Welcome to the ultimate test of nerve, shooting prowess, fast reflexes, mental superiority and even sometimes a lot of patience.
This is where it all began. Trophy hunting originated out of a necessity to protect railway workers that were constantly being killed by Dangerous game many moons ago. It was a discovery through the necessity to protect workers that there is a high value in these animals and are only hunted by the truly brave.
Depending on the animal/s you seek in this category, hunting techniques will differ, but the level of caution one should heed in hunting any of the Dangerous boys is paramount to your safety and success.
In these situations it is of utmost importance to follow your guides instructions, because once you step off the truck and make your first stalk on Dangerous Game, only then will you realise what a feat it is to acquire any one of the animals that fall into this category.
The list of animals in this category include, Elephant, Rhino, Hippopotamus, Crocodile, Cape Buffalo, Lion and Leopard.
A minimum caliber recommended is .375 in bullet diameter and above. A slow, heavy, well constructed bullet is essential.
Concentrate, listen and observe your surroundings closely. This is a close range hunt, and sometimes the animals may startle you by being a lot closer than you expect. Place your shot well and you will be rewarded with a trophy of a lifetime one fit for kings.
Many seasoned hunting veterans that have hunted dangerous game for the first time, have said that it changed their life completely and in the process have gained extra respect for Africa and its Quarry after completing their first Dangerous hunt.
A word of caution, once you have collected one of the above-mentioned species, you will want them all...