Botswana Hunting Safari, Trophy Buffalo in NG4 & 5 Bushmanland
Booking Season: 2026
Hunt Difficulty: Difficult
Designed by Hunters, for Hunters
The hunting concession consists of rugged hills, rocky terrain, dry riverbeds, and semi-arid bushveld characteristic of Damaraland. Vast open spaces and low hunting pressure create an authentic free-range hunting environment.
| Fence Type: | Free-range |
| Hunting Ground Size: | 140000 ha |
| Nearest Airport Name: | Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH), Windhoek, Namibia |
| Transfer From Airport: | Yes |
For hunters seeking a professionally managed leopard hunting in Namibia experience, this 14-day safari combines exceptional hunting country, extensive preparation, and one of Africa's most respected outfitting teams. Conducted across 140,000 acres of free-range hunting terrain east of Etosha National Park, the safari offers hunters a genuine opportunity to pursue a mature free-range leopard in a well-managed hunting environment.
Hunters planning on hunting in Namibia, few destinations combine excellent infrastructure, political stability, straightforward travel, and world-class leopard hunting as successfully as Namibia. The hunt is particularly attractive to hunters traveling from the United States and Canada who want an authentic African safari supported by experienced professional hunters and proven operational standards.
What makes this safari particularly unique is the outfitting team behind it. Jaco is a Craig Boddington-endorsed outfitter, a former Dallas Safari Club Outfitter of the Year recipient, and the recipient of the Safari Club International Outstanding International Hunter Award. Combined with decades of dangerous game experience and hunting operations spanning multiple African countries, hunters can book this safari with confidence knowing they are working with one of Africa's most established hunting teams.
This safari takes place in Namibia's Damaraland region, east of Etosha National Park, where 140,000 acres of free-range hunting country provide ideal habitat for mature leopard. Characterized by rugged terrain, semi-arid bushveld, rocky hills, and vast open spaces, the area offers hunters a classic Namibian hunting experience in one of Southern Africa's most distinctive landscapes.
Extensive pre-baiting is conducted before the hunter arrives, allowing the professional hunting team to identify active bait sites and monitor leopard movement throughout the concession. Combined with low hunting pressure and experienced leopard specialists, this approach helps maximize opportunities while maintaining ethical and sustainable hunting practices.
Adding further confidence to the safari is the team behind it. Jaco's operation has earned international recognition within the hunting industry and continues to attract hunters from around the world seeking professionally managed dangerous game safaris.
This safari is structured as a fully guided leopard hunting package and includes luxury tented accommodation, all meals and beverages, airport transfers, professional hunting services, daily laundry, hunting licences, trophy preparation, and the Leopard trophy fee.
Leopard hunting in Damaraland can be conducted throughout Namibia's hunting season, which typically runs from February through November. As the season progresses and conditions become drier, water sources become more predictable and visibility often improves, helping professional hunters monitor bait sites and leopard activity more effectively.
Many hunters prefer the cooler months between May and September, when daytime temperatures are more comfortable and long hours spent checking baits or sitting in blinds become far more enjoyable. Regardless of the month selected, Damaraland's vast landscapes and healthy leopard population continue to provide excellent hunting opportunities throughout the season.
Leopard hunting is a pursuit that rewards patience, preparation, and attention to detail. Before arriving in camp, hunters should ensure they are comfortable with their chosen rifle, have quality optics, and spend time studying proper leopard shot placement to maximize the chances of a clean and ethical harvest.
As with all dangerous game hunting, success often comes down to remaining disciplined, listening carefully to your professional hunter, and being prepared when the opportunity finally presents itself.
International hunters will arrive at Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH) near Windhoek, Namibia's primary international gateway. Depending on flight schedules, many hunters choose to overnight in Windhoek before transferring to the hunting area, providing an opportunity to relax after the long journey and experience a little of Namibia before the safari begins.
Windhoek is modern, safe, easy to navigate, and offers excellent restaurants, accommodation, shopping facilities, and secure rifle storage options. For many hunters from the United States and Canada, Namibia is one of Africa's easiest hunting destinations to travel through.
This safari includes trophy preparation and delivery to a local export-approved taxidermist. Commonly referred to as "Dip & Pack," this process prepares the trophy for legal export by ensuring all veterinary and international shipping requirements are met before transport to your chosen taxidermist or destination country.
The process helps protect the trophy during shipment and forms an important part of exporting African hunting trophies internationally.
Namibia remains one of the most hunter-friendly destinations in Africa when it comes to traveling with firearms. Hunters bringing their own rifle can obtain a temporary firearm import permit on arrival by presenting proof of ownership together with the required safari documentation supplied by the outfitter.
Many international hunters prefer to travel with their own trusted rifle, while quality rental rifles are also available for those wishing to avoid airline firearm logistics altogether.
Leopard hunting in Damaraland begins long before the hunter arrives in camp. Jaco's team spends considerable time identifying active leopard areas, establishing bait sites, and monitoring activity across the concession. This preparation allows the hunting team to focus their efforts on mature toms rather than simply searching for leopard once the safari begins.
Each day is guided by fresh information gathered from bait sites, tracks, and trail camera activity. Once a suitable leopard is regularly visiting a bait, a blind is positioned and the waiting game begins. Leopard hunting often rewards patience more than anything else, with success frequently depending on remaining focused and ready when a brief opportunity presents itself.
When the moment arrives, accurate leopard shot placement becomes critical. A mature leopard is one of Africa's most respected predators and a clean, ethical shot is essential for both hunter safety and a successful outcome.
Many first-time African hunters hear the term "Dip & Pack" without fully understanding what it means. Following the successful harvest of a trophy leopard, the skin, skull, and other trophy components must undergo a specialized preparation process before they can be legally exported to your home country.
Dip & Pack is the industry term used to describe this export preparation process. The trophy is professionally cleaned, treated, dried, and prepared in accordance with veterinary and international shipping requirements before being transferred to an approved taxidermist or export agent. This ensures the trophy is preserved correctly and can be shipped safely and legally.
For hunters traveling from the United States, Canada, Europe, and other international destinations, Dip & Pack forms an important part of the trophy export process and helps ensure your leopard arrives home in excellent condition.
Hunting Lodge in Namibia
Accommodation is provided in luxury safari tents that combine the atmosphere of a traditional African safari with modern comforts. Guests enjoy private bathrooms, Wi-Fi, daily laundry service, electricity, comfortable furnishings, and access to a swimming pool, creating the perfect place to relax after a day in the field.
This family-owned operation has welcomed hunters to Namibia for three generations and is renowned for its warm hospitality and attention to detail. Surrounded by wildlife and spectacular scenery, the camp offers an authentic safari experience without sacrificing comfort.
Many hunters choose to extend their stay in Namibia before or after the hunt, 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, Spitzkoppe, Damaraland, and the coastal towns of Swakopmund and Walvis Bay. Whether your interests include wildlife viewing, photography, desert landscapes, or simply experiencing more of Africa, Namibia offers countless opportunities to complement your hunting safari.
For first-time visitors, a few extra days exploring Namibia becomes just as memorable as the hunt itself.
This safari is ideally suited to hunters seeking a professionally managed leopard hunt with one of Africa's most respected outfitting teams. Combining 140,000 acres of free-range hunting country, extensive pre-baiting, luxury tented accommodation, and internationally recognized hunting expertise, the safari offers a genuine opportunity to pursue a mature Namibian leopard under experienced guidance.
For hunters looking for an authentic African hunting experience supported by an award-winning outfitter, exceptional hunting country, and proven leopard hunting methods, this Damaraland safari deserves serious consideration.
For availability, preferred hunting dates, or additional information regarding this leopard hunting safari in Damaraland, please contact the team at Game Hunting Safaris.
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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