Kudu – Springbok South African Hunt Package

About This Hunt

DESCRIPTION OF HUNT

A great package for a first-time hunter to Africa, or a guy that has been over and wants to improve his trophy quality! This package has a nice balance of big and small plains game to test any hunter.

The Gemsbok and Springbok are true to our area, Springbok are usually hunted in open areas and shots are taken at a great distance. They are not tough animals but hard to hit at a distance in tall grass. A special trophy once harvested. Also is the South Africa National animal.

When hunting Gemsbuck and Wildebeest you must know that you are in for a challenge! Both male and females have horns and also both prefer to live in big herds. Getting close to them is not easy. Shot placement is key when harvesting these great animals. Their vitals sit low on both, also their spines sit very low on the neck.

We will start early in the morning by searching for the big herds on the back of a 4×4 land cruiser. Once we spot some at a distance we will get off and do a stalk. If there is a good representative of the species and once the hunter and guide are happy we will try and harvest the animal. Getting close to big herds like this is very exciting and a hunt not to forget.

Warthog roam across southern Africa and are usually in small groups. Old males tend to walk alone. The most success we have is from blinds at waterholes. Pigs drink every day and spend a lot of time at the water. You could also get lucky by running across one while on a stalk but that is uncommon.

Last but not least, we have the Kudu. The Grey Ghost and one of Africas top plains game! Kudu are very clever, they have great eye site and some of the best senses of smell but their strongest trade must be the way they camouflage themselves by just standing still and letting you pass by. We hunt them in high fenced areas as well as free-range spots. they occur naturally in our area and we produce some of the best Kudu hunting in the world. Bulls between 50”-60” are expected. Getting close to a big Kudu bull on foot can be an overwhelming experience, to say the least, and a must for any true hunter. This outfitter will give you a 110% experience of Africa, not only giving you the chance to harvest good trophies but to help you understand our culture, food, people and trackers. It’s the whole experience!

SEASON DATES

March 1, 2019 – October 30, 2019

TRIP DATES

7-Day Safari

10-Day Safari

14-Day Safari

ANIMALS IN PACKAGE

• Duiker
• Impala
• Kudu
• Springbok
• Warthog
• Blue Wildebeest
• Gemsbuck

HUNTING PACKAGE INCLUDES

• Luxurious accommodation at our lodge with hot showers and comfortable beds.
• You will receive 3 meals a day. Most of the meat prepared for lunch and supper will be of the animals harvested!
• There is an open bar with most soft drinks, beer, wine, and hard liquor.
• Daily laundry and cleaning service.
• Services of a professional hunter, trackers, and a skinning team to take care of your trophies once harvested.
• 4×4 land cruiser to help with the hunt.
• A cooler box with refreshments on all hunting vehicles.

HUNTING PACKAGE DOES NOT INCLUDE

• Trophy fees for game wounded or lost
• Accommodation expenses prior to and after the hunt
• Hotel and accommodations prior to and after the safari
• Charter flight from and to Oliver Tambo to Outfitter
• Transport by road to and from Oliver Tambo to Outfitter
• Airport taxes and transport cost
• Import and permit fees required by other countries
• Shipping of trophies and taxidermist bills
• Any other sightseeing than the hunt experience
• Local and International calls and internet
• Medical expenses and insurance
• All DVD and recordings

WHAT TO BRING ON AN AFRICAN SAFARI

1. Good quality sunglasses – preferable polarized.

2. Sun hat

3. Sunscreen

4. Safari shirts, T-shirts and long-sleeved cotton shirts

5. Shorts

6. Long trousers/slacks

7. Track suite

8. More formal clothes for your stay at prestigious city hotels

9. Underwear and socks

10. Good walking shoes

11. Sandals

12. Swimming costume

13. Warm winter jacket

14. Warm anorak or parka, scarf, and gloves for the cold winter months ( May – September)

15. Light rain gear for summer months ( Late November to April)

16. Camera equipment and plenty of batteries

17. If you wear contact lenses, we recommend that you bring along a pair of glasses in case your eyes get irritated from the dust

18. Binoculars – essential

19. Personal toiletries

20. Malaria tablets if applicable

21. Moisturizing cream & Suntan cream

22. Insect repellent e.g. Tabard, Rid, Jungle, etc.

23. Basic medical kit

24. If on chronic medication bring enough for the safari

25. Tissues or “wet wipes”

26. Visas, tickets, passports, and money

27. Waterproof/dustproof bags/cover for your camera

28. Please note that bright colors and white are not advised while you are on safari