Citizens from the U.S.A., Canada or the European Union do not need a VISA to enter South Africa, if staying for 90 days or less.
This hunt for Spiral Horn antelope takes place on a high-fenced ranch spanning more than 19000 acres.
Booking a flight to OR Tambo International Airport to Johannesburg, also known as the “City of Gold,” is the first step in an exciting adventure that will lead you the heart of Africa’s wildlife.
Upon arrival, you are greeted by your host, Gerhard or a member of the hunting team. ,They will assist you with your bags and accompany you on the journey to the hunting lodge, located just a short one-and-a-half-hours drive towards the scenic Cullingan region. As you leave the bustling city behind, you’re treated to stunning landscapes that showcase the beauty of South Africa.From the vibrant city life to the serene beauty of the bush, this adventure is sure to awaken your spirit and ignite your passion for exploration.
Nestled in the bush, the camp is a luxurious retreat that harmonizes with its surroundings. Lodgings are spacious tents or chalets, outfitted with comfortable beds, en-suite bathrooms, and an inviting lounge area. The camp exudes an atmosphere of understated luxury, providing a perfect balance between adventure and comfort.
After a hard day hunting for Spiral horn antelope, many a cold “adult beverage” will be enjoying around bonfire sharing laughs and stories of the passing day.
Over the course of eight days in the breathtaking Cullinan region, each day will bring new challenges and experiences as you set your sights on some of Africa’s most majestic animals.
Kudu Hunting is often regarded as one of the most rewarding pursuits. With their impressive, spiraled horns and graceful movements, Kudu present a unique challenge. . Finding the perfect moment to ” take the shot”, requires patience and skill.
Eland hunting, for the largest of the Spiral horn antelope, poses a significant challenge for any hunter. Eland are both powerful and surprisingly nimble.
Nyala hunting is a pursuit that showcases the beauty of the African bush. With their striking coloration and distinctive spiral horns, Nyala Bulls are a sight to behold. Be very careful when approaching a “dead” Nyala, the ivory on the tips of the horns is incredibly sharp. Nyala have been known to kill hunters by charging forward and the horn tip then severing the femoral artery in the hunters thigh.
Bushbuck hunting is where stealth, strategy and a little luck come to the forefront. Bushbucks are notoriously difficult to find and track as they in habitat dense thickets.
A personal tour guide is available to transfer observers on daily sightseeing trips and tourist activities such as hugging elephants, cuddling lion cubs, horse riding, shopping at local markets. All these activities are within an hour’s drive from the hunting area and observers will be back before sunset to celebrate the daily hunting success with the hunters over a glass of wine, or a cold beer.
South Africa is not regulated with regards to a specific hunting season and Plains Game Hunts can take place throughout the all year. The cooler months, which run from April to October are preferred. In summer, the temperatures are just to high. The drier months see the grasses being shorter in the veld, and the bush veld not as dense, both of which allows hunters to more easily spot their prey.
The months of November through to February are also the rainy season. Rain showers and bad weather can continue for days in the hotter months.
While the provision of a suitable hunting rifle is included on this African hunt, you may want to bring your own, being familiar and knowing trajectories etc. To import a firearm into South Africa for the purpose of hunting, you will need to complete a SAPS 520 form which you can obtain online.
International hunters bringing their own rifles will need to provide copy passports, copy airline tickets, letter of invitation from Gerhard and proof of ownership (Customs declaration form 4457 for US citizens).
South African is renowned for its exceptional African plains game hunting options, and this hunting safari will not disappoint. Additional plains game species are available on request. Have a chat to Gerhard.
Please note that terms, conditions and price are subject to change without notice and rates at the time of the hunt will apply
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