Bvekenya Safaris - Professional Hunting Safaris in Zimbabwe and Tanzania with Pete Barnard and His Team.

We only use the very best in hunting vehicles and equipment. All our vehicles are new and fully rigged out to make your hunt as comfortable as possible. Our Professional hunters are seasoned men with many years of experience behind them and all thrive on success and making your hunt as enjoyable an experience as possible.

Pete Barnard

Born in 1973, Pete was raised on a tobacco farm in Zimbabwe. He is fluent in English, Shona, Afrikaans and Swahili. Pete is very athletic and his hobbies include: spearfishing; mountain climbing; squash and cricket. Qualifying as a professional hunter in 1994, he is set to follow in his legendary relative's footsteps - Ivory Hunter, Bvekenya Barnard.
SCI Master Measurer.
Winner of best antelope in Zimbabwe 2001
Winner of best buffalo in Zimbabwe 2003

Thierry Labat

Thierry was born 19 February 1979. He attended Hartpury College in Gloucestershire, England, studying Conservation Wildlife and Habitat Management. He is proficient in English, French and Shona. Thierry has been a Professional hunter since 2000.

Mitch Bunce

Mitch Bunce, a professional hunter is the third member of the team. He was born in Zimbabwe in 1966, and has been a hunter since 1987. Mitch brings a wealth of experience and dedication to clients' safaris, ensuring great shooting and a memorable event.

MEET THE TEAM - TRACKERS

Manager

A fine man, having been in the big game business for years. Although still only a young man, he is a very valuable member of the team. He is also one of our drivers and an excellent skinner.

Paul

Paul, Misheck's brother is the newest member of our team. He replaces Misheck and has some big boots to fill.

Misheck

Misheck was tragically killed in April 2008 by a buffalo in his village when he was home on leave. He was an excellent tracker and skinner with years of experience. He was a good friend & will be dearly missed.