Zimbabwe Dangerous & Plains Game Destination

This Africa outfitter has access to some of the best concessions in the country, spanning 864,000 acres in the Northwestern region of Zimbabwe. This is one of the world’s finest dangerous game hunting safari destinations. The hunting areas consists of 8,000 square kilometers of forest land and supports a prolific and diverse number of plants, birds and animal species. Species to hunt include: Lion, Leopard, Buffalo and large numbers of plains game such as: sable, blue wildebeest, zebra, impala, kudu and eland to mention but a few.

The untamed wilderness of this unique country makes Zimbabwe still one of Africa’s top hunting destinations. Formerly known as Rhodesia, Zimbabwe is a 150,820 sq. mile land-locked country between the Zambezi and Limpopo rivers. It hosts not only breath-taking savannah and woodlands but also large bodies of water such as Lake Kariba and the famous Victoria Waterfalls. Their trophy hunting season is all year round, but with the best hunting days during the dry, sunny, winter months (May to September). Average temperatures range then between 7°C and 20°C (45°F and 70°F) in comparison to summers that can be hot and humid (25°C to 38°C / 75°F to 100°F). Most hunting takes place in three different types of areas namely governmental hunting areas, tribal hunting areas and private hunting areas. Most of these territories are unfenced and open. Tsholotsho South is known for its majestic elephant bulls while Lake Kariba is home to excellent trophy crocodiles and hippos. When it comes to wing shooting, several species of duck, geese, partridge, guinea fowl, pigeon, dove and quail are available for hunting.

This outfitter has two different camps in Zimbabwe. This profile is outlining their Northwestern camp. Their Northwestern area is one that shares an open border with the Hwange National park. The concession was established by the Forestry Commission of Zimbabwe to generate revenue for conservation programs in the country’s indigenous forest areas through recreational hunting as well as photographic safaris.

The permanent colonial-style camp has four thatched units sleeping two guests either twin or double. You can see these in the photo gallery. It has furthermore en-suite bathrooms and an open communal lounge and dining area. Although simple, the camp offers great comfort and delicious local cuisine. The closest ports of entry to the hunting area are Bulawayo International Airport (BUQ) and Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA).

Firearms, Archery, and Ammunition: There is no limit to the number of firearms that may be imported into Zimbabwe for trophy hunting purposes, however a hunter is limited to 100 rounds of ammunition per rifle imported. Handguns and black powder rifles are allowed but no automatic, semi-automatic or military category firearms.

A .375 or bigger and a medium caliber 7mm – 300HxH range are suggested as generally suitable for most hunts. Should a hunter wish not to bring his/her own rifle on the safari, there are camp rifles and ammunition available for their use at an additional cost.

Bowhunting in Zimbabwe may only take place on alienated (private) land or communal (tribal) land. Bowhunting is illegal in Zimbabwe on National Parks Safari or Government Controlled Areas and no crossbows, recurve or longbows are allowed in the country.

Permits and Licenses: Each hunter requires a hunting permit from the Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management Authority. Permits must be issued prior to the hunt commencing and the outfitter will obtain this on the client’s behalf. An additional special permit is required for the large cats including leopard, cheetah and lion, elephants, crocodiles etc.

NOTE: Their Southern camp is their Trophy Elephant Safari area and is outlined in more detail on their other profile that can be accessed at the bottom of this page.

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