Your hosts

Mabel and Johan Kotze

In 2003 we started KHS. We have managed this land for over 3 generations and to offer our guests superior hunts and exceptional world-class trophies. We limit our group size to six persons at a time. This ensures that our guests are well catered to and experience an intimate hunting safari adventure on the 375,000 acres of pristine wilderness. 

At Kalahari Hunting Safaris, we strive to exceed your every expectation; whether it be the hunting, accommodations, Mabel's exquisite European and African flavour meals, the equipment, friendly helpful staff and the assistance necessary to make your trip to Namibia, Africa, hassle free. To meet this standard, we believe it can only be accomplished by continuing what we set out to do from the very start. We are devoted to listening to all our clients' requests and making their needs our priorities. By doing just that, we have enjoyed a high rate of returning guests. 

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Our Professional Hunting Guides & Owners

Hendrik Kotze - Professional Hunter

At times it is true to say that "the apple does not fall too far from the tree." Well, that is just the case with Hendrik. He has been hunting the Kalahari desert and other parts of Africa throughout his childhood years. Now, in his mid-twenties, he is considered a veteran of the sport and has the amazing ability to put hunters on record-size trophies. He is always eager to help and strives to provide you with an adventure of a lifetime.

Johan Strauss - Land Owner 

Johan Strauss, has been hunting the Karas Mountains since day one. His expertise in guiding through the steep and awe-inspiring canyons will amaze you, but the astonishing aspect of hunting this country is Johan's ability to spot the well camouflaged "Gray Ghost of Africa" (Greater Kudu). Mr. Strauss has repeatedly given many hunters the opportunity to hunt a world-class kudu and after many years he has never failed to provide a thrilling hunting experience. 
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Deon van Wyk - Co-Owner and Professional Hunter

Deon with hunter Stu Merchant from Craig, Alaska

Deon has been providing professional hunting guide services with KHS since 2003. Prior to sharing his wealth of knowledge and experience with KHS, Deon's early childhood started with hunting for food as an early part of life. As all hunters know, it is hard to eat the horns when you are looking for a great game meal. Deon also worked for other outfitters prior to joining KHS full-time and in the last 10 years he has put clients on some phenomenal trophies. One thing you should know about Deon is that you can always count on a good humorous joke. 
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Jean and Sophia van Rooyen - Co-Owner and Professional Guide

Jean and Sophia van Rooyen Owner and Co-owner 
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The Khomas Hochland farm is owned and managed by Jean and Sophia van Rooyen. Jean is a full-time diagnostic radiologist and Sophia is a general medical practitioner. Their son, Basson van Rooyen, is a chartered accountant. Despite a busy work schedule, the trio is able to manage and provide superior hunting and game viewing safaris at their Khomas Hochland farm.  

At this location, you will have the opportunity to hunt eland, waterbuck, kudu, warthog, and other species. As well as, having delightful evenings or early-mornings to take advantage of the magnificent photography opportunities at a waterhole in front of the lodge. 

Staff and Their Families