Hunting Benin

Hunting Benin can be tough but rewarding. You need to be fit, prepared to walk and tolerate some degree of hardship. Benin does not teem with game as in Tanzania or South Africa but there is still enough for a worthwhile hunting experience.

Benin Hunting Season

From December 15th to May 15th

Benin Weather

The northern area of Benin stays hot and dry from October to April, with temperatures sometimes topping 40°C.
Southern Benin's rainy seasons in April to mid-July, and mid-September to late October.
Northern Benin gets rain from June to early October.

Benin Map

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Benin Game Laws

All trophy hunting to take place within the hours of daylight
No hunting is allowed at night or with artificial light.
The minimum number of days for a hunting safari is set by the Government, based upon the species being hunted.
Shooting from a vehicle is not permitted.
Hunting permits must be issued prior to the hunt commencing.
A separate permit must be issued for each individual hunting client.
Hunting lion is done by tracking - baiting is not allowed.

Benin Hunting Species

Recommended Reading

Solo Safari: Hunting Africa on Your Own Without a Professional Hunter by Terrance Cacek (1994). As the preface makes clear, this does not mean the author hunted alone, but rather he organized the guides and helpers for himself. It is the story of Terry Cacek who hunted elephant, buffalo, leopard and plains game in Zimbabwe and Botswana on his own. In addition there are chapters by Jerry Weaver (Sudan), Charles Craver (Liberia), T N Alexakos (Benin), Charles Puff (Zimbabwe) and well-known Cameroon expert Reinald von Meurers. It includes a lengthy appendix with tips for do-it-yourself safaris.