The story of Scot Burchell and Katie Wolf begins back in 2019 when Katie joined Sporting Classics on a safari in South Africa. It was underneath the star cluttered sky along side the roaring fire that the African professional hunter and the American writer fell in love. After surviving two years of long distance, Katie graduated with an English degree from the University of Montana and finally moved to Namibia with the love of her life. There, Scot and Katie began pursuing their goal of creating their own safari operation, thus became Burchell-Wolf Safaris.
Scot and Katie’s personal passion for hunting is one of the many things that makes Burchell-Wolf Safaris unique. They do not view their operation as a career, but rather as their dream. BWS understands how much more there is to going on safari than just the taking of beautiful trophies. They understand a safari is made up of experiences. The tasting of different foods, the immersion into different cultures, the incredible people met along the way, the nights in camp by the fire telling stories, and the enjoyment of watching show stopping sunrises and sunsets.As hunters themselves, Scot and Katie understand the enjoyment that comes with a challenge when hunting.
This is why BWS operates off a 30,000 acre property (50 square miles) with only a single boundary fence, no internal fencing. They believe fare chase is important for ethical hunting. BWS does not want to bind their clients to a package. Rather, they simply charge a day fee and allow clients to choose animals from their price list. This way, clients do not have to feel the pressure of trying to hunt a number of specific animals during their safari, but rather, can decide as the opportunities are presented.
1. Classic tented camp: Clients will have the opportunity to sleep in a classic tented camp during their hunting safari.
2. Lodge: The lodge at Burchell-Wolf Safaris is the perfect destination for all, from first-timers to seasoned pros. It consists of various terrains and offers traditional cuisine made with game meat that clients have harvested.
Hunting seasons are which time of the year you will find which species to hunt.
Some more information here about why hunting seasons are important to consider before choosing your next hunting experience.
1. Namibia is known for being one of the safest countries in Africa due to its low population density and stability since gaining independence in 1990.
2. Namibia offers an ultimate hunting experience with a sparse population and rugged, wild landscape, perfect for bow and rifle hunting.
3. Burchell-Wolf is a family-owned hunting safari in Namibia, offering a 30,000-acre wilderness concession with exclusive hunting rights.
4. The owners of Burchell-Wolf are Scot Burchell and Katie Wolf, both experienced and passionate about hunting.
5. Testimonials from guests praise the lodge's accommodations, excellent food, and the abundance of game animals.
6. Burchell-Wolf offers hunting opportunities for various species, including kudu, eland, oryx, zebra, giraffe, wildebeest, hartebeest, and more.
7. The safari focuses on conservation, managing game species through selective hunting to ensure an abundance of quality animals.
8. Burchell-Wolf provides both rifle and bow hunting opportunities, with well-equipped watering holes and tree stands for bowhunters.
9. The hunting season in Namibia runs from 1 Mar to 31 Oct, regulated by the Namibia Professional Hunting Association (NAPHA).
10. Burchell-Wolf offers hunting for predators such as leopard, honey badger, brown hyena, cheetah, spotted hyena, jackal, and caracal, depending on tag availability.
11. The lodge provides other activities, including day trips to Etosha National Park, tours to the Skeleton Coast and coastal towns, skydiving, and sand dune quad trails.
12. The pricing is based on the opportunities provided rather than fixed packages.