Hunt Blackbuck in Texas

2024 / 2025 

1X1 ONLY $4,500

3 Day Hunt for Blackbuck in Texas

HUNT INCLUDES:

• 3 Full Hunting Days in Texas
• Blackbuck Trophy Fee
• R/T Road Transfer from San Antonio International Airport
• Field Preparation of Trophies
• Trophy Transportation to Local Taxidermist
• Cell and Internet Service in Camp

EXTRAS:

• Dip and Pack
• Texas Hunting License
• Crating and Shipping of Trophies
• First Day/Last Day Lodging
• Taxidermy 
• Alcoholic Beverages
• Airfare to and from San Antonio
• Gratuities

The observer rate is $250/day

Rifle Rental is $150 plus ammo

Blackbuck hunting can be one of the most exciting safaris in all of Texas. Located just a convenient 2-hour drive from the San Antonio International Airport, this outfitter includes everything you need to bag a giant trophy! The comfortable lodge has good food and comfortable beds and is perfect for a short hunting stay. With some of the most experienced guides in Texas at your side, you will be sure to enjoy your time here and go home with an incredible animal!

About the Blackbuck:

The Blackbuck, also called the Indian Antelope, is an animal native to India and Nepal. It was introduced to Texas in the early 1900s where it has flourished in the Hill Country ever since. They are diurnal and active throughout the majority of the day but do tend to become a little less active around the hottest parts of the day. Males are characterized by their two-tone colorations: white underbelly and inside of the legs, with a striking dark brown to black color on the outside of their legs, upper neck, and back. Males also have long horns that can spiral up to four times. Males weigh up to 125 pounds, while females are lighter at 60 pounds on average. Females do not have the same dark colors as males and instead sport a light brown coat, and are usually hornless. You can expect your Blackbuck to have horns between 18” - 22” (high fence and free-range). Guaranteed 22”+ blackbucks are available upon special request. Inquire for more details about these as this outfitter has limited availability. 

Blackbuck Hunting Area and Terrain:

This outfitter has multiple different hunting locations for Blackbuck, all of which are exclusively used by them for hunting. Each is within a 10-minute to 1-hour drive from the main lodge. These areas all consist of a similar type of rocky, hilly terrain. You can expect some foliage cover of cedar brush and cacti, with lots of open areas. These open areas make for great clear shots, and you can expect the average shot to be between 150 and 200 yards because of this open environment. These areas are up to 6,000 acres. They are all high-fenced. There are also free-range options available, please inquire about these specialty alternatives if needed. 

Blackbuck Hunting Seasons in Texas:

Blackbuck is horned and not antlered animals, so they never shed their horns at any point throughout the year. Because of this, they are able to be hunted year-round with good quality potential trophies. However, males molt in spring, in which their coats become noticeably lighter in color. The outfitter recommends coming anytime between January and May for the best chance at bagging the darkest trophy possible. 

About the Outfitter:

This outfitter uses hunting grounds that are exclusive to him and is able to ensure that only the highest quality animals are hunted on them. He has over 20 years in the hunting industry and is one of the top outfitters in Texas! He boasts an extremely high success rate for all his hunts, and is dedicated to ensuring this hunt becomes a lifelong memory for you and that you have the best experience possible while hunting with him and his team! If, in the highly unlikely circumstance you do not get your primary animal. you have the option to come back and hunt at $250/day until you are successful.

Blackbuck Hunting Lodge and Accommodations:

The lodge you will be staying at is not on location for any of the Blackbuck locations. It is a 2-star lodge that has seven other private bedrooms and one private master bedroom and bathroom suite. The bathrooms are not en-suite for the seven other rooms. The accommodations have a rustic Western feel and are comfortable, with good beds and hearty food served. 

The communal room of the lodge consists of a bar, pool table, seating area, and other amenities to pass the time during the heat of the day. In the communal room, you will find the bar, pool table, and other amenities to pass the time during the heat of the day. The lodge has full cell phone service and WiFi as well if you plan to work or otherwise stay connected to the outside world during your stay. 

A Typical Day Hunting Blackbuck:

These hunts run from noon on the day of your arrival until noon on the day of your departure, with two full hunting days in between. This makes up 3 full days of hunting.

Day 1      Arrive at noon - Hunt p.m.

Day 2-3   Full Hunting Days

Day 4      Hunt a.m. - Depart noon

Depending on the time of year, and other various factors. These hunts can be conducted in a multitude of ways. Blind hunting, safari style, or spot and stalk. The specific method in which the hunt will happen will not be determined until the week or potentially the day of your hunt. With that being said, the following is a general hunt description, any in-depth questions or preferences can be discussed at the time of booking. 

You’ll arrive at the lodge in the afternoon on the first day, where you can get settled in and get your things put away in your room. Once you get squared away, you will be taken to a local store to purchase a Texas hunting license if you did not already get one beforehand. After this, you can head to the range and ensure your rifle is still zeroed after your travel. If everything checks out, it's time to start hunting! You and your guide will depart from the lodge to the game ranch utilized at mid-afternoon.

Once it begins to get dark, you’ll head out of the game ranch and back to the main lodge. Dinner will be served upon arrival, where you and your guide can discuss the next day’s plans and strategy. After dinner, you’ll have a few hours to yourself where you can hang out, work, or catch up back home before getting to bed. 

The next morning, you can expect to wake up early morning and grab a coffee, muffin, or another small breakfast snack to eat before heading out on the morning hunt. You’ll leave the lodge and get to the game ranches just as the sun is coming up. The morning hunting will stop when it begins to get hot, or you and your guide decide to let the ranch rest for the middle of the day when the animals would usually be laid up resting.  You and your guide will head back to the lodge and have brunch. Then the afternoon is yours to do with as you please before you get back out midafternoon again, to begin the evening hunt! 

Other Available Animals:

This outfitter has many other unique species on the ranches he utilizes. Check the price sheet below to see the list of animals and the seasons they are available. 

Trophy Care and Shipping:

As soon as pictures are taken of you with your animal, it will be field-dressed and loaded into the truck. From there, it will go back to the main lodge for skinning. If your animal is staying with the local taxidermist that the outfitter uses, it will be tagged and skinned accordingly. If the animal is going to be mounted by a taxidermist of your choosing, the cape and horns will be brought to the Wildlife Gallery in Ingram for processing before being sent to your taxidermist.

Rental Rifle:

This outfitter offers three rental rifle calibers for you to choose from: The first is a 22-250 Remington, the second is a .300 Winchester Magnum, and the third is a .270 Weatherby Magnum.

• 22-250 Remington
• 300 Winchester Magnum
• 270 Weatherby

Getting There:

If you are flying, you will fly into San Antonio International Airport. From there, you’ll be picked up by the outfitter and driven directly to the lodge to begin hunting that afternoon. It is a 2-hour drive from the airport to the main lodge.

If you are driving, you will drive to Junction, Texas. 

Deposit and Payment Policy:

A 50% deposit of $2,250 is due to book this Blackbuck hunt. The full balance must be paid at the time of arrival at the lodge. This outfitter accepts credit/debit cards, checks, and cash.

Cancellation Policy:

Deposits are non-refundable. Dates can be transferable at the outfitter's discretion, and only to a different person with the prior approval of the outfitter. Upon any rescheduling, a $150 fee is to be paid directly to the booking agent.

EXCLUSIONS: Airfare, taxidermy, dip and pack, Texas hunting license, alcohol, shipping of trophies, insurance, and gratuities.