The Hunt
Wildlife is not what is foreign to us. It is what reminds us.
It reminds us of what cannot be possessed. Of what remains beyond our grasp – and for that very reason must be respected.
Those who hunt become part of a web of relationships. Not only between hunter and animal, but between landscape and history, between sustenance and meaning, between instinct and ethics.
Hunting is not a craft like any other. It is a space for awareness. A place where power does not mean dominance, but shared responsibility.
It is not the shot that determines dignity, but the attitude that comes before it – and what remains afterwards: gratitude, respect and an inner trace.
For those who hunt touch more than the animal. They touch life itself.
Hectares of Untouched Nature
Different Wildlife Species
Hunts per Year
Kilometres Walked
A licence issued by the Namibian wildlife conservation authority is required for hunting. We will arrange this for you prior to your arrival. Hunting cheetah or leopard requires an additional special permit.
We recommend bringing your own hunting rifle (minimum calibre .308 Win or larger).
You may bring up to 100 rounds of ammunition. The required import permit can be obtained upon arrival at the airport in Windhoek. The required firearm import form and instructions for completing it are available for download here:
Import Form | Instructions
Important documents for importing firearms:-
Valid international or EU firearms licence and your firearm ownership permit
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Invitation letter from the hunting farm
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Completed form for the temporary firearm import permit ("Namibia Temporary Rifle Import Permit")
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Airline firearm transport documentation (additional fees apply)
If you prefer not to bring your own rifle, we can provide the following rental firearms upon request:
Premium Rental Firearms:
Available calibres:- .243 Win
- .30-06
- .338 Win Mag
For hunting at Farm Garib, lightweight bush clothing in olive green or dark khaki has proven ideal. Here is an overview of what we recommend bringing:
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2 pairs of shorts
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2 pairs of long trousers and long-sleeved shirts
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1 windproof jacket or parka
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1 sweater and, during the cooler months, gloves for the early morning hours
Please note: Between May and August, temperatures in the Kalahari can become very cold at dawn, dusk and during the night.
For stalking, we recommend ankle-high boots with thick, soft soles for safe and quiet walking.
Other useful items include:
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Short gaiters made from durable fabric (e.g. canvas)
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A wide-brimmed hat for sun protection
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Sunscreen
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Binoculars
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To recognise particularly outstanding trophies, the Namibia Professional Hunting Association (NAPHA) has developed its own medal system. In addition to honouring exceptional hunting achievements, the system also supports important projects: proceeds from the medals contribute, among other things, to the training and education of disadvantaged Namibians, thereby helping to secure the future of a sustainable hunting culture.
Trophies are evaluated according to the guidelines of Safari Club International (SCI). The score is based on the combined lengths of both horns and their base circumferences. Warthog is an exception, where only the length and circumference of the longest tusk are measured.
The Wildbahn Medal is particularly sought after and is awarded to mature trophies of gold-medal quality. It is intended to encourage hunters to harvest mature animals, thereby helping to preserve strong genetics within the wildlife population. For trophies that do not meet the usual scoring criteria due to age or deformities, a special conservation medal may be applied for.
Your hunting guide will take care of the entire application process and submit all required documents to the NAPHA office on your behalf.
Sustainable Wildlife Management at Farm Garib – Responsibility for Nature and the Future
At Farm Garib, on the edge of the Kalahari, sustainable wildlife management is a central part of our philosophy. We believe that hunting is only truly justified when it goes hand in hand with the protection of nature and the conservation of healthy wildlife populations.
Through carefully planned and selective management, we help to keep natural wildlife populations stable and balanced. We ensure that only specifically selected animals are harvested, always taking into account their age, sex and health condition. In this way, we help preserve the diversity of species while maintaining the ecological balance of the savannah landscape.
Our responsibility, however, extends far beyond hunting. We are actively committed to protecting natural habitats, supporting the natural movement of wildlife and promoting programmes for the sustainable use of natural resources. For us, sustainable wildlife management means treating nature with respect – today, tomorrow and for generations to come.