Eland – Cape

Taurotragus oryx

Majestic Giants of the African Savanna

The Cape Eland, renowned as one of the largest antelope species on the African continent, embodies strength and majesty in the vast savannas and grasslands.

These magnificent creatures, characterized by their imposing size and striking spiral horns, are native to various regions across Southern and Eastern Africa.

Cape Elands possess a distinctive appearance, with a tan to grayish-brown coat that may occasionally display faint white stripes.

Their impressive stature is notable, standing at approximately 1.4 to 1.7 meters (4.6 to 5.6 feet) tall at the shoulder and weighing between 450 to 1,000 kg (992 to 2,205 pounds).

Scientific name: Taurotragus oryx
Mass: Adult Male: ~600–1,000 kg (1,323–2,205 lb) most commonly, though exceptionally large males can exceed 1,000 kg (2,205 lb) Adult Female: ~400–600 kg (882–1,323 lb) typically
Fun fact: Cape Elands are the largest antelope species in Africa and can use their powerful legs to jump over 2 meters (6.5 ft) high when alarmed.

Price range: $1,000.00 through $3,000.00

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Baboon

Barbary Sheep

Blesbuck

Blesbuck – White

$1,500.00

Bontebok

$700.00

Bush Pig

$900.00

Bushbuck

$2,500.00

Cape Grysbok

$600.00

Damara Sheep

$2,000.00

Duiker – Blue

Species & package builder

Build a package

Customise your hunting package at Hoeksfontein.

Baboon

Barbary Sheep

Blesbuck

Blesbuck – White

$1,500.00

Bontebok

$700.00

Bush Pig

$900.00

Bushbuck

$2,500.00

Cape Grysbok

$600.00

Damara Sheep

$2,000.00

Duiker – Blue

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Eland - Cape

Taurotragus oryx

Majestic Giants of the African Savanna

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Hunt the Eland - Cape at Hoeksfontein

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Price range: $1,000.00 through $3,000.00

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Scientific name

Taurotragus oryx

Mass

Adult Male: ~600–1,000 kg (1,323–2,205 lb) most commonly, though exceptionally large males can exceed 1,000 kg (2,205 lb) Adult Female: ~400–600 kg (882–1,323 lb) typically

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About the species

Majestic Giants of the African Savanna

The Cape Eland, renowned as one of the largest antelope species on the African continent, embodies strength and majesty in the vast savannas and grasslands.

These magnificent creatures, characterized by their imposing size and striking spiral horns, are native to various regions across Southern and Eastern Africa.

Cape Elands possess a distinctive appearance, with a tan to grayish-brown coat that may occasionally display faint white stripes.

Their impressive stature is notable, standing at approximately 1.4 to 1.7 meters (4.6 to 5.6 feet) tall at the shoulder and weighing between 450 to 1,000 kg (992 to 2,205 pounds).

Fun fact

Cape Elands are the largest antelope species in Africa and can use their powerful legs to jump over 2 meters (6.5 ft) high when alarmed.

Map & spoor

Range & tracks

Where this species occurs, and the spoor your tracker will be reading.

Distribution map

Spoor

Included in safari

Everything taken care of

A written contract stating all costs will be concluded before commencement of the safari.

Pick up at nearest airport to hunting area.
Meals during safari, including wines, beers and soft drink.
Services of PH, skinner and tracker, camp personnel and transport during the hunt.
Field preparation of trophies.
All hunting licenses needed in South Africa.
A fully equipped hunting vehicle with professional hunter.
Daily laundry and cleaning services.