before the hunt
We prepared the following information to ensure you have peace of mind while planning your hunting safari.
Contact us if you require any other information.
We prepared the following information to ensure you have peace of mind while planning your hunting safari.
Contact us if you require any other information.
Here are some facts about hunting in our beautiful country:
Special rifles are not needed to ensure the ultimate hunting experience. If you have a rifle in the .30 caliber family, with a good variable scope, you have all you need for a good plains game hunt. Bullet choice is more important.
A South African hunt is generally cheaper than in other parts of the world, you harvest multiple species (6-8) and all aspects of your hunt are “first class”. It is the best value for money available!!!
African professional hunters and outfitters can accommodate anyone. It is spot and stalk, most of the time, but you the hunter, set the pace! We are also equipped to deal with most situations from disabled hunters to special forces trained hunters, we will adapt the hunting to your ability and comfort, if your 10 year old kid wants to join the hunt, we will adapt to him/her.
You may need to update a few shots. This is good advice for any trip abroad. You will not be in contact with many people. The food is excellent! Drinking water is bottled. Burke Safaris will not place risk on your health or safety.
(Snakes, insects, large beasts). During hunting seasons there are very few insects. You will not be eaten by a lion. People are friendly, and your hosts will not expose you to hostile locals.
You partially fill out one form if you bring your own rifle, which is signed on arrival and your professional hunter will be there to assist you with any problems you may encounter. There are no forms that need to be filled in if you bring your own bow.
All Trophies will be handled by professional people who do this for a living, Certified Taxidermies.
While on the hunt, the meat hunted is prepared for the hunters to enjoy. What is left over is either processed and used by the staff or sold to various individuals of which some are people from local communities who cannot afford to buy meat from butcheries as the price is too high.
The best time for hunting in Africa is March till October. One small bag of clothing is plenty, you would experience temperatures varying in the following ranges:
March & April
50-80 °F Limpopo (North)
May & June
40-70 °F Limpopo (North)
July & August
35-70 °F Limpopo (North)
September & Oct
50-80 °F Limpopo (North)
Burke Safaris understands that booking an African Safari is a big decision and that anyone thinking of it has several questions. We would like to be there for you all the way, from the moment you start planning till the day your precious trophies are against your wall in your home.
Here is a short step-by-step guide of how it works and we will personally walk you through every facet.
Documentation you will need:
Safari Reservation.
Invitation Letter.
Indemnity Form.
Firearm Importation Document. (Only if you bring your own rifle)
Choose the animals you would like to hunt from our price list or from one of the packages, which are fully inclusive of:
Daily rate (Includes: accommodation, all meals, beverages, daily laundry, room cleaning service, transportation to and from hunting areas for the duration of the hunt, services of an experienced professional hunter, tracker & skinner plus 15% government tax on the daily rate.)
Trophy fees for the animals which are specified in the package.
TAKE NOTE:
In any of the above cases, additional trophies can be added at the price list rate.
When you have selected the safari you would like to book, the safari reservation with all the details of your upcoming safari, will be finalized and signed and you will be required to pay the deposit as specified by the package selected or the quotation received, depending on the nature of the safari.
After we have agreed on the date of your safari and the amount of days you are to be here in South Africa you can go ahead in booking your airline ticket.
NOTE: The further ahead of your book your ticket the better price you’ll get!
US Clients
A direct flight to OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg is recommended either with Delta departing from Atlanta or South African Airways.
By now everything is in place and lined up for your upcoming safari! The “preparation time” and the build-up to your safari are all a part of what makes hunting in Africa addictive.
Day Bag – small to medium, soft bag for carrying personal items.
Camera – don’t forget plenty of spare batteries and memory.
Soft Gun Case – only when you bring your own rifle.
Light weight binoculars – preferably 7×35 or 8×32.
Good Flashlight – pack extra batteries.
A pair of ultra violet blocking sunglasses.
The usual toiletries with towel. (Burke Safaris have bath towels and soap available at our main camp in each chalet)
Very important: Very high rated sunblock/sunscreen fluid as well as a solid hat.
Miscellaneous – personal toiletries, extra eyeglasses, insect repellent, good quality sunscreen (at least SPF 30), lip balm, reading material, personal tobacco products, and any personal medication
It is unnecessary to pack excessive clothing because laundry services are provided daily. Three changes of clothes are perfectly adequate for any length of stay.
Suggested list of clothing:
Four shirts—two long-sleeved and two short-sleeved (olive green or dark khaki).
Two long trousers.
Soft Gun Case – only when you bring your own rifle.
Three walking shorts.
Light-weight hunting jacket.
Light to medium jacket.
Light raincoat.
Four sets of underwear.
Sweater or Sweatshirt.
“Boonie” hat or other such wide-brimmed hat.
Six pairs medium socks.
One pair of lodge slippers.
Two pairs of walking shoes.
One pair of gloves.
Note: Whatever your choice, shoe or boot, the soles should be made of rubber without lugs or cleats so that you can move quietly while stalking and tracking game. Dark-colored boots/shoes are recommended, Not White.
A receipt of payment will be confirmed by e-mail.
Confirmation of safari dates will be done via e-mail.
Payments at the end of your safari may be made in cash, credit card, or EFT.
For your convenience, we accept VISA/MASTER/AMERICAN EXPRESS/DINERS CLUB credit cards.
Full refund for cancellation received up to 45 days in advance of the arrival day.
Prices are subject to change without notice due to currency fluctuations.
Traveler's Cheques.
Personal Cheques.
Debit Cards.
For your peace of mind, we recommend that you take out travel and medical insurance prior to your departure. If you are using medication, you must remember to bring enough for your entire stay, and that all medications are contained in the prescribed packaging.
Please inform Burke Safaris of any medical conditions, such as allergies, disabilities, and/or physical limitations.
South Africa is mostly malaria-free with the only reported cases being in certain isolated areas in the northernmost reaches of the country. Malaria occurs mostly in Zimbabwe, Tanzania, Botswana, and Mozambique. Malarial prophylactic is recommended if you are traveling to these areas. We recommend that you get vaccinated for Hepatitis A & B, as well as Tetanus, before departing for your safari.
