Welcome to Shabalala Safaris

I was so fortunate to share my first  South African hunting experience with Shabalala Safaris.  Along with being one of the finest and most challenging hunting experiences of my life, it was only made better by the wonderful hospitality of the Keeny Family.  Mike and Nerina made sure that the hunting, accommodations, food, and most of all, the friendships, were second to none.  Along with the 7 trophies that I harvested, I brought back some unbelievable memories and plan to hunt again with Shabalala Safaris!

My experience hunting with shabalala safaris was more than I expected. Mike and his PH’s did all they could and more to put me in position with bow and rifle to get the game i wanted to hunt. The food was awesome, PH’s were fun and very competent,  campfire stories were a great way to end the day. I have no idea how Mike spotted that Kudu I harvested at 800 yards up a mountain and behind a tee with the naked eye but he did. When I return to Africa to hunt, and I will, I will return to shabalala.

Words cannot express the experience that Shabalala provides. From the diversity of game to the education about culture and conservation, Shabalala wasn’t just about the hunt. Shabalala provided memories and friendships that will last a lifetime.

My first experience with Mike was his expert insight and guidance to finding a very nice wildebeest. We got within 200 yards and in a matter of minutes the animal was added to our trophy list. As a host, the entire Keeny family is a joy to be around. The accommodations are comfortable and their hospitality is second to none. The evenings around the camp fire are most enjoyable and create memories that will last a life time. I look forward to sharing more experiences with Mike and his family this coming July, when I will return to their beautiful country for another hunting adventure.

I can not wait till the next time I am at Shabalala sitting around the fire with great people and an Amstel or brandy and coke in my hand, pondering about what animals I will cross paths with tomorrow!

I have hunted Shabalala annually for many years and hope to continue to do so. It is a fixture in my year that I always look forward to. I continue to return for a number of reasons, including friendly, helpful hosts and staff, an abundance of game and varied terrain. Hunts are typically challenging but it is rare for hunters to return home empty handed. I cannot recommend Shabalala highly enough.