Eland Hunting in Southern Africa

The Eland is Africa’s largest antelope—reaching over 2,000 pounds—but they’re surprisingly quiet and elusive. Hunting them combines the scale of elk with the stealth of whitetail, across South Africa, Mozambique, and Botswana.

Why Hunt Eland in Africa?

• Massive Size, Massive Challenge: Huge animals that can disappear in brush with ease.
  
  
• Trophy Bulls Have Dark Necks & Spiral Horns: Perfect for full-body or shoulder mounts.
  
  
• Delicious Meat: Eland is prized as one of the best-tasting game meats in Africa.
  
  

Hunting Methods

• Long Glassing Sessions: Bulls often require days to locate and close distance.
  
  
• Track-and-Stalk: Follow fresh spoor through sandy soil or mopane forest.
  
  
• Bowhunting and Rifle Friendly: But proper shot placement is crucial due to their size.
  
  

Eland are for serious hunters who want a true African test—mental, physical, and strategic