Detailed packing list for your Safari
01. Hunting boots, already broken in NOT NEW
02. Fanny pack or backpack to carry cameras, daily items you will use out in the field.
03. Comfortable camp or tennis shoes.
04. Socks – 4 pair.
05. Underwear – 4 pair.
06. Hunting shorts – 2 pair – Camo is okay, as are dull colors such as khaki or olive.
07. Medium weight hunting jacket.
08. Long sleeve hunting shirts – 2 each.
09. Short sleeve hunting shirts – 2 each.
10. Rain jacket.
11. Hunting hat – I prefer baseball style but, whatever is comfortable.
12. Pajamas.
13. Traveling clothes – 1 pair.
14. Leather gloves – 1 pair – Take at least 1 pair of working gloves.
15. A good pair of sunglasses.
16. Personal toiletries / shaving kit.
17. Tweezers – lots of thorns in Africa!
18. Insect repellent – bugs are not a problem, but a small can is good insurance.
19. Lip balm – very important!
20. Visine eye drops.
21. Sun block.
22. Sinus medication.
23. Dramamine – This is suggested if you are prone to car or air sickness.
24. Lotion.
25. Small flashlight.
26. Small talcum powder.
27. Malaria tablets - please visit your local Doctor for the best advice.
Trave documents
1. Current Passport.
2. Tickets & reservations – Read reservation instructions such as early confirmation times
check-in and departure times CAREFULLY!
3. Cash or credit card for trophy fees/safari cost. (Final bill to be settled in cash or credit card on the last day of the hunt)
No exceptions will be made what so ever
Immunization
No immunization is required when entering into South Africa.
Inoculation against Yellow Fever might be required for visitors from some African countries. Please enquire from your Professional Hunter.
Hepatitis A: the CDC recommends this vaccine because you can get Hepatitis A through contaminated food or water in South Africa, regardless of where you are eating or staying.
Malaria
Please consult your local doctor. We are born and raised in South Africa and have never taken malaria medication, which is not to say we have no malaria but through the last 2 decades we’ve had clients saying they will never take malaria medication again because it makes them feel drowsy and they have returned year after year without it. Please take note that we will take no responsibility if you decide not to take the medication.
Electricity
Standard power source is 220V. Most modern devices work on 110v as well as 220v
Limpopo Big Game Safaris will supply you with a converter to charge your camera and devices.
Shooting equipment
1. Rifle, SUGGEST 30-06 CALIBER OR HIGHER.
*NOTE: Please check with airlines on requirements for traveling with firearms!
2. Ammunition at least 40 rounds per rifle.
3. Binoculars, at least 8X or 10X – not the tiny compact models.
4. Ear plugs – for sighting in your gun.
5. Gun cleaner – 1 can.
6. Hard gun case that will lock, with your name and address on it.
7. Soft case - for travelling between concessions - legal requirement
8. Please note that no Automatic or Semi-Automatic rifle may be imported to South Africa.
9. Please note no 2 rifles of the same caliber per client may be imported to South Africa.
Additional items recommended
1. Good camera
2. Extra battery and chargers for camera
3. Video camera with charger if required
4. Good supply of reading material.
5. Pocket knife.
Flights
NB.....Avoid flying with United or Lufthansa at all costs
We highly recommend using a travel agent when booking flights.
LBG Safaris recommend Jennifer Ginn at Travel Express to do you flight bookings
1+ (406) 381-6582
Gratitude / Tips
This is just a guideline but it’s still your own decision.
Every client will have his own professional hunter, tracker, skinner, cook and +/- 4 camp staff.
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PH – Between US$50 – US$200 per person per day
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Tracker, Skinner & Cook – Between US$20 – US$50 per person per day
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Camp Staff – Between US$5 – US$20 per person per day
Celsius
17 - 35
Fahrenheit
63 - 95
SUMMER
Dec - Feb
Prime times for hunting in Africa
Rifle hunting plains game and buffalo: March to November
Bow Hunting plains game and buffalo: June to October
Rifle hunting plains game and buffalo: March to November
Hunting of cull animals: May to August
Tiny ten and Night critters: May to October
Celsius
16 - 27
Fahrenheit
59 - 81
FALL
Mar - May
Celsius
8 - 20
Fahrenheit
46 - 68
WINTER
Jun - Aug
Celsius
17 - 35
Fahrenheit
63 - 95
Spring
Sep - Nov