Botswana Elephant Hunts

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Information on the hunting area and Botswana

Lion hunting is once again available in Botswana. Starting in 2005 we were able to offer a very limited number of trophy lion safaris in both the Chobe and Kalahari regions. These safaris produced some of the finest Lion quality of all of Africa last season and will continue to do so into the future.

One of the lions taken in the Kalahari region was recently selected as the "Big 6" trophy of the year by the prestigious African Professional Hunters Association. As baiting for Lion is not allowed in Botswana these safaris are done entirely by tracking. It is possible to combine Lion with Elephant, Buffalo and Leopard for a true “Big 4” safari. These Lion permits will book out far in advance so early planning is required. Lion/plainsgame safaris will be a minimum of 18 days duration.

For the 2008 seasons we can now exclusively offer safaris for Trophy Elephant and Buffalo in Chobe CH1 & CH2 areas. These areas are commonly referred to as the Chobe "Enclave". These areas offer hunters the most realistic chances for Elephant above 60lbs of Ivory per side in Africa today. Several of the top 20 Lions in the SCI record book were taken in these specific areas including the current # 1. Buffalo quality and quantity is also excellent.

Hunters arrive and depart Botswana through Maun or Kasane respectively depending on the safari. We have prime time slots in all areas for our clients. All elephant safaris will be a minimum 12 day duration safari. Additional Plains game species are available on request in all areas based in quota availability.

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12 Day Botswana Elephant Hunt
USD 65,000 – this includes the trophy & licence fee on the Elephant
Observers:	USD 350 per day each
Areas:
	CH1&2 – Chobe Enclave
	CH8 - Pandamatenga

"Base Safari Rates" INCLUDE
1.	Services of a fully licensed professional hunters and use of specially equipped safari vehicles for the duration of your safari.
2.	Accommodations, all meals and beverages in fully equipped and staffed “First Class” tented safari camps for the full duration of the safari.
3.	100% of ALL government conservation fees, area concession fees and safari license fees, firearm import permit/ammo duties for one firearm.
4.	Coordination of safari travel, “meet and greet” upon arrival and assistance with customs and immigration formalities.
5.	Botswana Government VAT, Royalty Fees, Training Levies and Bed Night Tax.
6.	MedJet coverage for all licensed safari hunters – also available for observers at additional costs.
"Base Safari Rates" DO NOT INCLUDE
1.	License fees on all animals to be hunted. Trophy fees on all animals taken or wounded.
2.	Dip/pack/crate costs on all trophies.
3.	Additional firearm permits are at a cost of $200 per firearm.
4.	Cost of any air charters as utilized.
5.	Gratuities for camp staff/professional hunters.
6.	Costs of any hotel accommodations/personal expenses as incurred.
7.	Observer fees @ $350/day per observer.

These fees which are “not included” in the Base Safari Rates are paid at the conclusion of the safari based on actual costs incurred by CASH OR TRAVELERS CHECKS ONLY.

Botswana 2008 Trophy Pricing

KALAHARI/THOLO CONSERVANCY
Check Your Priorities Below
Species	Trophy Fee	High	Medium	Low	No Interest
Gemsbuck	$1,650
Blue Wildebeest	$810
Black Wildebeest**	$1,870
Red Cape Hartebeest	$1,175
Steenbuck	$350
Zebra	$1,175
Giraffe**	$4,250
Kudu	$1,600
Springbuck	$550
Duiker	$300
Jackal	$200
Eland	$2,450
Ostrich	$725
Warthog	$425
Waterbuck**	$1,975
Blesbuck	$625

Please note:

Lion Hunting in Botswana has been closed AGAIN by government until further notice