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African Hunting Tips
- Tell us exactly what your expectations are in terms of trophy quality for each animal that is important to you. It is our job to be certain that you will have the opportunity to take an animal of that quality. Not every place in Africa is great for every species. Even if a species is listed in a brochure it doesn't mean that they will always have the size animal you expect. Be specific.
- Don't go "over gunned." Anything from a .270 to a .375 Magnum will suffice for African plains game. Bring a rifle that you like to shoot, and practice with it out to 200 yards. If you can consistently hit a 10 inch circle at 200 yards you are ready. Remember that shots can be from 20 - 250 yards, so practice.
- If you are going to be pursuing any of Africa's larger animals or dangerous game use a .375 H&H caliber rifle or larger. Make sure you practice with it.
- Be certain to disclose any food allergies, or strong preferences that you have. Keep in mind that the hunting areas in South Africa are usually many miles from the nearest store, so they need to plan meals ahead of time.
- Bring along good quality hunting boots that are already broken in. Don't risk ruining your hunt by getting a bunch of blisters from those new boots you just had to buy two days before your trip.
- Be sure to disclose any physical limitations that you may have
- Wear darker colors than a standard tan or khaki. Dark greens, and browns are best. The lighter tan colors tend to reflect light more which spooks game.
- Wear sun block at all times. Something with a rating of SPF30 or higher is best.
- Our hunting areas do not have Malaria. You can still bring bug off or any similar spray for mozzies.
- Bring a jacket. Even though the weather can be very mild during the hunting season in the daytime, it can be downright cold at night and in the early morning. It can be especially cold when you are sitting in the high seat of a safari car driving along at 30MPH.
- We do have internet for you to stay in touch with your family and friends.
- Don't lend your new skinning knife to a local skinner, unless you want it sharpened on a rock.
- Don't tip the camp or lodge staff directly. Make sure to check with the PH first. Many of them prefer to tip on payday. This is a custom that you would be wise to observe. It is ok to tell your skinner or tracker that you gave the PH something for them and to tell them how much, but do not tip directly unless you are specifically told that it is ok to do so.
- Bring a good camera. The whole trip is about taking pictures. Don't skimp when purchasing a camera. Buy a good "point and shoot" camera that won't be difficult to carry around with you in the bush. Take pictures of everything, the terrain, the staff, the food even your sleeping area. When you get home you will be happy you did. Even though your spouse or your mother will get sick of looking at your pictures, your hunting buddies will never get sick of them!
Hunting Articles
OneThe Blue Wildebeest is a large antelope and one of two species of wildebeest.
ThreeThe Greater Kudu is a woodland antelope found throughout eastern and southern Africa.
FourThe lion is the second-largest living cat with some males weighing more than 550lb.
FiveThe African buffalo, buffalo or Cape buffalo (Syncerus caffer) is a large African bovine.
