Namibia Leopard & Brown Hyena Cancelation Hunt
Booking Season: 2025
Hunt Difficulty: Difficult
Designed by Hunters, for Hunters
Accommodation is provided in a comfortable hunting lodge set amongst the mountains of central Namibia, offering spacious rooms, modern amenities, and spectacular views across the surrounding landscape. After a day in the field, hunters can relax around the bar, enjoy excellent meals, and experience the warm hospitality for which Namibian hunting lodges are renowned.
The hunting area consists of rugged mountains, rocky outcrops, open savanna, and thick bushveld typical of Namibia's Omaruru region. This diverse terrain provides excellent leopard habitat while creating a challenging and rewarding free-range hunting experience across vast, unfenced wilderness areas.
| Fence Type: | Free-range |
| Hunting Ground Size: | 250000 ha |
| Nearest Airport Name: | Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH), Windhoek, Namibia. |
| Nearest Town Name: | Windhoek |
| Transfer From Airport: | Yes |
This 13-day leopard hunting in Namibia safari takes place in the Omaruru region of central Namibia, where more than 500,000 acres of free-range hunting country provide ideal habitat for mature toms. With experienced professional hunters, extensive pre-baiting completed before arrival, and low hunting pressure across the concession, hunters are presented with a genuine opportunity to pursue one of Africa's most respected trophies.
For hunters planning on hunting in Namibia, few destinations combine world-class leopard hunting, straightforward travel, political stability, and excellent infrastructure as successfully as Namibia. The hunt is particularly attractive to hunters traveling from the United States and Canada who want an authentic African safari without sacrificing comfort, safety, or professional support.
What makes this safari particularly unique is that the experience extends beyond the leopard itself. Included in the package are both a Damara Dik-Dik and Klipspringer, two highly sought-after Namibian specialty species that add another dimension to the hunt. Combined with spectacular scenery, comfortable accommodation, and a vast free-range hunting area, this safari offers far more than simply the opportunity to harvest a leopard.
The Omaruru region of central Namibia is renowned for its rugged mountains, rocky outcrops, open savanna, and thick bushveld, creating ideal habitat for both leopard hunts and a wide variety of African antelope species. Located approximately 160 miles from Windhoek, the area offers a true free-range hunting experience across vast tracts of low-pressure hunting country.
What makes this safari particularly appealing is the opportunity to pursue three very different trophies during the same hunt. While the Leopard remains the primary focus, the included Damara Dik-Dik and Klipspringer add a unique Namibian element to the experience. Both species are highly sought-after by collectors and are considered among the country's most desirable specialty antelope.
In addition to the included trophies, hunters may choose to add a variety of plains game hunts during their stay. Popular options include kudu hunts, springbok hunts, Oryx, Blue Wildebeest, Impala, and Cape Eland, allowing hunters to tailor the safari to their individual goals.
The African Outfitter
Nelson has spent more than two decades guiding hunters across Namibia and has built a strong reputation as one of the country's respected dangerous game professional hunters. Specialising in Big Five Hunting, he has guided successful leopard, Cape buffalo, elephant and other dangerous game safaris, combining extensive field knowledge with a deep understanding of Namibia's wildlife, hunting concessions and ethical hunting practices.
Family has always been an important part of Nelson's operation, and observers are warmly welcomed in camp. Whether travelling with a spouse, children or friends, the safari provides an opportunity to share the African hunting lifestyle while enjoying the comfort and hospitality for which Namibian camps are well known.
Although this safari focuses on free-range leopard hunting in central Namibia, Nelson also guides dangerous game hunts in the Zambezi Region, including Cape buffalo, elephant, hippopotamus and Nile crocodile. This broad dangerous game background brings valuable experience, sound judgement and professionalism to every safari he conducts.
Traveling to Namibia
International hunters will arrive at Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH) near Windhoek, Namibia's primary international gateway. On arrival, Nelson will meet the hunting party and transfer guests by road to the Omaruru hunting area, a journey of approximately three hours through Namibia's scenic central highlands.
Many hunters choose to overnight in Windhoek either before or after the safari, providing an opportunity to recover from international travel and experience a little of Namibia's capital city. Windhoek is modern, easy to navigate, and offers a wide selection of hotels, restaurants, shopping facilities, and secure accommodation options for traveling hunters.
For visitors from the United States and Canada, Namibia offers one of Africa's easiest and most enjoyable safari destinations to travel through.
Leopard hunting is often described as a game of patience, preparation, and timing. Unlike many African species, success is rarely determined by the amount of ground covered, but rather by careful planning, extensive pre-baiting, and the ability to remain disciplined when the opportunity finally presents itself.
Prior to arrival, Nelson and his team establish and monitor bait sites across the concession using trail cameras to identify mature toms and track movement patterns. Once a suitable leopard has been located, a temporary blind is constructed and the waiting begins. Hours may pass before a leopard appears, making patience one of the most important qualities a hunter can bring on safari.
Accurate leopard shot placement is critical. Leopards are intelligent, powerful predators and a wounded cat can present a serious danger to both hunters and professional hunters alike. Proper preparation, confidence in your rifle, and the ability to remain calm under pressure all play an important role in a successful hunt.
Namibia does not permit dangerous game hunting with a bow or crossbow, and all trophy leopards harvested on this safari must be fully mature male animals.
While the leopard remains the primary focus of this safari, hunters will also have the opportunity to pursue a Damara Dik-Dik and Klipspringer, two of Namibia's most sought-after specialty antelope. These unique trophies add another dimension to the hunt and provide an opportunity to experience a wider range of plains game hunts during the safari.
The Damara Dik-Dik is one of Africa's most desirable Tiny Ten species and is endemic to parts of Namibia, making it a prized addition to many trophy collections. The Klipspringer presents a completely different challenge, inhabiting rocky hillsides and mountain terrain where its agility, keen eyesight, and sure-footed nature make it a memorable trophy to pursue.
Together, these species help make this safari far more than a traditional leopard hunt, offering hunters the chance to experience some of Namibia's most unique and specialized game animals.
Accommodation is provided in a comfortable hunting lodge set amongst the mountains of central Namibia. Guests can expect spacious rooms, modern amenities, Wi-Fi, excellent meals, and traditional Namibian hospitality, creating the perfect place to relax after a day spent in the field.
The lodge features an inviting bar area, spectacular views across the surrounding landscape, and all the comforts required for an enjoyable African safari experience
Leopard hunting in Namibia is typically conducted from February through November, with conditions becoming progressively drier as the season advances. Cooler temperatures and reduced vegetation during the winter months often make long days in the field more comfortable, while leopard hunting can be productive throughout the legal hunting season.
Namibia has one of Africa's most straightforward firearm import procedures for visiting hunters. Hunters bringing their own rifle can obtain a temporary firearm import permit on arrival at Hosea Kutako International Airport by presenting proof of ownership together with the required safari documentation supplied by the outfitter.
Those who prefer not to travel with a firearm may make use of rifle rental options available through the safari operator.
Lightweight clothing in neutral colors such as khaki, olive, and brown is recommended, along with a comfortable pair of well-worn hunting boots. Temperatures can vary considerably between early mornings and afternoons, so a warm jacket for cooler starts is advisable.
The hunting lodge provides daily laundry service, allowing hunters to pack lighter than they might expect for a two-week safari.
Many hunters choose to extend their stay in Namibia before or after the safari, and for good reason. Few African countries combine world-class hunting, spectacular scenery, excellent infrastructure, and easy travel quite as successfully as Namibia.
Popular destinations include Etosha National Park, the towering dunes of Sossusvlei, the Skeleton Coast, Damaraland, and the coastal towns of Swakopmund and Walvis Bay. For many first-time visitors, spending a few extra days exploring Namibia's landscapes, wildlife, and culture becomes just as memorable as the hunt itself.
Some African safaris focus on a single trophy. Others offer the opportunity to pursue several truly unique species during one carefully planned adventure. This safari belongs firmly in the second category, combining one of Namibia's finest free-range leopard hunts with the chance to add two of the country's most sought-after specialty antelope, the Damara dik-dik and the elusive klipspringer.
Set across more than 500,000 acres of free-range hunting country, every day presents a different challenge, from patiently waiting over leopard bait to carefully stalking rocky hillsides in search of Namibia's smallest and most distinctive plains game. It is a safari that rewards patience, careful planning and good shooting while showcasing the remarkable diversity of Namibia's hunting landscapes.
For hunters comparing Hunting Trips across Africa, few safaris combine dangerous game, specialty plains game and genuine free-range hunting as naturally as this one. Whether your goal is an exceptional leopard or a collection of uniquely Namibian trophies, this safari delivers the opportunity to experience one of Africa's most respected hunting destinations at its very best.
Please note that terms, conditions and price are subject to change without notice and rates at the time of the hunt will apply
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