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$ 5480 Per Hunter 1X1
$ 5480 Per Hunter 2X1 $ 1100 Per Observer (Prices are valid from 1 November 2009 Until 31 December 2010) The 7 Day Eastern Cape Hunting Package avords clients the opportunity of hunting in one of the fastest growing conservation areas in South Africa. The region is nestled between the towering Drakensberg Mountains in the West and the deep blue waters of the Indian Ocean in the east. The package includes the trophy fees for four animals. Our hunting packages contain no hidden costs, everything is included even the dipping of trophies. The only safari related cost which it does not include is the packing and shipping cost of dipped trophies and taxidermy work. Guests are met upon arrival at Johannesburg International ( O.R. Tambo) 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 at the hunting camps and is included in the price. Our professional hunters have many years of hunting experience. 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 80% 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.
Trophies Included in this Package
Hunting Lodges and Camps used in this Package This safari will be conducted from one of the camps to which a link is provided below. We decide the specific camp based on the availability of trophies in the concession areas. Though different in character all of the camps are very comfortable, even luxurious, with all modern amenities always available. Our primary camp in the area is always the first one listed. Click on the name of the camp to view details. Camps in the Eastern Cape
Safari Itinerary Day 1: Arrival - Eastern Cape Guests are met upon arrival at O.R. Tambo International by their professional hunter or hunters.They will be holding a sign with your name on as you enter the arrivals lounge. From here the party boards a flight (1hr 40 minutes) to the coastal city of Port Elizabeth. Clients and professional hunters are met upon arrival at Port Elizabeth Airport from we travel to the hunting camp which is situated about an hours drive from the airport. Day 2-6: Hunting Eastern Cape The area receives increased rainfall as one moves from west to east where it is bordered by the Indian Ocean. To the west lies the Karoo, which is a semi-arid type desert land. Most of the area is hilly and some portions are quite mountainous. The climate can be varied, with frosty winters and hot summers in the western reaches of the province. To the east, rainfall is more plentiful with higher humidity and a more sub-tropical climate along the coast. All of the popular plains game species can be found in the Eastern Cape including a few not found in other areas; for example the Vaal Rhebok. Many large game ranches are home to sustainable numbers of Africa’s numerous antelope species. 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 10:30 to 11:00 at which time we would either 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 15:00 from which time we hunt until sunset. The methods 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, are limited by not being able to walk long distances or simply want an easier way hunting the plains game species of Africa. Your Professional Hunter will discuss these options with you after arrival, and all 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 on safari 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. Species which are available in the Bushveld area include : You are welcome to take trophies in addition to the ones in your package should the opportunity present itself. Additional trophies are charged at the list price. Blesbok ( Common),Bontebok, Blue Wildebeest, Blue Duiker, Bush Pig, Bushbuck, Cape Buffalo, Caracal, Common Reedbuck, Eland, Gemsbok, Giraffe, Grey Duiker, Impala, Jackal, Klipspringer, Kudu, Ostrich, Nyala, Red Hartebeest, Steenbok, Tsessebe, Warthog, Waterbuck, Burchells Zebra, Cape Mountain Zebra. Day 7: Departure |
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