Elephant Hunts

When to Hunt Elephant?

Elephant hunts are best conducted during the dry season. Elephants need plenty of water and, as such, drink regularly. Besides water, an adult Elephant requires more than 300 pounds of vegetation daily, which means that large distances need to be covered by the Elephants each day.

With the Elephant continually on the move, this allows hunters a better chance of cutting fresh tracks. In areas where vegetation is abundant, such as reeds in the Zambezi of Namibia, Elephant populations are high, and there is no specific “best” Elephant hunting season; there are just so many Elephants.

Countries such as Namibia, South Africa, and Mozambique hunt for most of the year, but destinations such as Tanzania, Zambia, Cameroon, and the Republic of Congo have shorter elephant hunting seasons.

Why go Elephant Hunting?

Out of all the African hunts, hunting a trophy Elephant is probably the toughest. Traditionally, hunting an Elephant involves cutting fresh tracks, then setting out on foot, aiming to catch up to the Elephant and get a glimpse of the ivory, which is the goal.

In many instances, the ivory may turn out to be sub-standard, worn down, or broken, which can be gut-wrenching after having walked long distances in hot, dusty, and dry conditions.

The challenge on an Elephant hunt is to overcome the Elephant's keen sense of smell and hearing by continually monitoring the wind direction. Elephant hunts can be humbling and will test your abilities to the maximum. The element of danger is an attraction, where the hunter may become the hunted. There is nothing quite like facing an Elephant bull head-on at 20 yards.

Safari Inclusions on an Elephant Hunt

A standard Elephant hunting safari will include the basic service offerings such as accommodation, meals, drinks, professional hunter, camp staff, trackers, on-territory transport, and field preparation of the Elephant trophy.

Exclusions and optional extras when booking an Elephant hunt in Africa:

• Transfers from your arrival point into the country, to the hunting concession and return (road or private air charter)
• The Elephant trophy fee is often shown separately as it is refundable if the Elephant hunt is not successful
• Dip and pack of the trophy
• Taxidermy and international shipping options
• In certain countries, a park ranger's daily hunting fee is payable
• Be aware that in some instances, trophy fees are quoted per pound. Size matters!

Tips when Elephant Hunting

• Know and understand all Elephant hunting regulations and how the system works regarding hunting permits
• Understand and acknowledge the debates around conservation claims
• Study Elephant behavior and shot placement
• Prioritize safety and be sure to listen to your professional hunter
• Wear comfortable boots (take two pairs)
• Ensure that you are physically and mentally prepared for the Elephant hunt
• Use the largest calibre rifle you can comfortably handle and shoot accurately
• Always practise safely.

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