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14 Day Limpopo and Free State Package

The 14 Day Limpopo and Free State Hunting Package offers clients the opportunity of hunting two very different regions in South Africa. The package includes eight of the most sought after plains game trophies in South Africa and is a very affordable way of experiencing a quality African Hunt. Our hunting packages contain no hidden costs. The only safari related cost which it does not include is the dipping, packing and shipping of trophies and taxidermy work.

Clients are met upon arrival at O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg and are returned there upon completion of the safari. Accommodation is in first rate hunting camps and lodges where all modern amenities are available. Food is prepared to the highest standard and a large variety of alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages are available and included. The success rate on the trophies is close to 100%. If however you do not take one of the trophies which is included in the package, 90% of the list price of the trophy is deducted from your hunting safari price. A deposit of 20% is payable upon booking your hunting package. The balance is payable upon completion of the safari.

If your flight arrives after 1pm we suggest you overnight at the Lombardy Hotel on the day of arrival and start the safari on the following day. Cost of $200 per person includes accommodation meals and a transfer to the hotel from O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg. If you do not wish to bring your own rifles, you are welcome to hunt with one of the rifles of your professional hunter. The only cost involved in this is the replacement cost of ammunition ($100).

Trophies Included :

Package Prices Include :

An unforgettable experience in Africa
Trophy fees for animals included
All accommodation and catering
All land transportation for the duration
Services of a Professional Hunter
Services of camp staff
Services of trackers and skinners
Laundry Service
Field Preparation of Trophies
Liquor in moderation
All applicable taxes
All applicable licence and permit fees

Package Prices Exclude :

Air transportation to and from South Africa
Taxidermy Work (See Taxidermy)
Shipping of Trophies (See Taxidermy)
Dipping and Packing of Trophies

1X1 per Hunter - $ 12 385

2X1 per Hunter - $ 11 285

Per Observer - $ 2 925

Hunting Areas, Camps & Lodges

The hunting areas range in size form 3000 to 18000 acres and all provide an exceptional hunting experience. Our primary focus is on ensuring you take the trophies which are included in your safari and we make a determination of which camp to use based on current conditions prior to the starting date of your safari. Our success rate is very close to 100%.

In all cases the camps and lodges we use are luxury, with en suite bathrooms, electricity, stylish decoration and sumptuous food. Places a lady would feel at home and comfortable. Each of the camps and lodges we use feature on our web site in the areas and camps section. We can provide an extensive list of references in your area who have hunted with us and who can bear testament to the quality of accommodation.

A Typical Day on Safari

Hunters: A typical hunting day would start just before dawn at which time coffee and rusks are enjoyed. A selection of breakfast cereals, yogurt and juice is also available at this time. We then embark on the morning hunt. We would normally hunt until about 11:00am at which time we would return to camp for brunch (A full meal which is a combination of breakfast and lunch). Some time is then devoted to relaxing in camp. The hunt is resumed at about 14:30 from which time we hunt until sunset.

The method of hunting employed depends on the preference of the client and can consist of either waking and stalking, hunting from blinds or special vantage points from which we glass and ambush animals. The option of hunting from one of our well equipped vehicles is also available should you have any medical problems, or are limited by not being able to walk long distances. Your Professional Hunter will discuss these options with you after arrival. All of these options are always available. It is not necessary to let us know which method you prefer prior to your arrival.

Observers: Observers are welcome to accompany the hunters on safari, alternatively they can relax in camp. Should the observers in your group be interested in visiting some of the highlights in the area while the hunters are in the field, this can be arranged at an additional charge of $ 80 per observer per day. The additional cost is incurred because we have to send a dedicated guide to take care of observers. On the typical safari observers normally prefer to accompany hunters which does not incur any additional charges.

Hunting Package Itinerary

DAY 1 ARRIVAL BUSHVELD

Guests are met and welcomed upon arrival at O. R. Tambo International by their professional hunter or hunters, who will be holding a sign with your name it on as you enter the arrivals lounge. From here the safari travels to the hunting camp, which is located in the Bushveld. The afternoon is devoted to sighting of rifles and time permitting the first afternoon hunt.

Overnight: Bushveld Camps and Lodges

Meals: Full Board

DAY 2-7 HUNTING BUSHVELD

These days are devoted to hunting the Bushveld. The area is characterized by wooded savannah in varying degrees of density, ranging from densely wooded ravines to rolling hills and open savannah areas. This region supports a large diversity of mammal species and is generally regarded as one of South Africa's finest hunting areas.

Species which are available in the Bushveld area include:

Blesbok(Common), Blesbok(White), Blue Wildebeest, Buffalo, Bush Pig, Bushbuck, Common Reedbuck, Eland, Elephant, Gemsbok, Giraffe, Grey Duiker, Hippopotamus, Impala, Jackal, Klipspringer, Kudu, Leopard, Lion, Nyala, Ostrich, Red Hartebeest, Roan Antelope, Sable Antelope, Steenbok, Tsessebe, Warthog, Waterbuck, White Rhino, Zebra(Burchell's)

You are welcome to take trophies in addition to those included in your package should the opportunity present itself. All dangerous game has to be pre-booked. Additional trophies are charged at list prices.

Overnight: Bushveld Camps and Lodges

Meals: Full Board

DAY 8 BUSHVELD TO EASTERN FREE STATE

After breakfast we leave behind the Bushveld as the safari makes its way south to the Eastern Free State. After a drive of about six hours we arrive in the Free State during the afternoon. Some time is devoted to relaxing before resuming the hunt on the following morning.

Overnight: Free State Camps and Lodges

Meals: Full Board

DAY 9-13 HUNTING EASTERN FREE STATE

The days are spent hunting the Eastern Free State. The area is bordered by Lesotho , a small land locked country which is often referred to as the roof of Africa. The Maluti Mountains which cover a large part of this country offers the most dramatic mountain scenery in Southern Africa. The high altitude ensures the summer months have pleasant days, but the winters can be very cold with snow occurring from time to time. Open plains and some wooded ravines characterize this area. Longer shots are often required on the open grassland. An abundance of different plains game species are found in the area.

Species which are available in the Eastern Free State include:

Black Wildebeest, Blesbok(Common), Blesbok(White), Blue Wildebeest, Bontebok, Buffalo, Bush Pig, Bushbuck, Common Reedbuck, Eland, Elephant, Gemsbok, Giraffe, Grey Duiker, Grey Rhebuck, Impala, Jackal, Kudu, Lechwe(Red), Lion, Mountain Reedbuck, Nyala, Oribi, Ostrich, Red Hartebeest, Roan Antelope, Sable Antelope, Springbok(Black), Springbok(White), Springbok(Common), Steenbok, Tsessebe, Warthog, Waterbuck, White Rhino, Zebra(Burchell's), Zebra(Mountain)

You are welcome to take trophies in addition to the ones in your package should the opportunity present itself. All dangerous game have to be pre booked. Additional trophies are charged at list prices.

Overnight: Free State Camps and Lodges

Meals: Full Board

DAY 14 DEPARTURE

A last morning spent in the African wilderness is followed by a journey to Pretoria and the African Sky office. Some time devoted to paperwork is followed by a late lunch after which guests are transferred to the airport, where a memorable African Hunting Safari ends.

Overnight: None

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Warthog

Warthogs do not see very well, they do however have a very keen sense of smell and hearing. The hunter can utilize this knowledge to his advantage when hunting warthog in South Africa.

Blesbok

The fact that blesbok favor open areas and plains often necessitates longer shots. It is important when hunting blesbok to use a fast caliber with a relatively flat trajectory. A good scope is advised.

Kudu

The Eastern Cape Greater Kudu is found only in the south eastern portion of South Africa. It's coloring is the same as that of the Southern Greater Kudu, but it's horns are noticeably shorter and heavier.

Impala

Impala occur in large numbers throughout South Africa. They are the most common of the antelope species found in the country. Most hunters leave South Africa with at least one impala in the bag.

Blue Wildebeest

Zebra

The blue wildebeest is one of the most common plains game animals found in the northern part of South Africa. It occurs in relatively large herds. Blue wildebeest favor wooded savannah.

Blue Wildebeest

Springbok

Springbok are fairly small antelope that normally have to be taken at long distance. Under these circumstances, it is advisable to make the side on lung shot, for the easiest and most effective kill.

Blue Wildebeest

Zebra

Being an open plains animal, it will often be necessary to make long shots when hunting the black wildebeest. It is a tough animal, clients are advised to make use of a flat shooting .30 calibre to bring down the black wildebeest.

Black Wildebeest

Blue Wildebeest

Zebra

Zebra are most active during the early morning and the late afternoon, they rest during the heat of the day. Zebra have to drink frequently. In areas where they are hunted, Zebra tend to drink at night.

Zebra