About Us
For over 41 years, TCI has been creatively sculpting African wildlife forms, guided by a profound understanding of the hunting industry. We recognise that a hunting safari is often a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, and no two are alike.
That’s why we dedicate ourselves to creating true-to-life replicas of your trophies – bringing the excitement of your journey to life and ensuring your memories bring you joy for years to come.
Trophy Consultants International provides the complete taxidermy experience.
At TCI, we offer the complete taxidermy experience, seamlessly blending artistry with expertise. Based in Bulawayo, our seasoned team of master taxidermists carries over four decades of inherited wildlife artistry.
We specialise in crafting lifelike reproductions of game, birds, and fish, capturing the essence of your hunting adventure with unrivalled precision and quality.
Tailored Services to Suit You
At Trophy Consultants International, we understand that preserving your hunting memories is paramount. From the outset, we work closely with you to ensure your vision is at the heart of the finished trophy.
Whether you entrust our creative team to mount your animals or prefer dip-and-pack preparation, we tailor our services to deliver the best results for you and your trophies.
In collaboration with our sister company, Maple Freight – boasting over 30 years of expertise in trophy shipping – we handle every aspect of logistics. From field collection to meticulous packing, documentation, and global shipping, we guarantee your trophies reach their destination safely.
Our comprehensive services include:
- Big game and bird mounts
- Various mounting options
- Quality hide tanning
- Luxury leather goods and accessories
- Stylish, custom-designed furniture
- Competitive pricing
- Reliable freight partnership
Why Choose TCI Over Other Taxidermists?
Selecting the right taxidermist is crucial, and many hunters wonder about the benefits of choosing an African taxidermist over a foreign one.
- Preservation Challenges: African field conditions are unpredictable. Skins exposed to high temperatures can deteriorate within hours, compromising the final trophy quality. At TCI, we understand these challenges firsthand.
- Our Unique Solution: Unlike taxidermists abroad, we maintain an extensive stock of spare capes, back-skins, and flat-skins for 95% of animals hunted in Zimbabwe. Even if your skin fails, we ensure your memories are preserved beautifully.
- Unmatched Service: TCI provides a field collection service and offers faster turnaround times than most international competitors, so you can enjoy your trophy sooner.
- In-House Expertise: As Zimbabwe’s only in-house taxidermy and freight service provider, we streamline the entire process for your convenience.
Our Promise: We go to any lengths to ensure your trophies are returned home, preserving your safari memories for a lifetime.
A True Story
In 2012, Jan Forman from Florida faced a nightmare when her once-in-a-lifetime leopard was partially lost to hyenas overnight. With the odds stacked against her, she assumed the trophy was ruined.
However, upon arrival at TCI, we performed intricate “surgery” on the damaged skin, seamlessly patching the missing section with a spare leopard skin. When Jan received her mounted trophy in Florida, she was stunned – it looked like the very cat she had harvested.
At TCI, we turn challenges into triumphs, ensuring that every memory is immortalised.
