This is a very interesting safari and one you will not find advertised elsewhere. I have been offered the unique opportunity to host a group to hunt the vast private Shiwa Ng'andu estate alongside owner and Professional Hunter Charles Harvey.





The venue is such that it would be ideally suited to couples that not only want to hunt but to delve into the fascinating history and culture of the “Africa House’.



After some discussion, Charles and I would recommend 8 persons that would be a mix of hunters and spouses or possibly two families? A variety of very desirable species will be on offer and the team will have sole rights to the estate during the safari.



Shiwa Ng’andu (the lake of Royal Crocodiles) is located in the Northernmost part of Zambia amongst the rolling granite hills that form the tail end of the Great Rift Valley, an area of unsurpassed natural beauty. The vast private estate combines this rich and varied history with a varied and pristine habitat that is home to over thirty species of game animals and over two hundred species of birds. The hunting area covers an area of twenty-two thousand acres of breathtaking terrain and boasts a large natural lake at its center, one of the largest privately-owned bodies of water in Africa. The same lake where David Livingstone lost his dog to a crocodile and it’s said that this is where he completed his final writing before his death.

The history and site are well documented in the link below. Note that hunting is not mentioned as an activity on this website.

https://www.shiwangandu.com/

The relaxed atmosphere and truly warm Zambian hospitality of all at the Shiwa Ng'andu Estate ensure that every guest feels truly at home and very much a part of the estate's incredible history and culture. Shiwa Ng'andu estate is without a doubt one of the most fascinating and unique destinations in Zambia.

My group hunts of the past have been extremely successful and enjoyable. There is a warm social atmosphere that has been encouraged by AR members and the hunting has been first class. Charles and I would like to conduct this hunt in the cool months of June or July but are open to suggestions. Note this is a plateau and does not experience the heat of the hot valleys.



In the past, we have asked hunters to nominate their priority animal and some lesser game animals from the list. We sort out the final mix in a group chat.

In addition to the group hunt, I have been offered the separate opportunity to hunt the indigenous populations of Sitatunga here and big game hunts in the Luangwa valley.



Due to the remote location, we would charter in and out and this cost will be shared. So consider a day's travel on either side of the safari.

10 days hunting @ $450 per hunter per day
Observers @ $250 per day
Family packages on request

Trophy Fees and species available:

Sable $6,500
Eland $4,500
Kudu $2,700
Kafue Lechwe $3,000
L. Hartebeest $1,700
B. Wildebeest $1,200
D. Waterbuck $1,500
Tsessebe $3,000
Reedbuck $1,200
Puku $1,200
Zebra $1,500
Bushbuck $1,000
Bush pig $700
Warthog $800

Group meet & greet, licensing, etc $1,000 to be shared by the group

Dip & pack $1,400 per family/person.

Accommodation outside of the safari approx. $100 per night bed & breakfast.

Arrival and return charter total $9,600 to be shared by the group.

Wow!

Sounds like an incredible opportunity.

If I wasn’t busy I would jump on this!

May be in the future if opportunity offers.

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Originally posted by Saeed:
Wow!

Sounds like an incredible opportunity.

If I wasn’t busy I would jump on this!

May be in the future if opportunity offers.

Thanks Saaed, and I hope you and your family are enjoying the festive season.

This is an unusual one and twins history with hunting. I do my best to offer AR members affordable hunting in different locations in Zambia. The hunt will have a British flavor to it!

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Wow ! Andrew, what a wonderful offer and certain to be an amazing adventure!

Sorely tempted.

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If I wasn't already booked for Zambia after my Zimbabwe hunt I'd consider this.

Wonderful place I hunted there a couple of years ago. The zebra do not have a shadow between the stripes.

My hunt report

Note; I was not trophy hunting. I did not bring back any trophies. IF I saw something I wanted to hunt size did not matter. I just wanted to stalk.

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Originally posted by Charlie64:
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Wow ! Andrew, what a wonderful offer and certain to be an amazing adventure!

Sorely tempted.

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Sable for the wonderful Anja and some fly fishing and wingshooting for you!

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Originally posted by Singleshot03:
Wonderful place I hunted there a couple of years ago. The zebra do not have a shadow between the stripes.

Our Burchells are solid black and white.

Very unique offer Andrew.

Those that are interested should read the book, The Africa House. It gives a good history about the house and Stewart Gore-Browne. As I recall, Gore-Browne was responsible for drawing the borders between Northern Rhodesia and Belgian Congo.

For history buffs, you are very close to the location that von Lettow Vorbeck ceased hostilities after he heard the Armiistice had been signed ending WWI. von Lettow Vorbeck was the last general with a standing army in the war. This could be an interesting day trip for some.

All the best on putting the hunt together.

I am definitely interested, Andrew. Key question is when the group hunt would take place. Would look for Tssessbe and L. Hartebeeste. Any bird hunting possibilities?

Best for the New Year, Tim

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Originally posted by AilsaWheels:
Very unique offer Andrew.

Those that are interested should read the book, The Africa House. It gives a good history about the house and Stewart Gore-Browne. As I recall, Gore-Browne was responsible for drawing the borders between Northern Rhodesia and Belgian Congo.

For history buffs, you are very close to the location that von Lettow Vorbeck ceased hostilities after he heard the Armiistice had been signed ending WWI. von Lettow Vorbeck was the last general with a standing army in the war. This could be an interesting day trip for some.

All the best on putting the hunt together.

+1, the book by Christina Lamb is very good. Would have been a treat to visit Stewart Gore-Browne in the early years of the 20th century when the estate was completed.

Neat hunting opportunity with a fine historical connection.

Hello Andrew,
I have interest in the Tsessebe, PM sent

Miko

WOW, just WOW. Nice offer Andrew

Cheers,
Mark.

Andrew,

Check your PM’s

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Originally posted by Tim Carney:
I am definitely interested, Andrew. Key question is when the group hunt would take place. Would look for Tssessbe and L. Hartebeeste. Any bird hunting possibilities?

Best for the New Year, Tim

Hi Tim,

Once I get the group together we will suggest dates to suit all.

Cheers

Tentatively the Tsessebe and Hartebeest quota has been reserved for Miko and Tim Carney. I would have thought the Sable (5), Lechwe (10), and Eland (3) would have been the more desirable.

When it looks like we have a group then we can discuss dates that suit all. Cheers

I see an estimated return charter fee but no mention of the first charter. Can you clarify?

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Originally posted by Mike_Dettorre:
I see an estimated return charter fee but no mention of the first charter. Can you clarify?

Yes Mike this is a total for the flights. $4,800 each way for a Caravan. The Charter company can be paid by US$ wire if need be.

I can offer my very nice 7x57 if someone needs a rifle. I don't hire guns.

I hunted on one of the group hunts with Andrew in October of 2019. It was brilliant!

Wow!

Wow...what an awesome offer! If it weren't for other obligations in 2022 I would've loved to take one of those brilliant sable off your hands.

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Originally posted by Tim Carney:
I am definitely interested, Andrew. Key question is when the group hunt would take place. Would look for Tssessbe and L. Hartebeeste. Any bird hunting possibilities?

Best for the New Year, Tim

How does mid July suit you?

Janet and I would love to try this AR group hunt. She would enjoy the culture and history. Lechwe and sitatunga would be our preferred game animals as we have not taken either one. Thank you for the offer.

Best, Tom Van Diepen

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Originally posted by twoseventy:
Janet and I would love to try this AR group hunt. She would enjoy the culture and history. Lechwe and sitatunga would be our preferred game animals as we have not taken either one. Thank you for the offer.

Best, Tom Van Diepen

Email sent and it will be good to see you again.

Looks like a fantastic hunt. Will there be other opportunities to hunt this property in the future?

Speaking of history, I heard rumor that there is a steam engine on this property that was used by the British navy to bring their two boats, Mimi and Toutou up to Lake Tanganyika during WWI, as written about in the fantastic book "Mimi and Toutou Go Forth".

Any idea if there is any truth in this?

I had a couple pull out of this opportunity and let me know if you are interested. We are now looking at a more affordable vehicle transfer rather than the charter.

Cheers

a few questions 1. how many PHs 2. RT cost of road transportation 3. are there Landcruisers for transportation around the property during hunting? 4. how many Cruisers? 5. any Buffalos? 6. any crocs?

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Originally posted by jackalhunter:
a few questions 1. how many PHs 2. RT cost of road transportation 3. are there Landcruisers for transportation around the property during hunting? 4. how many Cruisers? 5. any Buffalos? 6. any crocs?

There will be 2 PH's - Charlie Harvey and myself both driving fully equipped hunting cruisers. We are still looking at vehicle transfers. No Buffalo possibly croc.

Thanks, but a few more questions: 1. you mention accomodation outside of the safari of $100, is that before arrival Shiwa Ngandu? 2. Does the $450 daily fee include accomodation at Shiwa Ngandu? 3.Is the property fenced? 4.what gives this a British flavor - lived in Wales for 2 years but never hunted in the UK? 5. Not a question, the lounge and fireplace look very inviting.

I hunted Shiwa Ngunda a couple years ago. This family is interlinked it seems with British history - although Scottish. When I was there there were artifacts from the 11th and 12 the century if I am correct. I remember seeing a rifle and a dented helmet from the Afghan Wars in the 1800's. Some relative was one of the few survivors. I remember them talking (their were relatives there on my visit) about some relative making his fortune in tea. Being a yank of course I said: "It evidently wasn't Boston"

The last 100+ years Charlie's grandfather mapping borders for the empire in Africa. Building this great house in middle of nowhere - a 3 week journey from the nearest rail station; Charlie's grandfathers' influence in formation of Zambia. I think the last shots of World War One in Africa were fired 50 or 80 KM away. I am a mild history buff but it was wonderful! Charlie (blue-blood) although does not act it and his wife Jo are wonderful hosts. He has great stories as well as JO. Suggest reading the Africa House by Christina Lamb. We discussed WWI history in Africa; Colonel/General Vonborbecks grandson visited; a great time. Oh and very enjoyable hunting!


I hope to hunt there again someday. Just thinking of it gets me excited.

Andrew, I hope you don't mind me piping in?

Jim

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Originally posted by jackalhunter:
Thanks, but a few more questions: 1. you mention accomodation outside of the safari of $100, is that before arrival Shiwa Ngandu? 2. Does the $450 daily fee include accomodation at Shiwa Ngandu? 3.Is the property fenced? 4.what gives this a British flavor - lived in Wales for 2 years but never hunted in the UK? 5. Not a question, the lounge and fireplace look very inviting.

The accommodation price is an average and there are some good venues not far from the airport. Absolutely the daily rates include accommodation. There is a partial fence along the communal/farming area. Both Charlie Harvey and I are British and Singleshot03 has answered the rest of your question.

Previous group hunts have been very successful and the participants made many new friends in the AR community. The safari tends to be more leisurely and social. Many of the inquiries have come from repeat clients who have proven to be the most wonderful people to have on safari.

Thank you Singleshot03 and Fairgame. Sounds like your clients will have an enjoyable and low stress safari. Only thing I forgot to enquire about was meals (noon time and dinner cost) and whether drinkable red wine is available with dinner. Regards

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Originally posted by jackalhunter:
Thank you Singleshot03 and Fairgame. Sounds like your clients will have an enjoyable and low stress safari. Only thing I forgot to enquire about was meals (noon time and dinner cost) and whether drinkable red wine is available with dinner. Regards

All inclusive mate. You coming?

We have experienced some cancellations if any others are interested in this unique venture.