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Africa FAQ
Answers to some of the typical questions you may have about a South African safari. Q: Don't you just shoot from the truck? All the safari pictures I've seen show people riding around on the back of the truck. A: This is a common misconception. The hunting vehicle is only used to travel to, from and within the hunting areas. Very often the client and PH will be on the back of the truck while moving within a hunting area, but the shooting does not take place from the truck. Q: What happens to the meat from the game taken? A: All the meat from the game is used. The best cuts are usually saved for the client to eat while on safari, if he or she wishes. The rest is donated to the native residents of the area. Honestly I've never seen and animal more completely used than in Africa--virtually every part of the animal is used for something, right down to the bones. There is almost no waste. Q: Can I bring the meat from a hunt back to the U.S.? A: No. Meat must be USDA approved in order to gain entry into the U.S., and there is no way to get this approval in Africa at this time. I hope this changes, as African game is some of the best I've ever tasted. Q: Can I bring my own guns into Africa, or do I need to rent them from the outfitter? A: There is a simple procedure for bringing guns into Africa. You must have a U.S. ownership document for your guns and an airline-approved gun case. The gun must be disabled and locked, and all ammunition must be separate from the firearm. We will provide you with everything you need to know so that you can travel to and from Africa with your guns without incident. I assure you it is not difficult. Q: Is Africa safe for tourists? A: Simply put, South Africa is a safe destination for safari clients. By and large, South Africa is a safe place, but like anyplace in the world, there are bad sections, especially in the big cities. You will never be traveling in these areas while on a safari and will not be left unattended at any time while away from camp. Q: How much will my safari cost in total? A: The costs that you will incur other than the cost of the safari itself include: airfare ($800 to $1600 per person), shipping of trophies to the U.S. (about $700 for a six animal safari), importation of the trophies at a customs broker (about $500), and taxidermy (this depend greatly on how you have your trophies mounted, but a six animal safari with all shoulder mounts will run about $2500 to $3000). These numbers are consideration only. We can help you obtain quotes for these items at the time of booking. Q: What equipment do I need to bring? A: We will provide you with a complete equipment list at the time of booking, but in general you will likely not need any specialized equipment. Q: Are the insects bad? What about snakes? A: As the safari season takes place during the South African winter, there are very few insects, and thankfully, the snakes are hibernating. Q: Do I have to worry about malaria? A: The areas we hunt in are considered malaria free and mosquitoes are almost nonexistent during the safari season. We take malaria tablets as a precaution and recommend that our clients do as well. Q: What inoculations do I need to go to Africa? A: We will provide you with a list of CDC recommendations. There are only a couple of inoculations that you will need that are not typically given to Americans on a regular basis; your doctor will advise you on which ones you needs. Q: Do I need a visa to travel to South Africa? A: No. To enter South Africa from the United States, U.S. citizens only need a passport. |
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