Safari 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. All species listed will have good trophies available to hunt.
  • Don't go "over gunned." Anything from a .270 to a .300 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.
  • Bow hunting we have 6 blinds and tree stands. Once again practice, shot placements are very important as the African game is very tough.
  • 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. If you are recoil sensitive get a rifle with a muzzle brake and a mercury recoil reducer. There is no sense in hunting with a rifle that you are more afraid of than the game you are going to pursue.
  • Speaking of guns; please let us deal with the paperwork required to get your rifle(s) in to South Africa. It's not bad if you do it all correctly, but it can be a nightmare if you do it yourself and screw it up. Not only will you be delayed but so will everyone else in line behind you.
  • Be certain to disclose any food allergies, or strong preferences that you have. The folks in Africa want you to be comfortable, they want to spoil you. Let them. Keep in mind that the hunting areas in 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; get the strongest stuff you can find. The African sun can be absolutely brutal. Something with a rating of SPF30 or higher is best.
  • Bring bug repellant. The bugs in South Africa are very tolerable in most parts, however anytime you are near the swamps or during the rainy season, they can be a lot worse. I like 100% Deet but if you can't find it something over 25% Deet will suffice.
  • Speaking of malaria, many places in Africa are areas where malaria is prevalent. Most of South Africa is not areas of concern.
  • 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 mobile phone reception and email so you can be in contact with your loved ones back at home.
  • 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, and 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!