Dangerous game · trophy fee $5,500
Hippo Hunting in Zimbabwe
Hippo is usually hunted alongside buffalo, on the water's edge along [Lake Kariba / the Zambezi / river name]. It is a hunt of stalking the bank, waiting for the right moment and making one precise shot.
The hunt
How a Hippo Hunt Works
In the Water
Most hippo are hunted in the water, where only the head shows. You stalk to the bank, settle on a solid rest and wait for a mature bull to surface and hold still.
On Land
Occasionally a bull is found grazing away from the water at dawn or dusk. That is the most dangerous way to meet a hippo, and your PH will be right at your side.
Recovery
A hippo shot in the water sinks and floats again some hours later, so recovery takes patience and a boat or a team on the bank.
Details
Calibre, Season and Area
Zimbabwe law requires a minimum of .375 for dangerous game. Bring solids for hippo.
[Where we hunt hippo; best months]
| # | Species | Trophy fee |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Hippo* | $5,500 |
| 2. | Nile crocodile* | $5,500 |
* Must be pre-booked for permit and quota purposes. Wounded and lost animals must be paid for in full.
Combine it
Add Hippo to Your Hunt
Hippo is an add-on to one of our hunting packages, most often the 7-day trophy buffalo hunt.
Questions
Hippo Hunting FAQ
Do I need to book a hippo in advance?
Yes. Hippo is on quota and must be pre-booked so we can secure the permit.
Can I import a hippo trophy?
Hippo needs CITES export documents. Check your own country's import rules before you book. See the trophy export guide.