SOUTH AFRICA
Explore South Africa
South Africa is one of the most exciting countries in the world to hunt. It offers a diverse combination of landscapes, vegetation and wildlife together making it a unique destination for the safari enthusiast to Africa South Africa has over forty different species of plains and dangerous game spread across large tracks of land spanning vast semi-arid desert, dense coastal forests, mountains and open savannah.While hunting South Africa you are not limited by hunting seasons, but we prefer our season runs from early March through to October. During these months the climate is moderate, making for comfortable hunting conditions. This, combined with first class lodging and numerous tourist attractions, makes this a world-class destination for both hunter and non-hunter on safari.
Bow Hunters
Bow Hunters do not require a temporary import permit for their bow/s into South Africa, BUT do however require a USA Customs Declaration 4457 form for their Bow/s.
Hiring a Rifle?
IF you are hiring a rifle from usthen ignore the below information, BUT be sure to notify usprior to your arrival on safari.Rifles can be hired @ $30 per rifle per day. Ammo will be charged at cost on the basis of an opened box is a used box
Hunters traveling with Rifle/s to South Africa
South Africa requires a temporary import/export permit for firearms and ammunition when traveling to South Africa. Firearm Import/Export permits can be issued at both our international ports of entry, Johannesburg and Cape Town International Airports, or applied for before your arrival in South Africa.
Links to Assist with the Travel of Rifle/s
- SAP520Application
- USCustomsform4457
Kalahari Camp
Hunting Packages
Buffalo
| 5 Days @ p/d | $ 550,00 |
| Total Daily Rates | $ 2 750,00 |
| Trophy Fee | $12 500,00 |
| Total Package Price | $15 250,00 |
Package A Plains Game
| Days – Daily rates Included | 6 |
| Species | Gemsbuck |
| Springbuck | |
| Steenbuck | |
| Warthog | |
| Zebra | |
| Red Hartebeest | |
| Package Price | $ 5 900,00 |
Package B Plains Game
| Days – Daily rates Included | 9 |
| Species | Kudu |
| Zebra | |
| Gemsbuck | |
| Springbuck | |
| Warthog | |
| Red Hartebeest | |
| Impala | |
| Steenbuck | |
| Duiker | |
| Blue Wildebeest | |
| Package Price | $ 11 900,00 |
Weather
South Africa boasts a moderate climate, making for comfortable hunting conditions. Average Temperatures during our early season, March -April, range from 65F to 90F.Average Temperatures during our mid-season, winter. May -August, range from 40F to 85F, from our Northern areas night time and early morning temperatures can drop down to freezing.Average Temperatures during our late season, September -October, range from 65F to 100F
South African Currency
The currency in South Africa is the South African Rand. There are 100 cents to 1 rand. There are exchange bureaus in all towns and airports and in most hotels. Be sure to exchange some currency for SA Rands, as you may want to buy African souvenirs on your safari travels.
Electricity
The electricity in South Africa is 220 Volts. Please check that any of your electrical equipment’s charges accept 110 –240 Volts or else you will need to bring an inverter from 220 Volts to 110 Volts. You will also need a pin plug that fits into the South African system.
Malaria
Malaria is present in certain areas of South Africa, particularly in the northeastern regions. Here are some key points:
- Endemic Areas: Malaria is mainly found in parts of Limpopo, Mpumalanga, and northeastern KwaZulu-Natal12.
- Seasonality: The malaria season typically runs from September to May, with cases peaking between January and February12.
- Prevention: If you’re traveling to these areas, it’s important to take preventive measures such as using insect repellent, sleeping under mosquito nets, and taking antimalarial medication as prescribed by a healthcare provider31.
- Symptoms and Treatment: Malaria can cause symptoms like fever, chills, and flu-like illness. It is treatable, but early diagnosis and treatment are crucial to prevent severe illness1
Traveling & Visa Requirements
South Africa is one of the most stable countries in Africa and its first world infrastructure of roads and scheduled flights make getting around a pleasure. Your main entry into South Africa will be at our international airports in Johannesburg and Cape Town. From either airport, you can catch connecting flights to your final destination; your final flight destination will depend upon the area in which your safari is set to start.When booking your safari, it is essential that you arrive one day prior to your first hunting day and leave the day after your last hunting day. Please check that your travel schedule indicates this.Passports are required for travel to South Africa. Please note that for the most part no Visas are required. American and European Union passports are sufficient for entries into South Africa.
Children/Minors Under the Age of 18
As of 1 June 2015 there were new requirements introduced by the South African Department of Home Affairs, for additional documentation needed by persons under the age of 18 years for travel to and from South Africa.All under 18 travellers must travel with a full birth certificate with the child’s full name as printed on the passport and both parent’s details need to be displayed on the certificate, passports of both parents and also a valid visa if required.In case of one parent travelling with a child, he or she must produce an unabridged certificate and an affidavit from the other parent registered as a parent on the birth certificate of the child authorising him or her to enter into or depart the Republic of South Africa with the child he or she is travelling with, a court order granting fullparental
responsibility to the parent travelling, with certified copies of both parent’s passport and a 24-hour telephone number.Please be aware that all travellers under the age of 18 years and not in possession of the required documentation will not beallowed to travel to and from South Africa.For further comprehensive information on these new Immigration Laws feel free to follow this link.
Rules & Regulations for travelling with ammunition for your firearms to from South Africa
Rules & Regulations for travelling with ammunition for your firearms to from South Africa
ALL ammunition you are travelling with, internationally arriving/departing in/out of South Africa and within South Africa / regionally within Southern Africa on SA Airlink/flysafair must be in a separate locked hard metal/plastic ammunition case. (No tapped cardboard boxes allowed) Ammunition is no longer allowed to be checked within checked luggage arriving in South Africa.
Ammunition will never be carried in the cabin or flight deck of the aircraft. Ammunition must be packed separately and securely from the firearm case and not in the checked bag onto final destination (Port Elizabeth/Home). Also note a maximum of 200 rounds of ammunition is allowed per firearm/per calibre. Most airlines have a weight limit on ammunition of 5KG/11 LBS, which is approximately 140 rounds of 243 / 120 rounds of 300 Win Mag / 100 rounds of 375. From past experience we would recommend no more than 80 rounds per calibre.We strongly recommend usingAir2000/HuntersSupportto assist you with the firearm import/export process. By sending Air 2000 Hunters Support the required details, they will apply for the required import/export permit on your behalf, meet you at the airport and walk you through customs onto your connecting flight to your final destination.For Air 2000 Hunters support servicesContact them atair2000@global.co.zaor Southern African Business Hours # +27 (0) 11 659 26 49.Please note Air 2000 Hunters Support does charge a minimal fee for this service. Be sure to double check rates with them at the time of the service.When dealing with Air 2000 Hunters Support and acquiring their service/s, be sure to specify if you would like to be met upon international arrival only OR upon arrival and departure into/from South Africa.NB:No applications will be accepted by Air 2000 Hunters Support if the lead time is less than 4-6 weeks prior to your arrival in South Africa. If you have any queries or questions, please feel free to email Air 2000 Hunters Support directly onair2000@global.co.zaas they will gladly assist.IF you would prefer to handle the customs clearing process with rifles entirely on your own,then you will require the following documents.1. Dzombo Hunting Safaris Letter of Invitation –Complete two, the first to be presented to custom officials in Johannesburg, and the second as a spare.2. SAPS 520.3. Notarized copy of your passport.
4. Notarized copy of the US Customs form 4457 or Rifle License (Whichever is applicable to proof ownership).5. Hard copyof your flight itinerary
Rules & Regulations for the import/export/transit of Firearm/sto/ from South Africa
Rules & Regulations for the import/export/transit of Firearm/sto/ from South Africa
Lodges and Hunting Region
Species to Hunt In This Region
Plains Game
Dangerous Game
Our Detailed South Africa Hunting Page
Rules & Regulations for travelling with ammunition for your firearms to from South Africa
Rules & Regulations for travelling with ammunition for your firearms to from South Africa
ALL ammunition you are travelling with, internationally arriving/departing in/out of South Africa and within South Africa / regionally within Southern Africa on SA Airlink/flysafair must be in a separate locked hard metal/plastic ammunition case. (No tapped cardboard boxes allowed) Ammunition is no longer allowed to be checked within checked luggage arriving in South Africa.
Ammunition will never be carried in the cabin or flight deck of the aircraft. Ammunition must be packed separately and securely from the firearm case and not in the checked bag onto final destination (Port Elizabeth/Home). Also note a maximum of 200 rounds of ammunition is allowed per firearm/per calibre. Most airlines have a weight limit on ammunition of 5KG/11 LBS, which is approximately 140 rounds of 243 / 120 rounds of 300 Win Mag / 100 rounds of 375. From past experience we would recommend no more than 80 rounds per calibre.We strongly recommend usingAir2000/HuntersSupportto assist you with the firearm import/export process. By sending Air 2000 Hunters Support the required details, they will apply for the required import/export permit on your behalf, meet you at the airport and walk you through customs onto your connecting flight to your final destination.For Air 2000 Hunters support servicesContact them atair2000@global.co.zaor Southern African Business Hours # +27 (0) 11 659 26 49.Please note Air 2000 Hunters Support does charge a minimal fee for this service. Be sure to double check rates with them at the time of the service.When dealing with Air 2000 Hunters Support and acquiring their service/s, be sure to specify if you would like to be met upon international arrival only OR upon arrival and departure into/from South Africa.NB:No applications will be accepted by Air 2000 Hunters Support if the lead time is less than 4-6 weeks prior to your arrival in South Africa. If you have any queries or questions, please feel free to email Air 2000 Hunters Support directly onair2000@global.co.zaas they will gladly assist.IF you would prefer to handle the customs clearing process with rifles entirely on your own,then you will require the following documents.1. Dzombo Hunting Safaris Letter of Invitation –Complete two, the first to be presented to custom officials in Johannesburg, and the second as a spare.2. SAPS 520.3. Notarized copy of your passport.
4. Notarized copy of the US Customs form 4457 or Rifle License (Whichever is applicable to proof ownership).5. Hard copyof your flight itinerary
Malaria
Malaria is present in certain areas of South Africa, particularly in the northeastern regions. Here are some key points:
- Endemic Areas: Malaria is mainly found in parts of Limpopo, Mpumalanga, and northeastern KwaZulu-Natal12.
- Seasonality: The malaria season typically runs from September to May, with cases peaking between January and February12.
- Prevention: If you’re traveling to these areas, it’s important to take preventive measures such as using insect repellent, sleeping under mosquito nets, and taking antimalarial medication as prescribed by a healthcare provider31.
- Symptoms and Treatment: Malaria can cause symptoms like fever, chills, and flu-like illness. It is treatable, but early diagnosis and treatment are crucial to prevent severe illness1
Traveling & Visa Requirements
South Africa is one of the most stable countries in Africa and its first world infrastructure of roads and scheduled flights make getting around a pleasure. Your main entry into South Africa will be at our international airports in Johannesburg and Cape Town. From either airport, you can catch connecting flights to your final destination; your final flight destination will depend upon the area in which your safari is set to start.When booking your safari, it is essential that you arrive one day prior to your first hunting day and leave the day after your last hunting day. Please check that your travel schedule indicates this.Passports are required for travel to South Africa. Please note that for the most part no Visas are required. American and European Union passports are sufficient for entries into South Africa.
Children/Minors Under the Age of 18
- As of 1 June 2015 there were new requirements introduced by the South African Department of Home Affairs, for additional documentation needed by persons under the age of 18 years for travel to and from South Africa.All under 18 travellers must travel with a full birth certificate with the child’s full name as printed on the passport and both parent’s details need to be displayed on the certificate, passports of both parents and also a valid visa if required.In case of one parent travelling with a child, he or she must produce an unabridged certificate and an affidavit from the other parent registered as a parent on the birth certificate of the child authorising him or her to enter into or depart the Republic of South Africa with the child he or she is travelling with, a court order granting fullparental
- responsibility to the parent travelling, with certified copies of both parent’s passport and a 24-hour telephone number.Please be aware that all travellers under the age of 18 years and not in possession of the required documentation will not beallowed to travel to and from South Africa.For further comprehensive information on these new Immigration Laws feel free to follow this link
Rules & Regulations for the import/export/transit of Firearm/sto/ from South Africa
Rules & Regulations for the import/export/transit of Firearm/sto/ from South Africa
Weather
South Africa boasts a moderate climate, making for comfortable hunting conditions. Average Temperatures during our early season, March -April, range from 65F to 90F.Average Temperatures during our mid-season, winter. May -August, range from 40F to 85F, from our Northern areas night time and early morning temperatures can drop down to freezing.Average Temperatures during our late season, September -October, range from 65F to 100F
South African Currency
The currency in South Africa is the South African Rand. There are 100 cents to 1 rand. There are exchange bureaus in all towns and airports and in most hotels. Be sure to exchange some currency for SA Rands, as you may want to buy African souvenirs on your safari travels.
Electricity
The electricity in South Africa is 220 Volts. Please check that any of your electrical equipment’s charges accept 110 –240 Volts or else you will need to bring an inverter from 220 Volts to 110 Volts. You will also need a pin plug that fits into the South African system.
