A typical day on safari

Hunters: Your hunting experience starts at the break of dawn. Fuel up with a cup of coffee and rusks or perhaps a more substantial selection of breakfast cereals, yogurt and juice, before setting out on your safari.

The morning hunt runs until approximately 11h00, at which time we return to the lodge for brunch. After brunch, relax at the lodge, take a dip in the pool or just enjoy the beautiful surroundings. The hunt resumes approximately 14h30 and will continue until sunset.

Our hunting methods consist of either walking and stalking or hunting from blinds or special vantage points from which we ambush animals, depending on your preference. You can also opt to hunt from one of our well-equipped vehicles should you prefer not to walk. Your Professional Hunter will discuss these options with you upon arrival.

Observer: Your guests are welcome to accompany and observe the hunters on safari or simply relax at the lodge. Should the guests in your group be interested in visiting some of the highlights in the area while the hunters are in the field, this can be arranged at an additional charge. Please discuss these options with your Professional Hunter.

Hunting Gear

  •  2x Camouflage or Green/Brown Shirts and Pants (Trousers)
  •  Camouflage hunting cap or Hat
  •  Durable and well worn-in hunting boots
  •  2xThick socks
  •  Binoculars (8X30 to 10X40)
  •  Hunting rifle
  •  Ammunition (40 Rounds)
  •  Ammunition belt or pouch
  •  Casual Clothing – One outfit for use prior and after your safari
  •  Camera, flash and memory cards – very important
  •  Video Camera – 2201o 1 10 volt converter (for video camera etc)
  •  Any medical prescriptions
  •  Shaving and cosmetic kit
  •  Sun protection lotion and sunglasses
  •  Raincoat or waterproof jacket

Firearm import info

Temporary firearm importation
Please complete the temporary firearm import permit application (SAP520) as soon as possible and bring it with you. It is important to note that the form must be completed in black ink and must remain unsigned until the document is finalized in front of the police official issuing the actual permit at the airport.

If you do not wish to travel with your own firearms, you are welcome to make use of one of the rifles of the professional hunter accompanying you. They have a selection of appropriate calibers available. There is no cost involved other than the replacement cost of ammunition.

The following firearms and ammunition will not be allowed to enter South Africa:

  • Any automatic or semi-automatic firearms
  • More than one firearm per calibre per person
  • More than 200 rounds of ammunition per person per firearm
  • Any pistol or revolver (unless specified for hunting)

You will need

  • Valid passport
  • Return airline ticket
  • Letter of invitation from your hunting outfitter(s)
  • Completed SAP 520 Form (Not signed – must be signed in front of the official)
  • Proof of ownership (CBP Form 4457- Certificate of Registration for personal effects taken abroad)
  • Proof of export from country of origin (CBP Form 4457- Certificate of Registration for personal effects take abroad)
  • Letter of motivation (A letter written by yourself to motivate why you wish to import rifles)

Reasons for unapproved applications

  • If you have any of the above-mentioned firearms and/or ammunition
  • If any of the supporting documents as required cannot be produced
  • If you are less than 21 years of age

Your application for a temporary import permit will be refused and your firearms and ammunition will be confiscated and will only be handed back to you when you depart back to your country of residence.

ON ARRIVAL AT OR TAMBO INTERNATIONAL IN JOHANNESBURG

  1. Disembark from aircraft and clear passport control in whichever terminal the flight arrives. (Generally SAA and its co-partners at Terminal 2, and all other airlines at Terminal 1)
  2. Proceed to baggage claim at the respective carousel. Pick up general baggage. Your firearms will be delivered directly to the SAPS firearms office.
  3. For visitors with firearms arriving at Terminal 2:
    Proceed to the SAPS Firearms Office. Look for office signs. Location of the SAPS Firearms Office in Terminal 2 – in front of the Post Office.
    For visitors with firearms arriving at Terminal 1:
    Proceed to the firearm office that is situated in Terminal 2 in front of the Post Office.
  4. On arrival at the SAPS Firearm Office, collect your issued temporary import permit at the PHASA desk or have the necessary documentation available for inspection.
  5. Your firearms and ammunition will be physically inspected to ensure that the serial numbers match those of the licenses and the application forms. You will then be asked to wait while your application is being processed – if you are not already in possession of an issued temporary importation permit.
  6. When your application has been processed and your permit has been issued, you will have to sign for the permit.

REMEMBER THE ISSUING OF THE TEMPORARY IMPORT PERMITS AT THE PORT OF ENTRY IS FREE OF CHARGE. DO NOT TIP OR PAY ANY SAPS OFFICER FOR THIS SERVICE. YOU SHOULD KEEP THE PERMIT WITH YOU AT ALL TIMES WHILE IN SOUTH AFRICA AND WHEN THE FIREARMS ARE IN YOUR POSSESSION.

Taxidermy

Hunting Safari South Africa does not provide taxidermy services directly, but we have professional suppliers who will assist you. Our hunting outfitters will discuss the necesarry information with you regarding taxidermy services.