Dangerous game · trophy fee $5,500
Nile Crocodile Hunting in Zimbabwe
A big Nile crocodile is one of the hardest trophies to take cleanly. It lies on a sandbank with one eye open, and if the shot isn't perfect it is back in the water in a second. We hunt crocodile along [Lake Kariba / the Zambezi / river name].
The hunt
How a Crocodile Hunt Works
Finding a Big Croc
We glass sandbanks and quiet backwaters for big crocodiles basking in the sun, and note where they come out each day.
The Approach
You stalk or sit in a blind within range of a basking spot, keeping low and silent. Crocodiles notice movement on the bank long before you see them.
One Precise Shot
The shot must stop the crocodile where it lies, or it will slide into the water and be lost. Your PH will show you exactly where to aim.
Details
Calibre, Season and Area
Accuracy from a solid rest is everything: use a rifle you shoot well, with a good scope.
[Minimum calibre for crocodile; where we hunt it; best months]
| # | Species | Trophy fee |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Nile crocodile* | $5,500 |
| 2. | Hippo* | $5,500 |
* Must be pre-booked for permit and quota purposes. Wounded and lost animals must be paid for in full.
Combine it
Add a Crocodile to Your Hunt
Crocodile is an add-on to one of our hunting packages and pairs well with buffalo or hippo on the same water.
Questions
Crocodile Hunting FAQ
How big are the crocodiles?
[Typical length of crocodiles taken in our areas]
Can I import a crocodile skin?
Nile crocodile needs CITES export documents. Check your own country's import rules before you book. See the trophy export guide.