The Kirstens
A legacy rooted in the land.
Family operated since 1996, with knowledge, integrity and passion shared across generations.
Our guiding words
“With honour we track. With wisdom we hunt.”
At WOW Africa, we are dedicated to the preservation and protection of Southern Africa’s iconic wildlife through ethical, selective hunting practices.
As a family-operated business, we believe that responsible stewardship of nature goes hand-in-hand with conservation—ensuring that future generations can experience the wonder of the wild.
Family operated · Since 1996
At the heart of WOW Africa
Izak & Linky Kirsten
Founder and lead professional hunter Izak Kirsten has been at the forefront of sustainable hunting since 1996. With three decades of hands-on experience, he embodies a deep respect for the land, the animals and the traditions that guide ethical hunting.
At the heart of it all is Izak’s wife—the true glue that holds everything together. Her quiet leadership and unwavering support keep the family grounded and the business running smoothly. They make WOW Africa more than a hunting outfitter; they make it a home.
Together, Izak and Linky bring unmatched knowledge, integrity and passion to every hunt. In 2026, WOW Africa celebrates 30 years as a trusted name in sustainable hunting across Southern Africa.
The next generation
Four daughters. A future taking shape.
Izak’s four daughters have each embraced the family tradition, becoming skilled hunters themselves. Raised in the bushveld, they learned from a young age the values of ethical hunting, conservation and self-reliance.
Their journey is just beginning—and they are set to carry the Kirsten legacy into the future, hunting responsibly across Africa and the world.
Responsible stewardship
Protecting what makes this place extraordinary.
For the Kirstens, ethical selective hunting and conservation are inseparable. The responsibility is to care for the land and its wildlife so the experience of the wild can endure for generations to come.
Our hunting approachThirty years of experience. One enduring promise.