Riflescopes and Scope Accessories

Safaris have come a long way over the years. Now you can enjoy all the journey of hunting gigantic game and still have the comforts of modern convenience (electricity, running water, indoor plumbing, web access, telephone, laundry service, traditional South African cuisine). It has also never been safer. Safari services take precautions to make sure that you will be safe during every leg of your trip. Well-equipped safari vehicles and secure hunting blinds will help ensure your safety.

Some of the species you should plan for to encounter on a South African safari are buffalo, giraffe, wildebeest, Roan or Sable antelope, Kudu, zebra, Nyala, Bushbuck, Caracal, Bush pig, Eland, Impala, Jackal, Hyaena, leopard, lion, baboon, ostrich, and warthog. Any lost or wounded animals must be paid for. Prices vary depending on the animal. With skilled hunting guides, trackers and skinners available to you, your chances are good of coming away the hunt successfully. Unlike the United States, there is not a limit as to how many animals you can shoot. So, you will get more than one during your trip.

Most safaris offer both rifle and bow hunting available. The commended rifles to use are .270/.300 or .375. If you are not able to bring your own weapon, there are some available to rent. But be advised that you cannot bring the meat from your game back to the States with you, due to U.S. regulations. Many safari firms,eg Magersfontein Safaris cook the beef of your game while you are there for everyone to enjoy. The antlers and pelt ( or stuffed mount ) can be shipped to you separately and may take many months to arrive.

The best seasons to seek are SA’s winter months ( June, July, and August ) when the temperature may drop to 32 degrees at night and rise to eighty degrees by afternoon. It’s best to dress in layers so you can adjust as the temperatures change. It’s also in the winter months that most insects and snakes are dormant so you should not have to worry about bites. Rain is unusual in this time so no rain gear is needed.

Most South African Safari services offer other activities that may be done during any downtime. Horseback riding, game viewing for photography purposes, night drives, golf, historic sites-all these activities make a safari a great trip for the entire family to enjoy. Most blinds can house someone else besides the hunter so buddies or family are welcome to come along as well. So, consider South Africa for your next South African hunting safari. Thousands of acres of wild game are awaiting your arrival.

Filed under: Rifles and Shotguns on May 16th, 2009