Shikra Safaris was established in 1998 by Kotie Herholdt. He's worked in many National Parks and Game Reserves such as the Kgalagadi Transfortier National Park, Addo Elephant National Park; Bontebok National Park and Hans Merensky Nature Reserve as a game ranger. Later in his career he was the assistant Director for Law Enforcement and Problem Animal Control for the Mpumalanga Parks Board. During this time, he obtained a Master’s Degree in Wildlife Management and has published over 60 scientific papers and short notes on wildlife related matters, especially on birds.

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Shikra Safaris has since developed into a thriving hunting business, providing clients from around the world. Apart from hunting the Big 5 and plains game, Kotie is also an expert on the hunting of specialist animals such as the small carnivores, of which he has a large clientele all over the world. They also accommodate for bowhunters, and provide wingshootng and freshwater fishing experiences.

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Operating on over 10 concessions and private conservation blocks across Limpopo, KwaZulu Natal, Northern cape and beyond, their conservation efforts have been a significant factor in maintaining and expanding wildlife populations across their areas of operations. They continue to preserve ecologically and culturally significant megafauna species through sustainable use, benefiting the community.