Africa
Rifle Hunting
Game is usually spotted from the hunting vehicle during the early morning or late afternoon and stalked on foot. However, at the client’s request, the entire hunt can be done on foot. When hunting on foot, shooting is normally done from a standing position using shooting sticks as this improves shot placement and because brush and grass can make shooting from a sitting positions impossible.
It is advisable that the hunter is in a good physical condition and a reasonable shot, as these factors always influence the outcome of the hunt.
Calibre and Bullets
The toughness of African game is renowned. For small and medium sized plains game(impala up to kudu) a bolt action or single shot rifle of .270 or 30-06 caliber is recommended if a proper bullet is used. For big game like Eland a larger caliber rifle like a .338 will be sufficient. For thick-skinned game (Buffalo or Giraffe) the minimum caliber allowed is a .375 magnum.
Many hunters find that a .375 mag. is a very good all-round rifle for both plains and dangerous game hunting. When selecting a bullet it is important to remember to only use heavily constructed bullets like Trophy Bonded Bear Claw, Swift A-Frame, Winchester Fail-Safe and Barnes X. We do not recommend polymer tipped bullets in a high-powered rifle.
“Remember like with all hunting, bullet placement is everything and please bring the gun or guns you are most confident with”
Many hunters go out and buy a heavy recoiling gun a month before coming to Africa because they think they are going to need a super powerful gun. Very often this is a mistake and they find they have more gun than they can handle.
Scopes
Fit your rifle with a good quality scope; a 4x is a good all-round power but a quality variable of 3x-9 also works. When you travel with only one rifle it’ is advisable to bring a spare scope and transport these in a good quality gun case.
Pricelist
Rate Card
Pricelist are based on current exchange rate and may change according to fluctuation. A 50% deposit is charged on the total of your daily rate. This % is not refundable if there is a cancellation. However, the % will be credited to your next safari booking.
Africa
Bow Hunting
Bow hunting is rapidly gaining popularity across Africa, and our concessions are well-prepared to accommodate bowhunters. We have strategically positioned a variety of blinds to enhance the hunting experience and increase the likelihood of a successful hunt. These blinds vary from ground-level to elevated blinds, and include tree stands to cater to different hunting styles and preferences. Typically, the shooting distances at these blinds range from 12 to 23 meters, offering both challenge and accessibility.
Preparation
Before coming to Africa, archers must know their capabilities and should at least be able to shoot from either the sitting or standing positions. It is essential that archers should also practice shooting through a relatively small hole from inside a blind as shooting through such as small hole in an enclosure can be distracting. Furthermore, archers should know the anatomy of African game as shot placement is everything. Often the heart-lung area is situated much lower and further forward than in game animals in other parts of the world.
Equipment and Restrictions
Generally a bow and arrow combination that can produce a minimum of 65lbs. of kinetic energy with broadhead-tipped arrows is recommended. As it is often very dark inside blinds you may have difficulty in seeing your sight pins. Lighted sight pins are therefore a must when hunting from inside a blind. A laser rangefinder like Nikon or Bushnell is also recommended.
Important
Please Note
You need to have a CITES import permit approved before you import the animal so you MUST apply well in advance because the process can take up to 90 days for approval. ALSO the country where you shoot the Leopard will not issue you with and export permit unless you have your import permit in hand!
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