My most recent safari in Namibia was in May 2025. I wanted to start this thread to share my recent experience, costs, and eventually the full timeline of getting my trophies home.

Getting trophies home can be a big worry for a lot of first time African hunters,and rightfully so!
so I always like sharing my experiences to give people a better idea of what the process actually looks like and what they can expect to pay.

Taxidermy:
I decided to have my trophies done in Namibia...

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Hi everyone! I’m a lady hunter from South Africa. It’s my first time in America, and I took my very first whitetail in North Carolina with a muzzleloader!

I’m excited to share a few photos of this special hunting memory. It’s lovely to be part of a community that shares a passion for hunting. I look forward to hearing your stories and sharing more of mine!

I received an email from a shipper in Namibia this morning saying the state vet had cancelled all inspections. My ele shipment was to be inspected next week. That is on hold. Elephants are not cloven hoofed but this kind of thing has knock on effects I guess. Anyone with more information please share, particularly if you are in Namibia. Here is one of the better articles I found online. Cheers...

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The USA has labelled both Canada and the EU as threats to their "National Security" in order to justify new duties declared by their military Commander-in-Chief on the international trade of steel and aluminum. So I suggest that USA made products such as firearms and ammunition should be sold exclusively within the USA so Canada and Europe can help our esteemed neighbour defend themselves and improve their national security. Sadly, I have come to the conclusion that Canadians and Europeans...

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If you wanted to do an epic South American bird hunt, where would you go, and who would you hunt with? Three days feels too short, and five days feels like a lot, so maybe four days, or am I mistaken? Any hints, tips, or suggestions are very welcome!