Red Hartebeest

Alcelaphus buselaphus caama

The Graceful Antelope of Africa

The Red Hartebeest, a striking and graceful antelope, is a distinctive inhabitant of the African grasslands and savannas.

These captivating creatures are known for their unique appearance and remarkable presence in the wild.

Red Hartebeests are characterized by their reddish-brown coats, high shoulders, and elongated faces with short, curved horns.

They stand at an impressive height of approximately 130-150 cm (51-59 inches) at the shoulder and weigh around 150-200 kg (330-440 pounds). Their unique facial features and upright posture make them instantly recognizable.

Red Hartebeests are one of the most colourful hartebeest subspecies, with rich reddish‑brown coats and striking black and white markings — and they’re capable of fast zigzag running (up to ~55 km/h) to evade predators.
~120–160 kg (265–353 lb) — males generally heavier than females.
Adult Male: ~150–160 kg (331–353 lb) Adult Female: ~120–140 kg (265–309 lb)

Scientific name: Alcelaphus buselaphus caama
Mass: Adult Male: ~150–160 kg (331–353 lb) Adult Female: ~120–140 kg (265–309 lb)
Fun fact: Red Hartebeests are one of the most colourful hartebeest subspecies, with rich reddish‑brown coats and striking black and white markings — and they’re capable of fast zigzag running (up to ~55 km/h) to evade predators.

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Price range: $600.00 through $1,200.00

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$1,500.00

Bontebok

$700.00

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$900.00

Bushbuck

$2,500.00

Cape Grysbok

$600.00

Damara Sheep

$2,000.00

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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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Red Hartebeest

Alcelaphus buselaphus caama

The Graceful Antelope of Africa

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Species List

Hunt the Red Hartebeest at Hoeksfontein

Price

Price range: $600.00 through $1,200.00

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Scientific name

Alcelaphus buselaphus caama

Mass

Adult Male: ~150–160 kg (331–353 lb) Adult Female: ~120–140 kg (265–309 lb)

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About the species

The Graceful Antelope of Africa

The Red Hartebeest, a striking and graceful antelope, is a distinctive inhabitant of the African grasslands and savannas.

These captivating creatures are known for their unique appearance and remarkable presence in the wild.

Red Hartebeests are characterized by their reddish-brown coats, high shoulders, and elongated faces with short, curved horns.

Fun fact

Red Hartebeests are one of the most colourful hartebeest subspecies, with rich reddish‑brown coats and striking black and white markings — and they’re capable of fast zigzag running (up to ~55 km/h) to evade predators.

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.