opportunity to engage in the experience of hand feeding a selection of animals including giraffes, ostriches and various other antelope species that roam freely on the 600-hectare property and frequently visit the wetlands in front of ‘the Wetlands’ Bar and Restaurant.
Waterhole Experience: walk to the new Lion waterhole and bush deck in the natural bush from where you will be able to view/observe our lions in their natural environment, Visit the young lions, cheetahs and other predators Tour to the lion, cheetah, tiger, caracal and hyena enclosures, plus, visit to the Ukutula Conservation Centre & Biobank.
Head out with the herd after the interaction to spend a little more time getting to know them a lot better! Here you’ll see the wild side of the elephants as they free-range feed, frolic, drink, dustbathe and enjoy the 300-hectare wildlife reserve. You will have the opportunity to spend some of our Gentle Giants in the water while brushing & bathing them (with a bit of splashing thrown in).
Take to the skies above Magalies, zigzagging along ziplines hanging high above an area rich with ecological and geological history – estimated to be 2,500 million years old.
Where nearly 2 million hectares of unrivaled diversity of life forms fuses with historical and archaeological sights - this is real Africa. The world-renowned Kruger National Park offers a wildlife experience that ranks with the best in Africa.
Rejuvenation is on offer at Golden Gate Highlands National Park. Spend time in the majestic Maluti Mountains, hiking, horse riding, exploring caves and much more in their indescribable golden glow. The vulture’s restaurant (bird hide) welcomes birders to a proper vulture feast. Basotho Cultural Village will transport you back in time and take you on an incredible journey where a chief offers you mqombothi (sorghum beer), his wives offer you the fruits of their labour and a traditional healer offers you insight into African spirituality.
Where the red dunes and scrub fade into infinity and herds of gemsbok, springbok, eland and blue wildebeest follow the seasons, where imposing camel thorn trees provide shade for huge black-mane lions and vantage points for leopard and many raptors... this is the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park.
