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Rifles and Ammunition
Magnificent 60" Kudu Bull
The caliber you are using is of great importance, but also a
personal matter.
It is very important that you are comfortable and familiar with
your rifle!
- No pistols, revolvers, automatic or semi-automatic weapons may be imported
into Namibia.
- July 2004, South Africa had introduced a new weapons importation
regulation, stating that no weapons may be shipped, directly to their end
destination.
- Please also note that ammunition may not be transported in your rifle
case, as you may be in transit through other countries it is important to note
that some laws require ammunition to be transported in a lockable metal
container (this is not a requirement in Namibia).
- Importation of 80 rounds of ammunition per rifle is allowed.
- A document of ownership, stating the serial number of the firearms is also
required, this document can be obtained at your local police station.
- The Namibian Authority do not place any restriction on the temporary
importation of hunting rifles, shotguns or bows.
- Should you prefer to travel without weapons, we have quality rifles and
shotguns in camp for hire.
- A good pair of 8 x 4 binocular is a necessity. While most shots are taken
from within a 110 yards, they can range from fairly close in thicker bush to
relatively long distances up to 250 yards on open plains, so a good variable
scope is suggested, you may also consider bringing a monopod or bipod.
- Temporary importation permits are issued by the
Police at the port of entry.
- To print a copy of the permit that you can complete before your arrival,
go to the
Namibia Professional Hunters Association website.
Fine Cape Buffalo shot in Namibia's Caprivi Strip
Minimum muzzle energy is prescribed by law as follows:
a)5400 joules-Buffalo.
b)2700 joules-for animals such as eland, kudu, oryx, wildebeest, hartebeest
etc.
c)1350 joules-for springbok and smaller.
- For categories (b) and (c) no solids may be used.
86 Pound Trophy Bull Elephant
Generally a minimum of a 7 x 64 or 30.06 is advised for plains-game hunting
and a .375, .404 or 458. for buffalo and elephant.
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