guiding you towards your dream african hunt

The story of TIA FIVE is the story of Andy Buchanan, a man whose life has been inextricably linked to the African wilderness since childhood. Raised on a farm in rural Zimbabwe, Andy’s earliest lessons were learned tracking small game, a pursuit instilled with strict ethical principles by his father: always consume what you hunt, and ensure every shot is a humane, swift kill. This rigorous education—combined with mastering traditional hunting methods alongside local African friends—forged an expertise that is both rare and respected.

"My father taught me how to read animal tracks, to always consume what you hunt, and to only take a shot on an animal when you are certain you can take its life in a humane manner."

The Hunter, The Conservationist

Today, Andy channels this lifelong dedication into a dual mission for TIA FIVE.

First, he guides clients on exceptional, ethical hunting safaris across Africa, specializing in free-range, wild hunting.
Second, through his films and podcasts, Andy aims to educate the uneducated about the benefits of sustainable, ethical hunting in Africa.

Sustainable Hunting: Our Core Mission

At the heart of TIA FIVE is the conviction that sustainable hunting is the most effective tool for African conservation. The funds generated by our safaris provide a vital economic value to local communities. This ensures that the people who live alongside dangerous game are incentivized to tolerate and protect that wildlife, preventing the alternative: habitat destruction for agriculture.
Through his popular TV and YouTube series, “This is Africa,” Andy shares this essential message, proving that the hunter is often the most dedicated guardian of the wild.

When you hunt with TIA FIVE, you are not just booking a safari; you are becoming a direct partner in a proven conservation model, honoring Andy Buchanan’s lifelong calling: to “protect nature of this planet.”