Hunting Information
Hunting season The prime hunting period is from April to end of October. Temperatures in autumn and spring months (Apr. May. September. October) will range from 60 f to 90 f and cool down between 40 f to 60 f during winter (June. July. August) animals are in rut late May, June and early July. Travelling Direct flights on South African Airways depart daily from JFK New York or Dulles airport. Flights are also available on Delta Airlines which depart from Atlanta airport. Flight duration is about 14 -18 hours. A valid passport is needed to enter South Africa. An additional flight needs to be taken from Johannesburg international to Polokwane airport where Dumukwa Safaris staff will meet you. 
Rifles and ammunition Before depature, all weapons must be declared at U.S. Customs. The document issued along with SAPS 520 and an invitational letter from us will be needed to bring your weapons into South Africa. The law governing international flights demands that rifles and ammunition be transported in separate lockable cases. After claiming your luggage on arrival, you will go to the South African police service office where you can claim your weapons. Your rifles will be inspected and an import permit for the duration of your stay will be issued. We can also assist you in obtaining your weapon import permit ahead of your safari. This is highly recommended and will save you alot of time going through customs. Recommended caliber for plains game hunts is among the 30-caliber class. ( 338, 300, 30.06, 375 or 7mm ). 60 rounds of soft nose ammunition will be sufficient. Required caliber for big game is a minimum of 375. 40 rounds of soft nose and 40 rounds of solids are required. Recommended bullets are Barnes X, Trophy Bonded Bear Claw or Swift a-Frame. Bowhunting The best time to book your safari will be from the end of May until the end of October. Recommended Broadheads are Muzzies, Thunderheads and Rocky Mountain Titanium with a weight of approximately 100-125 grain. Shafts should be carbon-aluminium or carbon aluminium composite. For dangerous game, two blade broadheads are recommended with a minimum of an 80 pound bow. Average shots are from 15 to 40 yards from strategically placed blinds or on foot. Health No vaccination is required, but anti-malaria prophylaxis is recommended. See your local CDC for up to date information. 
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