Engonyameni is situated in one of the most beautiful areas in South Africa, the Eastern Transvaal (Mpumalanga).  The Lowveld lures the hunter to unique hunting adventures.  Besides hunting safaris, Engonyameni also offers photographic safaris and cultural and battlefield tours.

Being in the industry for 25 years, your hosts Danie and Karin van Graan have literally hunted everywhere!  They are very educationally orientated, and combine this with a wonderful and exciting experience for their guests.

With their excellent service, personal touch and interest in each visitor, they have built lasting relationships with interesting people, such us the well-known Jeff Cooper and his family.  Most guests return often and as per their experience, "at Engonyameni your stay here will last a lifetime...".  (Read more about Clients' comments).

Jeff and Janelle Cooper have been hunting with Engonyameni Safaris since the early 90's.  A few extracts from his letters to Danie and Karin: "It is said by Plato that perfection exists only in the mind of God, so we must have passed these ten days in Heaven.  From hear on every direction must be downhill.  But the memories will last forever". Aug 1992

"Now that the smoke has cleared away, we are doing our best to reconstruct our memories of the marvellous time we spent with you last August.  I stand astonished at the efficiency with which you handled a very complex effort.  With so many people trying so many different things at the same time, only a master organizer could have brought it off.  Our hat is off to you!"  Sep 1992 And his LAST correspondence before sadly passing away: "Having no future now to look forward to, I look back upon my memories with the utmost pleasure.  Some of the finest experiences of my life and of my family have been enjoyed at Engonyameni, and for this I have you to thank.  That 80th birthday celebration that you put on, complete with leopard skin, certainly one for the book! I doubt if we will meet again, but regardless of that possibility, we extend our heartiest thanks and good wishes for a productive future. Stout heart and good cheer, as always!"  24 May 2005 By Jeff Cooper

Nature has painted a scene of contrasts - apart from the vast areas of small hills and Acacia trees, mountains, waterfalls and natural forests are combined to create a magnificent place where our guests and the hunter feels the rhythm of Africa around him.

As the habitat boasts such a variety, many different animal species are to be found here and quality trophies are in abundance.  Through care and conservation, Engonyameni is securing their existence for the future.

Hunting species which are not indigenous to this area is done throughout the Country, which gives the hunter a chance to see South Africa.  (Click here to view Photo Gallery!)
 

Conducting a trophy hunt with Engonyameni Safaris is a lifetime experience for any dedicated hunter.

Danie has a natural ability to educate visitors.  He teaches more about:

• the various species, habitats and judging of trophies
• the different tribes, their cultures and how to communicate with them
• the art of shooting, tactical hunting and tracking

"A professional hunter is first and foremost a people person who uses his skills and knowledge of the wilderness in such a way that others may benefit from him.  He is the catalyst who enables the client to obtain his trophy in such a manner which is enjoyable and fulfilling and within the physical prowess of the hunter. 

When you share danger, joy, appetite and hunger, sunrise and sunset,... then you know one another.  Friendships are born of this knowledge which would not have been possible other than in the wild."
                           Don Lindsay

Hunting is conducted primarily on Engonyameni concessions which consists of private land, owned by our family and other owners, which cover an area of approximately 20 000 acres.  However, hunting is conducted throughout the country, as well as in other African countries, depending on the habitat of the trophies.

More about Accommodation:
On top of a hill, overlooking a beautiful valley, Danie and Karin have created a new luxurious Lodge with great ambiance.  The rooms are all en-suite, with an African touch and view of animals at the waterhole.  Engonyameni Lodge is ideally situated as a base for visiting the Kruger National Park, Swaziland and Mozambique.

Danie is part of the local Swazi tribe. He grew up in the Swaziland area and have close relations with the Swazi people.