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Leopard hunting in Tanzania….just the thought of targeting this dangerous, elusive and cunning African cat sends shivers down the spines of many hunters worldwide. And not without reason, since this member of the Dangerous 7 and Africa’s Big 5 is famous for being the most dangerous animal worldwide to target on an African hunt. It’s reputation precedes it, but so does the lure of hunting Africa’s most dangerous trophy and it remains a popular species to target. The leopard (Panthera pardus) is a nocturnal predator that enjoys a variety of habitats, as well as prey. It is shy, extremely dangerous and a difficult trophy to harvest. It is extremely alert, with exceptional eyesight and excellent hearing, which not only assists in its hunting but also ensures that it doesn’t become the hunted! Leopard hunting in Tanzania is extremely popular and hunts are available throughout the country. Popular hunting locations for this stunning spotted predator do include Masailand, as well as the Selous Game Reserve, home to one of the country’s largest leopard populations. Leopards are classified as “vulnerable” according to the International Union for Conservation of Nature and a CITES permit is required for this African hunt. Dangerous game, and therefore leopards, may not be hunted with a bow.
Rungwa River Tanzania
Hunting Categories:African Cats , Dangerous Game
Species:Leopard , Lion
Hunt Preferences:Family Friendly
Booking Season:2025
Destinations:Tanzania
Languages Spoken:English
Hunting Methods:Baiting , Hunting from a Blind , Rifle hunting
Hunt Difficult:Difficult , Extreme , Moderate
Dar es Salaam, Kinondoni, Dar es Salam, Tanzania
Hunting Categories:Dangerous Game
Species:Bohor Reedbuck , Cape buffalo , Johnston's Wildebeest , Leopard , Lichtenburg Hartebeest , Livingston Eland , Sharpe's Grysbok , Suni , Topi , Waterbuck (Defassa)
Hunt Preferences:Family Friendly , Gun Rental
Hunters and PH/Guides On Hunt:1 x Hunter 1 x Professional Hunter
Booking Season:2025
Destinations:Tanzania
Languages Spoken:Afrikaans , English
Hunting Methods:Black Powder Hunting , Hunting from a Blind , Rifle hunting , Walk & Stalk
Hunt Difficult:Difficult
Tanzania
Hunting Categories:African Cats , Dangerous Game
Species:Leopard , Lion
Hunt Preferences:Accessible Hunts (Disability Friendly) , Family Friendly , Gun Rental
Hunters and PH/Guides On Hunt:1 x Hunter 1 x Professional Hunter
Booking Season:2025/2026
Destinations:Tanzania
Languages Spoken:English
Hunting Methods:Baiting , Rifle hunting , Walk & Stalk
Hunt Difficult:Difficult
Tanzania
Hunting Categories:African Cats , Dangerous Game
Species:Elephant , Leopard , Lion
Hunt Preferences:Family Friendly , Gun Rental
Hunters and PH/Guides On Hunt:1 x Hunter 1 x Professional Hunter
Booking Season:2025/2026
Destinations:Tanzania
Languages Spoken:English
Hunting Methods:Baiting , Hunting from a Blind , Rifle hunting , Walk & Stalk
Hunt Difficult:Difficult
Nyerere National Park Tanzania
Hunting Categories:African Cats , Dangerous Game
Species:Black-backed Jackal , Bohor Reedbuck , Bushbuck , Bushpig , Johnston's Wildebeest , Kudu (greater) , Leopard , Lichtenburg Hartebeest , Livingston Eland , Red Duiker , Sable , Serval , Spotted Hyena , Warthog , Waterbuck (Defassa) , Zebra
Hunt Preferences:Family Friendly
Booking Season:2024/25
Destinations:Tanzania
Languages Spoken:English
Hunting Methods:Baiting , Hunting from a Blind , Rifle hunting
Tanzania
Hunting Categories:African Cats , Dangerous Game
Species:Cape buffalo , Leopard , Lion
Hunt Preferences:Family Friendly , Gun Rental
Hunters and PH/Guides On Hunt:1x Hunter 1 x PH/Guide
Booking Season:2025
Destinations:Tanzania
Languages Spoken:English
Hunting Methods:Baiting , Hunting from a Blind , Rifle hunting , Walk & Stalk
Hunt Difficult:Difficult
Tanzania
Hunting Categories:African Cats , African Plains Game , Dangerous Game , Exotic Plains Game , Large Antelope , Medium Antelope , Small Antelope
Species:Cape buffalo , Coke's Hartbeest , Gazelle - Grant's , Kudu (greater) , Kudu (lesser) , Leopard , Lichtenburg Hartebeest , Puku , Roberts Gazelle , Suni
Hunt Preferences:Family Friendly , Gun Rental
Hunters and PH/Guides On Hunt:1x Hunter 1 x PH/Guide
Booking Season:2025/2026
Destinations:Tanzania
Languages Spoken:English
Hunting Methods:Baiting , Black Powder Hunting , Rifle hunting , Walk & Stalk
Hunt Difficult:Difficult
Tanzania
Hunting Categories:African Cats , Dangerous Game
Species:Leopard
Hunt Preferences:Family Friendly , Gun Rental
Hunters and PH/Guides On Hunt:1x Hunter 1 x PH/Guide
Booking Season:2025
Destinations:Tanzania
Languages Spoken:Afrikaans , English
Hunting Methods:Baiting , Black Powder Hunting , Hunting from a Blind , Rifle hunting , Walk & Stalk
Hunt Difficult:Difficult
Tanzania
Hunting Categories:African Cats , African Plains Game , Dangerous Game , Exotic Plains Game , Large Antelope
Species:African Crocodile , Cape buffalo , Coke's Hartbeest , Elephant , Gazelle - Grant's , Hippo , Leopard , Lichtenburg Hartebeest , Lion , Puku
Hunt Preferences:Family Friendly
Hunters and PH/Guides On Hunt:x1 Hunter x1 Dangerous Game PH
Booking Season:2025/2026
Destinations:Tanzania
Languages Spoken:English
Hunting Methods:Black Powder Hunting , Rifle hunting , Walk & Stalk
Hunt Difficult:Difficult
Leopard hunting methods utilised in Tanzania would be the baiting method, where the leopards are lured using bait that is hung in a tree. The bait is hung just low enough to entice the leopard, but high enough that scavengers cannot get to it. The bait will be hung in areas an adult tom is known to inhabit, in the hopes of luring him for the hunter to target. Activity at the baiting area is then monitored via a trail cam and if the leopard is visiting the area, a temporary blind is erected. Hunters then sit in wait for this dangerous African cat, willing it to appear to claim their dangerous game hunting trophy. A wounded leopard is no joke, so make that first shot count. Be sure to adequately prepare for the hunt and ensure that you are familiar with a leopard’s anatomy for better shot placement.
Keep the following in mind when leopard hunting in Tanzania: When targeting this elusive African cat, keep in mind that the leopard will be shot while under or next to a bait, while in a sitting position and not in the classic broadside position. If the leopard is reaching up to the bait, their body position will also change. A leopard is not an ungulate, meaning that the heart and lungs sit further back. A leopard generally has a soft body and is highly susceptible to hydrostatic shock. Don’t even consider a headshot, as the game hunting trophy will be totally ruined. Shot placement is critical, and the hunter is advised to study the leopard's anatomy, as angles and body position can again play a vital role.
What Caliber Rifle is used when Hunting Leopard in Tanzania?
Hunting leopards in Tanzania requires a minimum caliber of .375 with a 300-grain bullet. An expanding bullet tip is recommended, and the rifle should be fitted with an excellent-quality tactical scope. Ensure that you are properly and adequately prepared for your leopard hunting safari. This African cat is extremely dangerous, and you will need your A-game and wits about you when harvesting this sought-after dangerous game trophy.
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