A lion is a highly esteemed trophy and taking a good one is a major achievement for both the hunter and safari staff. Lions can be extremely dangerous when provoked or wounded. One must always consider the possibility of more Lions getting involved. The trophy quality is determined by the age, mane, size of the head and the overall size of the body. Both males and females make for great trophies, but a big maned male is regarded as the #1 trophy for many a hunter traveling to Africa.
Somerby Safaris conduct fair-chase african lion hunting in the Kalahari region, right on the border of Botswana and can therefore offer you the best Lion Hunting in Africa. Spotting a Lion track in the sandy soils of the Kalahari and then stalking across the light brush and grass cover, doing this several times till you come within shooting range is exhilarating. African Big game hunting at its best, under watchful eyes of our well experienced and respected dangerous game Professional hunters. Prepare yourself for the adventure of a lifetime when you book a lion hunt with Somerby Safaris!
The king of beasts really needs no introduction, but for the sake of theory... The largest cat in Africa. Young animals have dark rosettes and spots fading away as the animal matures. The male usually has a darker mane on its head, neck and shoulders. The coat is a short smooth tawny beige color, with a long tail and a black tuft of hair on the tip.
Kalahari Region of the North West province.
Widespread in savannah, grasslands and semi desert areas. Availability of especially medium-sized to large game is an important requirement. Independent of water.
The only cats that form prides; each with an average of 12 members. Single nomadic lions are also seen. Mainly nocturnal, but are also active during the day especially at sunrise and sunset. Prides consist of one or more males (one of them dominant), a dominant female, other females and young lions.
Best Caliber for Lion Hunting:
Due to the African lion being extremely fast and dangerous, whether they are hunted or not, it is of utmost importance to have the right caliber rifle with an adequate cartridge and suitable bullet at hand. When hunting African Lion, most countries require a minimum of .375 caliber.
As with all dangerous game hunts, shot placements are essential. A good soft point bullet like Swift A-Frame or Barnes X will be most sufficient for a lion. When wounded, a lion can be extremely dangerous, therefore, make your first shot count.
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