Bow hunting recommendations in Namibia?

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13 April 2016, 07:52

Fjold

Bow hunting recommendations in Namibia?

I have a friend who want to hunt plains game in Namibia with a bow, for his first African hunt.

Are there any weapon permit requirements for hunting bows and arrows?

Can anyone recommend some good (bow friendly) outfitters in the highlands?

Frank

"I don't know what there is about buffalo that frightens me so.....He looks like he hates you personally. He looks like you owe him money."
- Robert Ruark, Horn of the Hunter, 1953

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13 April 2016, 15:59

Thunder Head

Its been a long time since I did any research regarding bowhunting Africa. My info would be outdated.

You might want to post this in the bow section.

Also the "Bowsite" forum has a big active Africa section. Your friend should be able to find out all he needs to know right there.

I have walked in the foot prints of the elephant, listened to lion roar and met the buffalo on his turf. I shall never be the same.

13 April 2016, 19:27

drwes

Several of us here make yearly trips with our bows to Namibia,,, Makalaan Farms, it is one of my favorites. Max 4 bow hunters at a time, great animals low fees, great accommodations, and wonderful food. Several of my buddies will be there in less than 90 days, it will be 2017 before I can get back over.

13 April 2016, 20:59

V. Fulton

Allan Cilliers or Ben van Wyk would be my recommendation.

14 April 2016, 04:56

Fjold

Thanks guys, I'll pass along the information.

I found Makalaan Safaris and Cilliers hunting safaris but the only Van Wyk safari company is a Steven, not Ben.

14 April 2016, 06:04

405wcf

Roger Coomber specializes in bowhunting:

http://vieranasbowhunt.com/

405wcf

14 April 2016, 08:10

lavaca

Been a long time since I bowhunted in Namibia. I went in 2004 and 2007, both times with Allan Cilliers Bow Hunting Safaris. In 2004, I hunted with Allan and met his sons, Wayne and Steven. In 2007, Allan was hunting in the Caprivi and Wayne had taken over the bowhunting. I had a great time and got to know the Cilliers family well. Jackie (Allan's wife) runs a tight ship.

The bushmen trackers are amazing. Nine to 12 years is an eternity in Africa, but it was a very good place to hunt then, and the Cilliers are great folks.

14 April 2016, 08:14

lavaca

Back in 2007, no issues with a bringing in a bow and arrows, except that my customs inspector wanted an arrow on the way out -- no problem. Haven't kept up with regs there. I'd use someone like Steve Turner at Travel with Guns.

14 April 2016, 08:59

Fjold

Thanks gentlemen.

14 April 2016, 11:03

JCHB

Another +1 for Roger Coomber. I have not hunted with him but I have heard only good reports. He is a bowhunting specialist and a member of good standing on this fine forum!!!

JCHB