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South Africa is a well-established destination for international hunters, but sensible travel precautions remain important. Most visiting hunters arrange airport collection through their outfitter and travel directly to their hunting accommodation.
For hunters planning a safari, our guide to hunting in South Africa explains the hunting opportunities and arrangements available.
As with any international destination, avoid unnecessary travel alone at night, confirm airport transfers in advance and follow current local travel advice.
So you’re off on an African hunting safari and just in need of some good old-fashioned advice on what to pack in terms of medical equipment? The old saying “rather safe than sorry” comes to mind here: Don’t take any risks and think of consequences!
Meet with your doctor prior to departure!
Vaccination requirements and recommendations depend on the country you're visiting, your travel history, transit arrangements and personal medical circumstances. Before departure, consult your doctor or travel-health clinic and check the latest guidance from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
For South Africa, yellow fever vaccination is not routinely recommended solely for visiting the country, although proof of vaccination may be required when arriving from or transiting through certain countries where yellow fever occurs.
When booking your African hunting safari, ensure that you book through a trustworthy and dependable broker. Please do your research and ensure that they are, in fact, reputable! Don’t book travel to areas with unrest or known terrorist activity, and ensure that when you book your travel insurance, that it includes extraction from dangerous regions or situations.
Before departure, watch the US State Department’s website: (https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/traveladvisories/traveladvisories.html/) for updated travel information and warnings.
Snakes, insects and other small wildlife are part of hunting in Africa, but the likelihood of encountering them varies considerably between countries, hunting areas and seasons. Your professional hunter will understand the local conditions and explain any precautions worth taking.
Yes, encountering snakes is possible on an African hunting safari, although how often hunters see them depends on the area, season and conditions. Snakes generally avoid unnecessary contact with people, but hunters should remain aware of where they walk, particularly around rocks, thick vegetation and fallen timber.
If you encounter a snake, keep your distance and follow your professional hunter's instructions. Never attempt to handle or approach it. If someone is bitten, seek urgent medical assistance rather than attempting field remedies.
Insects are part of hunting in Africa, although their numbers vary according to the country, season and local conditions. Mosquitoes, ticks, bees and other biting or stinging insects may be encountered, even during cooler months. Pack a suitable insect repellent and ask your outfitter what conditions to expect in the hunting area.
Some African hunting destinations are in malaria-risk regions. Before travelling, confirm the location of your hunting concession and discuss malaria prevention with a travel-health professional. Preventive medication may be recommended depending on the destination, season and your personal medical circumstances. Hunters with known severe allergies should also consult their doctor about appropriate emergency medication.
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