DULCE VIDA RANCH
BLESBOK HUNTS
Step into the world of exotic game hunting at Dulce Vida Ranch, where the striking Blesbok awaits your challenge. Originally from the plains of southern Africa, these magnificent antelopes now roam our Texas landscape, offering you a unique African hunting experience without leaving the States.
Trophy Fees:
- $11,000
Blesbok Hunts: Africa's Jewel in the Heart of Texas
Why Hunt the Blesbok?
- Distinctive Trophy: With their unique prong-like horns and striking white facial blaze, Blesboks make for an eye-catching addition to any trophy room. Their horns, resembling wishbones, are a conversation starter in themselves.
- Challenging Hunt: Don’t let their stocky build fool you. Blesboks are remarkably agile and quick to react, providing a thrilling and demanding hunt that will test your skills and patience.
- Herd Behavior: Hunting Blesboks offers the exciting challenge of approaching and selecting your target from a herd, requiring strategy and careful stalking.
- Exotic Experience: Enjoy the thrill of African game hunting right here in Texas. The Blesbok offers a taste of the African savanna without the need for international travel.
- Quality Meat: Blesbok venison is known for its rich, flavorful taste, offering a delicious reward after a successful hunt.
The Dulce Vida Ranch Advantage
Our ranch provides the perfect setting for your Blesbok hunt:
- Ideal Habitat: Our carefully managed property mimics the Blesbok’s natural flat, open habitat, allowing these animals to thrive and exhibit natural behaviors.
- Expert Guides: Our seasoned guides understand Blesbok behavior and will help you strategize for a successful hunt, whether you’re after a trophy male or a challenging herd stalk.
- Flexible Hunting Methods: We accommodate various hunting styles, from spot-and-stalk to blind hunting, ensuring you can pursue your Blesbok in your preferred manner.
- Luxury Experience: After an exhilarating day of hunting, unwind in our premium lodgings and savor gourmet meals prepared by our private chef.
Blesbok: A Unique African Transplant
- Size: Medium-sized antelope, with adults weighing between 130-180 pounds.
- Horns: Both males and females carry distinctive prong-like horns. Male horns typically measure 14-20 inches, while female horns are slightly shorter at 11-15 inches.
- Coloration: Reddish-brown coat with a striking white facial blaze. Some individuals also display white on their underbelly, legs, and rump.
- Behavior: Blesboks are most active during early morning hours. They typically travel in small herds or family groups, adding an extra layer of challenge to the hunt.
- Adaptability: Originally from southern Africa, Blesboks have adapted remarkably well to the Texas landscape, thriving in our similar open, flat terrains.
What You Get
All-Inclusive Hunting Package
You may hunt using any method you prefer, including Spot and Stalk, Bow Hunting, Rifle Hunting, Pistol Hunting, Safari Style, or from a Blind. Our Packages Include:
3 days / 2 Nights Hunting Package: $1,650 + Trophy Fee
2 days / 1 Night Hunting Package: $950 + Trophy Fee
• Additional Nights of Lodging additional nights $600
• Non-Hunting Guests $450 / night
• Chef prepared meals
• All-Inclusive Beverages
• One-on-one Guide Service*
• Ranch Transportation to and from the field
• Trophy Care (field dressing, caping, quartering of meat, and storage in our onsite refrigerated cooler)
• Transportation for your Trophy to the Ranch’s local Taxidermist and/or to local meat processor. (Hunter makes all other arrangements with Taxidermist and meat processor.)
• Game Room, Trophy Bass and Crappie Fishing and other activities as time allows.
*Hunters are encouraged to tip the guides 10-15%. Bowhunters are encouraged to tip guides 20%.
What you Should Bring for Blesbok Hunting in Texas
Since Dulce Vida Ranch provides all you need for lodging, transportation, and food, you only have to worry about bringing the following:
- Appropriate clothing (please check weather conditions beforehand)
- Any personal items
- Meat transportation if you wish to take the meat home with you
- Your hunting rifle or bow of choice. Stone Creek Ranch also provides hunting rifles if you prefer.
Ready to book your Blesbok Hunt?
Call us at (956) 929-1116 to learn more about our individual and corporate Blesbok hunts.