Hunt Recommendations

28 January 2018, 05:22

Hi All, I'm looking for recommendations for a hunt in southern Africa. I only do DIY hunting here in NZ and also a few DIY / hunt swaps in north America and this is the type of hunting I enjoy. Hunts that are challenging, and often end without a kill, is what I most happy doing.

I have been researching hunting Africa hunt not really happy to go on a standard safari. Realise I need a guide but is it possible to find a challenge hunt that is also 'authentic', fair chase and wont break the bank. I'm really looking for a true African experience. I'm fit and want to work for an animal. It’s the adventure I'm after so relaxed about the animal hunted. I only have about $US5000 budget too and would like to spend about 5 - 10 days hunting. I’ll be in Botswana for a family holiday and plan to travel a hunt destination.

In Summary, I’m looking for:
• A true African adventure.
• Anywhere in southern Africa – Kenya / Gabon south
• Dates – July
• Duration – 5 to 10 days
• Animal hunted – Just one (or two) is fine and relaxed about the species.

Any recommendations?

28 January 2018, 08:56

Ridgeman

Mountain Zebra, on foot, Erongo Mountains, Namibia. Great challenge.

28 January 2018, 09:06

Texas Blue Devil

quote:
Originally posted by Ridgeman:
Mountain Zebra, on foot, Erongo Mountains, Namibia. Great challenge.

And you may get a shot at Kudu or Klipspringer.

28 January 2018, 10:37

anotherkiwi

Thanks for the suggestion. Sounds like a good option, I’ll do some research. If any one has has done a trip like this recently or an outfitter they could recommend it would be great to hear from you.

28 January 2018, 21:26

Jefffive

quote:
Originally posted by anotherkiwi:
Hi All, I'm looking for recommendations for a hunt in southern Africa. I only do DIY hunting here in NZ and also a few DIY / hunt swaps in north America and this is the type of hunting I enjoy. Hunts that are challenging, and often end without a kill, is what I most happy doing.

I have been researching hunting Africa hunt not really happy to go on a standard safari. Realise I need a guide but is it possible to find a challenge hunt that is also 'authentic', fair chase and wont break the bank. I'm really looking for a true African experience. I'm fit and want to work for an animal. It’s the adventure I'm after so relaxed about the animal hunted. I only have about $US5000 budget too and would like to spend about 5 - 10 days hunting. I’ll be in Botswana for a family holiday and plan to travel a hunt destination.

In Summary, I’m looking for:
• A true African adventure.
• Anywhere in southern Africa – Kenya / Gabon south
• Dates – July
• Duration – 5 to 10 days
• Animal hunted – Just one (or two) is fine and relaxed about the species.

Any recommendations?

Give it a couple days, I'll bet one or more of the outfitters who hang out here can put something together for you, maybe a young hotshot PH getting experience.

29 January 2018, 00:23

30.06king

I might be worth asking this outfitter in Namibia if a hunt could be tailored to your preferences. He does some basic and backpack hunts. I haven't hunted with John, only met and spoken to him but I thought he was a good, no BS guy.
Namibia is a great place to hunt. I'm sure you would enjoy it.

http://prohuntingnamibia.com/

29 January 2018, 03:10

anotherkiwi

Thanks 30.06king, they do look good and I’ll make contact.

29 January 2018, 10:30

fairgame

I have a mate in Botswana who can probably help you out? Although the farms are now fenced much of the Kudu and Eland are free range. It is DG country and Elephant and Lion are frequent visitors.

If this is of interest then PM me and I will send you his details.

30 January 2018, 13:42

Svinejakt

quote:
Originally posted by Texas Blue Devil:
quote:
Originally posted by Ridgeman:
Mountain Zebra, on foot, Erongo Mountains, Namibia. Great challenge.

And you may get a shot at Kudu or Klipspringer.

Erongo lodge
I have looked at this outfitter many times. Seems at great value and some on this forum have written positive reports

good luck with your quest

30 January 2018, 22:30

Ridgeman

quote:
Originally posted by Svinejakt:
quote:
Originally posted by Texas Blue Devil:
quote:
Originally posted by Ridgeman:
Mountain Zebra, on foot, Erongo Mountains, Namibia. Great challenge.

And you may get a shot at Kudu or Klipspringer.

Erongo lodge
I have looked at this outfitter many times. Seems at great value and some on this forum have written positive reports

good luck with your quest

I’ve hunted with Peter and his Dad a couple of times and can thoroughly recommend them. Best value African hunts I’ve been fortunate to experience.

31 January 2018, 00:02

Svinejakt

quote:
Originally posted by Ridgeman:
quote:
Originally posted by Svinejakt:
quote:
Originally posted by Texas Blue Devil:
quote:
Originally posted by Ridgeman:
Mountain Zebra, on foot, Erongo Mountains, Namibia. Great challenge.

And you may get a shot at Kudu or Klipspringer.

Erongo lodge
I have looked at this outfitter many times. Seems at great value and some on this forum have written positive reports

good luck with your quest

I’ve hunted with Peter and his Dad a couple of times and can thoroughly recommend them. Best value African hunts I’ve been fortunate to experience.

Probably your report I read

Seems like amazing value for money in a beautiful area no doubt!!