If you are one that pretty much needs to get on an airplane to hunt elk, then Africa becomes more attractive. The 2 posts preceding this one by Jorge and JG pretty much spell it out. If you live in Elk country, have time to scout and know the country, then it's a no brainer to do elk. On the other hand, I don't, and when it comes to considering $15k+ for the White Mnt. Apache hunt for elk or Nambia/RSA/ Zambia for 8-10 animals, I'm going to Africa.