If I were to hunt primarily for Kudu, I'd definitely go during the rut. Of my 4 safaris, 2 occured during the kudu rut in May and they were much more prevalent, especially big bulls. I've seen big bulls do some dumb things during that period, just as our elk and deer do here when they have love on their minds.
Of course, if I were going for reasons beyond kudu hunting, then other considerations would come into mind. I don't think there is a wrong time to hunt Africa, but the primary species has a lot to do with when you might want to schedule your trip if that one special species is really important above all others.
Peter Kriel has given some good comments about kudu cape quality during August, but I'll throw out something to think about for a different species. I'd think that Eland have particularly good capes in late winter, especially with regard to their ruff. Peter, would that be correct?
Last edited by DLS; 03/17/12.
