Frequently Asked Questions

What if I have food allergies?

You should inform us in advance of your food allergies and our kitchen staff will adjust the food and preparation of food accordingly.

Is it safe to travel there?

Yes, it is.

What happens to the meat after we shoot the animals?

We have different options for how the meat is used - no meat is wasted.

What adapters will I need to charge my phone etc. or are they provided?

Adapters are provided at the lodge.

Can I get insect repellant there of should I bring it from home?

You can get it here.

Are there places nearby to purchase souvenirs?

Yes, we can arrange that.

Will we need to get our own transportation to and from the Airport?

No, one of our staff members will pick you up at the airport and drop you off at the airport.

What shots will I need before I come?

Please see US embassy website, but we would advise you not to take any shots, because it is not necessary.

Weather averages different times of the year?

The summers are long, hot, and partly cloudy, and the winters are short, cool, dry, and clear. Over the course of the year, the temperature typically varies from 45°F to 90°F and is rarely below 39°F or above 98°F.

The hot season lasts for 6,5 months, from September 13 to March 28, with an average daily high temperature above 87°F. The hottest day of the year is February 10, with an average high of 90°F and low of 70°F.

The cool season lasts for 2.1 months, from May 31 to August 1, with an average daily high temperature below 78°F. The coldest day of the year is July 5, with an average low of 45°F and high of 75°F.

When is the best time to come?

We are open throughout the year, but March through October seem to be the most popular months for hunting safaris.

What caliber is best for plains game?

Plains Game: calibers .308, 7mm, 300 or 30.06 will be sufficient.

Dangerous Game: .375 minimum

If you want to rent our guns, what is the cost and what calibers are available?

You can hire a rifle at $50 per client per day – excluding the cost of ammo

What do I need to do to bring my own gun?

See gun instructions and forms on our website.

What species do you have available to hunt in your areas?

We offer all the different species in South Africa, from the Big 5 to the Small 5.

We also have some wonderful concessions all over Southern Africa where we take our clients for species not found in our own areas.

What is the best time of year to come and hunt?

Hunting is excellent throughout the year and it depends on what kind of temperatures you enjoy. October through to March is our summer months and maximum temperatures of up to 40 degrees Celsius can be expected.

April to September is our cooler months and in the middle of Winter, minimum Temperatures of around freezing can be expected early morning and in the evening.

Any malaria in your hunting areas?

Limpopo Province is a malaria free area and no other specific vaccines are needed.

Malaria Tablets is required when visiting the Kruger National Park.

What hunting methods are used?

Hunting is mostly done by spot and stalk methods.

Hunting vehicles are used to get to good areas to start walking or until game is spotted.
Methods can be adjusted according to the fitness of our clients.

.300 Win Mag is a very good all-around calibre for African Game.
For Dangerous Game, a minimum of .375 H&H needs to be used.

Hunting range is between 100 to 250 yards.

Besides hunting, what are some other activities?

Kruger National Park, Spa, Golf, Shark Cage Dives, Game Photo Safari’s, Bush Walks, Souvenir Shopping, Fishing, Bird Watching

Booking your Flights

All Flights out of America, Europe and Australia will first arrive in Johannesburg, there we meet and greet most of our clients.

You are responsible for your own flight arrangements.