Damaraland Communal Concessions

Namibia undoubtedly has to be called one of Africa’s greatest and scenic hunting destinations. Since 1997 a number of communal conservancies have been registered under conservancy legislation of Namibia, which allows communal area residents to reap income from their wildlife. Damaraland is situated in the north-western side of Namibia. Cut from east to west by ancient dry river courses, some of glacial origin, creating deep canyons. These riverbeds are lined with thorny acacia trees forming linear oases in the desert. Providing a lifeline of survival for a host of unexpected animals, including desert-dwelling elephant and rare black rhino.
VHSaf holds the hunting rights in two communal concession areas in Damaraland, Huab Conservancy and Sorris-Sorris Conservancy, situated 80 km (50 miles) apart and totaling 320 000 ha. Accommodation is in a temporary tented camp. Sturdy camping beds with comfortable mattresses, hot water for a shower after a long day’s hard hunting and a freshly cooked meal on an open fire is just some of the luxuries to be enjoyed in the desert.
Clients hunting on communal conservancies in Namibia can be assured that significant portions of their payments are being ploughed back into wildlife conservation efforts that are not only promoting the long-term welfare of Namibia’s wildlife, but also creating strong linkages between rural communities and the values they are placing on their wildlife resources.