Experiencing an African plains game safari is unlike any other adventure, offering opportunities to encounter diverse species in their natural habitat.
My name is Sol Griffith, and I run Diamond Z Outdoors, a small but growing organization dedicated to wildlife conservation, fair-chase hunting, public land preservation, and introducing the sportsman’s lifestyle to new hunters.
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From the time I was young, I dreamed of Africa. I grew up reading classic hunting tales like Ernest Hemingway’s Green Hills of Africa and Theodore Roosevelt’s African Game Trails—each one at least ten times. The stories of vast landscapes, abundant wildlife, and true adventure captured my imagination. Hunting the Dark Continent became a lifelong dream.
This past fall, that dream finally became a reality. I booked my African plains game safari with Bowker Hunting in South Africa.
Why I Chose Bowker Hunting
Several factors made my decision easy:
- True Fair-Chase Hunting – Nick operates a low-fence, free-range concession, with no captive-bred or pen-raised animals. Every animal we pursued was wild, and every hunt was genuine.
- Exceptional Value – I booked a seven-animal plains game package at a price point that’s hard to beat anywhere in Africa.
- Professional and Flexible – Scheduling took some effort due to conflicts on my end, but Nick was accommodating throughout and made the trip happen.
Experiencing the Thrill of an African Plains Game Safari
This wasn’t a “canned” experience—this was a real hunt. We got lucky with some animals, but we had to work hard for others, hiking, stalking, and adapting to the conditions. The landscapes we hunted were breathtaking: open plains, rolling hills, brushy valleys, and endless African skies.
My wife joined me on the safari and had an incredible time as well, harvesting a beautiful impala ram and a cull warthog. Watching her experience the thrill of the hunt in Africa was as memorable as taking my own trophies.
By the end of the safari, I had taken eight animals total:
- Seven trophy animals: kudu, white blesbok, impala, springbuck, warthog, mountain reedbuck, and black wildebeest
- One cull animal: springbuck
Capturing the Adventure on Film
I’ll admit—I’m more comfortable telling stories through video than words. As an amateur filmmaker, I documented our entire hunt, capturing the stalks, the shots, and the stunning African scenery.
The videos bring this trip to life far better than I can with text alone, and I’ve shared them here for anyone curious about what a true African hunting safari with Bowker Hunting looks like.
Final Thoughts – Why I’m Coming Back
This safari was everything I hoped for and more:
- Fair-chase hunts with wild animals
- Knowledgeable guides and trackers who worked tirelessly
- Incredible value for the number of animals and quality of trophies
- An authentic African experience, not a “put-and-take” hunt
It was such a success that I’ve already booked my next African plains game safari with Bowker Hunting—and I can’t wait to return to the Eastern Cape.
If you’re looking for a real, affordable, and unforgettable South African hunting experience, I can’t recommend Nick Bowker and his team enough.
