Monster Lion Taken in Tanzania

29 August 2009, 08:27

Adam Clements

We just took this exceptional big manned Lion on the last safari which the client took on the 2nd day. Brian van Blerk was the PH and pulled off another successful safari in Lolkisale. Even though we are having an extreme drought this year, Brian has gone 100% on cats for his last 3 safaris taking 3 lions and 3 leopards. Other companies in Masailand are struggling to find a Wildebeest according to reports I see. Client ended up taking 18 trophies in 15 days and left early. Extra tough hunting this year for sure, but we are still producing our standard quality. we just have to work around the extra Masai and cattle this year.

Here are several pictures of different angles. This lion looks to be 10+ years old. You won't get much better than this for a free range lion!

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29 August 2009, 08:32

Bill/Oregon

That's a magnificent cat. Love to see a full report. It is nice to know they are still out there.

29 August 2009, 08:33

jdollar

looks like Leo missed his appointment with the hair stylist. obviously this guy hasn't been blow dried. congratulations to all for a truly magnificent FREE RANGE trophy.

29 August 2009, 08:43

Sevens

That is an awesome lion and on day 2!

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29 August 2009, 09:08

BrettAKSCI

Wow Adam! Just when I'm thinking Rungwa you make me think Tarangire!!! What a lion!!!!!!!!

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29 August 2009, 09:14

Sevenxbjt

What an amazing cat! 3 for 3 on lion and leopard? Wow!

29 August 2009, 09:43

Adam Clements

Bill - I would love for the client to do a full report, but he is not an AR member. I will how ever ask him to write a full report and get permission from him to post it if possible.

Brett, ah right when you think you might have things figured you get a curve ball. Keep in mind this type of lion is exceptional and does not happen with every client. Rungwa is a great place as well for good quality lion IF you go to the right areas. Just like every else, there are great areas and there are crap areas, so it is just a matter of going to the right block and you should have a great hunt. of course you know to call me though to help you make the right choice though

29 August 2009, 09:45

BigFiveJack

An excellent looking beast! Very good work to all who made it happen.
To the client I say congratulations! A worthy kill for sure.

29 August 2009, 10:23

Ahmed Sultan

Now that is a real trophy lion, Adam thank you for posting.

29 August 2009, 10:25

Use Enough Gun

Fantastic lion!~ I hope that Retreever has some good luck on his.

29 August 2009, 13:16

ozhunter

Another superb Lion..

Why the extra Masai and their cattle this year?

29 August 2009, 13:30

shakari

Mzuri sana kabisa!

Congratulations to all concerned!

29 August 2009, 13:33

BrettAKSCI

quote:
Originally posted by ozhunter:
Why the extra Masai and their cattle this year?

Bad drout. Lots of Masai with cattle have come out of Kenia into Tanzania looking for pastures and water. I guess the park and near park areas have more water and are being inindated.

Brett

29 August 2009, 13:34

jeff h

Thats a lion dreams are made off
Congrats to ph and hunter

29 August 2009, 15:48

A.Dahlgren

Brian told me on FB that he had taken a nice one, but this is OUSTANDING..

29 August 2009, 17:29

Aaron Neilson

Adam - Very nice lion!!!!

29 August 2009, 17:32

OldHandgunHunter

That cat is a once in a lifetime trophy to be sure!

29 August 2009, 19:56

mboga biga bwana

quote:
Other companies in Masailand are struggling to find a Wildebeest according to reports I see

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29 August 2009, 20:34

bwanamrm

Wow what a lion, congratulations to the lucky hunter!

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29 August 2009, 20:55

Aspen Hill Adventures

Beautiful lion, congratulations!

29 August 2009, 21:02

larryshores

Damn nice lion!

The drought comments don't surprise me. It seems that some of these places have all the animals move in drought conditions. It makes for really difficult hunting.

30 August 2009, 08:44

zhaba

Fantastic lion Adam

That is a number one trophy in my eye's for sure,congratulation you,the client and the guide

30 August 2009, 13:21

mboga biga bwana

VERY NICE CAT !!!

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31 August 2009, 16:23

daleW

excellent lion!

31 August 2009, 19:51

MHC_TX

Very nice....they don't get any better than that.

Thank goodness for hunters and Safari Trackers anti-poaching program to maintain the resource.