Blaauwkrantz
Safaris in Uitenhage

Blaauwkrantz Safaris is the premier hunting destination in South Africa, 45 minutes drive from Port Elizabeth in the malaria free, based on 80 000 acres, Eastern Cape.

Blaauwkrantz Safaris is a world-class trophy hunting outfitter, founded in 1978, it is owned and operated by us, the Arthur Rudman Family. Operating from our magnificent and vast, single-unit 98 000 acre family ranch, the largest of its kind in South Africa. We offer hunters, couples, hunting families, safari groups and the trophy collector, a high standard of trophy quality, exceptional hunting experience, family hospitality along with passionate, experienced and enthusiastic staff, personal service and delicious cuisine. Specializing in the Eastern Cape species, we offer over 44 species for your African hunt. Non-hunters are welcome to join the hunting safari party while on their African hunt or there are plenty of non-hunter activities in the area. Our hunting lodge is the perfect place to relax and unwind. Blaauwkrantz ranch has been in the Rudman family since With 25 species to hunt and an estimated 20 000 antelope on our property, we have access to millions of acres, game is in abundance and real African hunting at its best. We employ 50 staff members to efficiently run Blaauwkrantz Safaris & Ranch to provide our clients with excellent service and trophies. Arthur was born and raised here, he is the CEO of Blaauwkrantz Safaris and sees to the business end of the outfitting business and fills in as professional hunter when needed. Besides being a keen wildlife conservationist, he is passionate about livestock, the Angora goat in particular and property development. Trinette and Arthur were married in 1970 and shortly after that were one of the pioneers in game ranching in the Eastern Cape. Trinette is our hostess at the lodge and and oversees all the delicious meals served. Eldest son, Eardley, is a professional hunter,and was born in Eardley studied Agriculture at the University of Stellenbosch before returning to the family ranch. Eardley is an official SCI Measurer and his interests are wildlife, hunting (especially bushpig hunting), fishing and cricket. Younger son, Francois is a professional hunter and was born in Francois is also an official SCI Measurer and his interests are hunting, fishing and cricket. Cris is from Mexico, she is a graphic designer and is fluent in Spanish. Daughter, Zani, takes care of the administration and marketing and was born in She married Philip Dixie in 2001 and they have 3 children, Jane, Jack and Oliver. He owns, our mountain lodge, Springvale in the Adelaide area and is forté are the mountain species. He is a passionate farmer, conservationist and avid golfer.