Hunting areas in Namibia
Where to hunt in Namibia? All hunting regions at a glance
Namibia has many different hunting regions. Each one offers its own experience, its own game species and its own landscape. From the Khomas Highland with its varied terrain and rich game to the green Caprivi Strip, Namibia offers a wide range of hunting. These are the typical hunting regions:
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The green north with the Big Five
North-East hunting region: Caprivi Strip (Kavango/Zambezi)
The Caprivi Strip is a narrow strip of land that stretches east from Namibia towards Botswana. The landscape is very different from the rest of the country: floodplain forests and savanna with a wide variety of wildlife such as hippo, leopard and buffalo. Well-known rivers such as the Kavango and the Kwando, and the Zambezi on its border, flow through the region. That makes it popular not only with hunters but also with anglers. The Caprivi is classic big game country. The climate is tropical, with heavy seasonal rains.
North-West hunting region
Kunene
Rugged magic in northern Namibia
The Kunene Region lies in the north-west of Namibia. It covers a vast area from the Skeleton Coast on the South Atlantic to the Kunene River and the Angolan border, and – along the Namib Desert on the coast – large parts of Kaokoland and Damaraland. The Giraffe Mountains, Hartmann Mountains, Joubert Mountains, Onjuwa Plain, Otjihipa Mountains and Steep Rand Mountains all lie in Kunene. The region is home to antelope, zebra and warthog, as well as the rare desert-adapted elephants and lions. The climate is moderate, with cool winters and hot summers.
Waterberg, Otjiwarongo & Okahandja
Otjozondjupa hunting region
The Waterberg in the heart of the Otjozondjupa Region is a large plateau at around 2,000 m (6,500 ft). Its slopes and valleys hold many different landscapes: red sandstone formations, savanna, woodland and mountain streams. The plateau rises abruptly from the surrounding plains, and there are springs and surface water. Around the Waterberg, farms have joined together to form the Waterberg Conservancy. The neighbouring districts of Okahandja and Otjiwarongo also hold a lot of game, including kudu, eland, oryx, hartebeest and warthog.
Selected hunting farms in the Otjozondjupa Region
Omambonde-Tal
The Düvel family
- Large free-range eland herds
- Pool and riding horses
- Ideal for two couples
Game: Kudu, Oryx, Eland, Hartebeest, Warthog, Steenbok, Duiker, Dik-Dik, Baboon, Jackal
Khomas Highland hunting region
Hunting near Windhoek
The Khomas Highland is a beautiful region in the heart of Namibia. Its rolling hills and untouched bush make a perfect setting for a day of hunting. The area is only a short drive from the capital Windhoek and its international airport, so it is easy to reach. The region is home to many species, including antelope, zebra and warthog. The climate is moderate, with cool winters and hot summers. In the south-east, the highland turns into the edge of the Kalahari: red sand, dunes and open grassland. These farms are officially part of the Khomas Region too.
Selected hunting farms in the Khomas Region
On the edge of the Kalahari: Garib and Onverwacht lie in the south-east of the region, where the highland turns into the Kalahari. Red sand, dunes and open grassland shape the hunt. Officially, both farms belong to the Khomas Region.
Petersfarm
Axel Cramer
- Guided by former NAPHA president Axel Cramer
- Farm and concession hunting
- Apartment or bush camp
Game: Kudu, Oryx, Eland, Hartebeest, Springbok, Warthog, Mountain Zebra, Steenbok, Duiker, Waterbuck (not native, free-ranging remnant population)
Onduno
The Garbade family
- Very comfortable farmhouse, outstanding food
- Pool and riding horses
- Up to 12 guests, max. 6 hunters
Game: Kudu, Oryx, Eland, Hartebeest, Springbok, Warthog, Mountain Zebra, Blue Wildebeest, Steenbok, Duiker, Klipspringer, Giraffe, Leopard, Hyena, Baboon, Jackal
Haris
The Garbade family
- Free-standing chalets with panoramic views
- Horseback safaris, activities for companions
- Only 1 hr from the airport
Game: Kudu, Oryx, Eland, Hartebeest, Springbok, Warthog, Mountain Zebra, Steenbok, Duiker, Giraffe, Waterbuck (not native, free-ranging remnant population), Leopard, Hyena, Baboon, Jackal
Krumneck
The Wilckens family
- Excellent for eland and kudu
- Stylish guesthouse with pool
- Ideal for groups of up to 12
Game: Kudu, Oryx, Eland, Hartebeest, Springbok, Warthog, Mountain Zebra, Impala, Steenbok, Duiker, Klipspringer, Giraffe, Waterbuck (not native, free-ranging remnant population), Leopard, Hyena, Baboon, Jackal
Onverwacht
The Lühl family
- Large oryx and springbok herds
- Cozy, rustic guest farm
- Max. 4 guests
Game: Kudu, Oryx, Hartebeest, Springbok, Warthog, Steenbok, Duiker
Impressive granite landscapes and desert country
Erongo hunting region (Damaraland)
Damaraland lies in the north-west of Namibia and stretches across both the Erongo and the Kunene Regions. The remote landscape is rugged and stunning. The mostly communal farmland is known for its rocky outcrops and wide red-gold deserts. The region is famous for its raw beauty and its free-roaming desert elephants, lions and black rhinos (none of them are hunted!).
The climate is hot and dry, which makes hunting here a real challenge. Despite the harsh conditions, Damaraland holds a wide range of game such as oryx, kudu and springbok. Summer temperatures can reach 45 °C (113 °F). Winters are cold, and nights often drop below freezing.
Selected hunting farms in the Erongo Region
Omaheke hunting region
The red Kalahari, savanna and thick bush
Omaheke lies in the central east of the country and is part of the Kalahari. The flat landscape is mostly dense savanna and bush, the so-called Kalahari sandveld (a semi-desert), with beautiful acacia trees. It is the least populated region and is mainly used for cattle farming. Summer temperatures often reach 39 °C (102 °F), and winter nights can bring frost. In Omaheke you will find kudu, springbok, warthog, eland and oryx.
From the Atlantic to the Kalahari
Hardap Region
Hardap lies south of the Khomas Region. It borders the South Atlantic in the west and Botswana in the east. Because it stretches across the whole width of the country, its landscapes are very diverse.
The further east you go in Hardap, the drier it gets, until the beautiful red Kalahari begins. Summer days can reach 36 °C (97 °F), and nights cool down to around 6 °C (43 °F). The east, the Kalahari, is especially exciting for hunting and for its scenery. Springbok, mountain zebra, oryx and ostrich live here.
Karas hunting region
Quiver trees and endless space in southern Namibia
The Karas Region lies in the south of Namibia. It is known for rugged mountains and wide desert plains. Game species include oryx and springbok. The hot, dry climate makes hunting here a challenge. The Karas Region also borders the Namib, considered the oldest desert in the world. Summer temperatures can reach 45 °C (113 °F). Winters are cold, and nights often drop below freezing.
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