John Howard
Owner
Tel: 706 681 4890
Email: john@dreamhuntsafaris.com
133 A Maringo Creek Road Phenix City, AL 36869
Dream Hunt Safaris was started, due to one man’s “Dream” to “Hunt” the wilds of Africa. (Safari) which is Swahili for “long journey’ applies well to adventure seekers not indigenous to Africa. Here at Dream Hunt Safaris, our goal is to assist you in the planning of your own “Dream Hunt”. We encourage you to make your “Dream Hunt” a reality. We focus on the whole African experience, from the beauty of an African sun set, to the relaxing atmosphere around the campfire. While the “Hunt” may be your main focus, we do our best to ensure that a successful harvest of your trophy’s, is not the only highlight of your adventure. Africa has so much to offer, from beautiful scenery’s, to amazing wildlife. Quite often the site that you aren’t looking for, are equally amazing as the ones you are. For non-hunters we offer eco-safaris, to make an African Adventure available to all that are interested in the “Whole African Experience.”
Information
How do we function?
The responsibility will be yours for the booking of your own flight tickets with the airline of your choice, and then further to inform us concerning flight number, times of arrival and departure. However, we will be glad to advise.
Trophies and Meat
No meat can be exported, Trophies may, however, be exported. Our fees include only field preparation of trophies. You will therefore be required to enter into an agreement with a local taxidermist for the further processing of your trophies and for the payment of their fees. We will arrange this for you and further inspect the trophies prior to export thereof, also ensuring that correct addresses are attached.
Liability
Whilst all care and precautions are taken to prevent accidents it should be noted that any safari activity is potentially hazardous, and it is essential that all lawful direction and advice of the safari operator or professional hunter be followed. We accept no responsibility for illness, accident or loss whatsoever incurred in the course of the safari, or for any expenses arising from such illness, accidents or loss. We accept no responsibility for late arrival of weapons or luggage or for cost incurred to collect such items from any airport or other place. Should weapons or luggage arrive late and Dream Hunt Safari have to collect such items, a fee will be charged. We also suggest you take out the necessary insurance to cover yourself and your property. Dream Hunt Safaris cannot be held responsible for any delays in flights.
Firearms
We recommend clients to bring their own firearms and a good supply of ammunition. Over the years, we have found weapons such as 30 06; -308;.300 Win Mag or similar, are ideal for plains game. A larger caliber weapon such as a .375 H&H or larger is required by legislation for certain dangerous game. Firearms can also be provided by the outfitter. Most hunting is done from March through to October. The colder months are May, June and July.
Safety
We wish to stress that you will be quite safe and that we will take utmost care to ensure your safety. Furthermore we would like to point out that conditions are overall quite safe and secure. On arrival at Johannesburg International Airport we will meet you. We will then assist in the clearing of your rifles and ammunition, if you choose to bring your own, for entry into the country and on completion thereof, depart for the camp.
General Guidelines
We can customize a package according to each individual hunter’s needs and preferences. Dangerous game does fall into a different category altogether, but details in this regard can be addressed while negotiating an agreement. Each client will be required to abide by all hunting rules and instructions as given by the Professional Hunter, who will advise you, the hunter, all the way and to the best of his ability.
Health
We advise clients and their guests to consult their doctors prior to their departure to South Africa. Our camp and hunting concessions are situated in Malaria-free areas. A first aid box will be available in camp and in all vehicles for use by the clients and their guests.
Clothing
We recommend khaki, brown or dark green clothing for hunting. Camouflage can also be used. A good pair of boots and a broad brimmed hat is advisable, as well as warm clothing for the evenings and early mornings as these can be very cold during the winter months.
Game
| SPECIES | TROPHY FEES (killed or wounded) |
|---|---|
| Impala | $500.00 |
| Blue Wildebeest | $1,100.00 |
| Kudu | $2,400.00 |
| Plains Zebra | $1,300.00 |
| Warthog | $500.00 |
| Eland | $2,400.00 |
| Waterbuck | $2,500.00 |
| Nayla | $2,400.00 |
| Bushbuck | $1,400.00 |
| Bush Pig | $600.00 |
| Black backed Jackal | $300.00 |
| Giraffe | $3,500.00 |
| Red Hartebeest | $1,300.00 |
| Gemsbok | $1,400.00 |
| Black Wildebeest | $1,300.00 |
| Ostrich | $600.00 |
| Springbuck | $500.00 |
| White Springbuck | $1,200.00 |
| Black Springbuck | $700.00 |
| Blesbuck | $500.00 |
| White Blesbuck | $650.00 |
| Mountain Reedbuck | $900.00 |
| Grey Rhebuck | $1,200.00 |
| Cape Buffalo Bull | $13,500.00 |
| Cape Buffalo Female | $4,750.00 |
| Sable | $4,000.00 |
| Roan | $4,000.00 |
| Steenbok | $550.00 |
| Duiker | $550.00 |
Rates
| Hunter per day 1 x 1 | $400.00 |
| 2 x 1 | $350.00 |
| Non-hunter per day | $225.00 |
| Eco-safaris (per person) | $350.00 |
| Wing shooting per day | $550.00 |
| Airport Transfer | $450.00 |
Included in package:
- Services of licensed professional hunters
- Trained skinners, trackers and camp staff
- Field preparation of trophies
- Permits and licenses
- Lodging
- Use of 4×4 vehicles for hunting purposes
- Setting of rifles
- All meals and soft drinks
Excluded from package:
- All Air Fares
- All special license and permit fees
- Gratuities for PH and staff
- Site seeing tours
- Pre & post safari accommodation
- Taxidermy fees
- Shipment of mounts to U.S.
- Airport transfer to and from lodge $500 USD
Suggested Packing Lists
Clothing
It is unnecessary to pack excessive clothing because laundry services are usually provided. Three changes of clothing are adequate as laundry is done regularly. Outer clothes should be dark green or dark khaki in color. It is acceptable to wear camouflage clothing during the hunt in South Africa, but not advisable in the cities and towns you may visit during one of the planned activities.
Our suggestion:
- 4 Shirts, 2 long sleeve and 2 short sleeved
- 4 long trousers
- 1 Lightweight hunting jacket or fleece.
- 1 Light to medium down jacket, depending time of year
- 1 lightweight raincoat, example; frog togs
- 4 sets of underwear
- 1 boonie hat or wide brim field hat
- 6 pairs medium weight socks
- 1 pair hunting boots. We suggest not breaking in new boots on your safari. Sore feet may hinder your enjoyment.
- 1 pair of gloves
Equipment
- Maximum three firearms (one shotgun, two rifles of different caliber, take only the firearms you will use.)
- Up to 100 rounds of ammunition per firearm. Shotgun shells can be purchased in country.
- Lightweight binoculars preferably 7×35, 8×40, 10×42.
- Camera (Remember plenty of SD cards and spare batteries)
- Day bag small to medium soft bag for carrying camera, and personal items.
- Good flashlight with extra batteries.
- Proper hunting knife, which must be shipped in locked rifle case.
- Good pair of sunglasses (polarized for fishing)
- Miscellaneous, personal toilet kit, extra pair eyeglasses, insect repellent, good quality sunscreen, lip balm, tobacco and/or cigarettes, personal medication.
Contact
John Howard
Owner
Tel: 706 681 4890
Email: john@dreamhuntsafaris.com
133 A Maringo Creek Road Phenix City, AL 36869
Contact Us
Safari Wild Africa
Hunting Safaris
Republic of South Africa
Cell: +27 82 381 8857
Fax: +27 86 270 9461
E-mail: daan@safariwildafrica.co.za
www.safariwildafrica.co.za
Genesis 9:2-3
“The fear and dread of you will fall on all the beasts of the earth, and on all the birds in the sky, on every creature that moves along the ground, and on all the fish in the sea; they are given into your hand. Everything that lives and moves about will be food for you. Just as I gave you the green plants, I now give you everything.”
In memory of (Uncle Phil) Phil Swearingin. The man that led me to Africa, and closer to the Lord
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