Our Services
Crafted with Precision, Prepared for the World
Eight Services, One Standard
Choose a service to see what it involves. Every piece is reviewed against our standards before it leaves our care.
Custom Mounts
Every custom mount begins with your vision. We work closely with you to select the pose, angle, and setting that best capture the character of your animal and the memory behind it. No two hunts are the same, so no two mounts should be either.
Our artisans tailor each commission to your display space and personal taste, from a dramatic action pose to a calm, natural stance, with meticulous attention to expression and detail.
African Game Mounts
African game is our speciality, and it is where our craftsmanship truly shines. Our deep familiarity with African wildlife allows us to capture the true nature of each animal, and the small details that separate a good mount from a breathtaking one.
Shoulder Mounts
Shoulder mounts are among the most popular and recognisable forms of taxidermy. They capture the head, neck, and shoulders of the animal in a lifelike pose, ideal for wall display.
We pay careful attention to the set of the head, the expression in the eyes, and the natural flow of the coat, and help you choose the angle that best suits your space.
Full Mounts
A full mount recreates the entire animal in a natural, lifelike pose, a centrepiece for any trophy room or lodge.
Full mounts demand exceptional skill, because every part of the animal must be rendered accurately, from the position of the legs to the tilt of the head. They command attention and reward close inspection.
European Mounts
For hunters who prefer a cleaner, more understated style, we display the skull and horns in a beautifully bleached, elegant form.
European mounts have a timeless appeal for traditional and modern interiors, make a striking statement alone or in a collection, and are a practical, space-efficient option for building an extensive display.
Bird Taxidermy
Birds require a particularly delicate touch. From majestic birds of prey to smaller, intricate species, we preserve every feather with meticulous care.
The result is a graceful, natural piece that captures the bird in a moment of life, perched, poised, or in flight.
Fish Replicas
For anglers and hunters who value their aquatic catches, we produce lifelike fish replicas that capture the vivid colours and intricate detail of your fish.
Fish colours fade quickly after landing, so a well-crafted replica is often the best way to keep your trophy vibrant and true to life, finished with rich, accurate colouring.
Tanned Skins
We provide expert tanning services, producing supple, durable skins that work beautifully as rugs, wall hangings, or decorative pieces.
Proper tanning is essential to the longevity of any skin trophy. Our process preserves the natural beauty of the hide while keeping it strong and stable over time.
Not sure which mount suits your trophy?
Not sure which mount suits your trophy?
CHOOSING A MOUNT STYLE
Three Ways to Show Your Trophy
The same animal looks different in each. Here is how the three most popular styles compare.
Shoulder mount
Head, neck and shoulders in a lifelike pose. Best displayed on a wall in a home, lodge or trophy room.
Full mount
The entire animal in a natural pose, from legs to head. Best as the centrepiece of a room or lodge.
European mount
Bleached skull and horns, clean and elegant. Best for modern interiors and extensive collections.
WHY CHOOSE SAVUTI
Why Choose Savuti for Your Trophies
Choosing a taxidermist is a decision you live with for decades. A great mount hangs on your wall for a lifetime, so the quality of the work truly matters. We treat every client as an individual and every trophy as a work of art.
TWO PROCESSING OPTIONS
Choose Where Your Trophy Is Mounted
We know international hunters have different needs, preferences, and home-country requirements. Each option gives you control and confidence, and both share the same foundation of meticulous preparation, secure packing, and full regulatory compliance.
Fully Processed — Mounted in South Africa
With our Fully Processed service, your trophies are professionally mounted by our team right here in South Africa. We handle the entire journey, from preparation and tanning through to mounting, detailing, and a final quality review. Every mount is checked against our exacting standards before it leaves our studio.
Once your trophies are complete, we carefully pack them and arrange shipping to your home country. When they arrive, they are ready to hang and enjoy straight away, with no further work needed on your part.
Because we understand African wildlife so well, our mounts achieve a realism that overseas studios often cannot match. Choosing Fully Processed means placing your trophies in the hands of genuine African-game specialists.
Dip and Pack
Under this option, we thoroughly clean, treat, dip, and pack your trophies so they can travel safely and legally across international borders.
The process involves carefully treating the raw trophy to meet strict biosecurity and veterinary standards, ensuring no contaminants travel with it. This protects the destination country's biosecurity and satisfies its import authorities.
Ready to preserve your memory?
Ready to preserve your memory?
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Craftsmanship. Compliance. Communication.
Which species do you mount?
We handle the full range of African game, from plains game like kudu, eland, waterbuck, and wildebeest to birds and fish. Whatever your trophy, big or small, we can help.
Do you handle the export paperwork?
Yes. As a veterinary-approved facility, we coordinate veterinary clearance, CITES documentation, and export permits, provided your outfitter has secured the valid hunting permits.
Can you collect my trophies from the hunting farm?
Absolutely. We offer regular collection from hunting farms and follow each hunter’s specific instructions for every trophy.
Will my trophy arrive safely?
Our expert packaging is designed to protect your trophy in transit, and clients across the world consistently receive their mounts in perfect condition.
COMPLIANCE, COLLECTION & DELIVERY
Our Services Go Far Beyond the Mount
We manage the practical and legal side of your trophy journey with the same care we bring to our craft. We process your export paperwork provided that valid hunting permits and field papers have already been secured by your outfitter. Your outfitter arranges the hunting authorisations in the field; once those are in place, we take over the export side. This careful approach protects both you and your trophy from costly delays.
Veterinary-approved facility
Fully authorised to handle international exports and the documentation that accompanies them.
CITES compliance
We prepare the correct paperwork for CITES-listed species and work to meet each receiving country’s import conditions.
NEMBA and TOPS compliance
Full accordance with South African law governing how protected and regulated species are handled, processed, and exported.
Trophy collection from hunting farms
We collect trophies regularly, recording each hunter’s specific instructions for every individual piece.
Expert packaging and delivery
Packaging engineered to protect trophies in transit, so clients consistently receive their work in perfect, damage-free condition.
START YOUR PROJECT
Start Your Project with Savuti Today
From a single European mount to a full trophy-room collection, we bring together craftsmanship, compliance, and clear communication in a way few can match. Whichever service you choose, your trophy is in expert hands from collection to final delivery.