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Safari Booking Guide

At Bull’s Eye Safaris we understand that booking a safari is for most people a big decision, therefore we will be there to help and assist you every step of the way. From the moment when you contact us till you have memories on the way back home. Seeing that we have been in this business a long time we can provide you with good advice and assistance.

Below we provide a guide to book your African dream Safari which outlines the whole process, just as supportive information. Please feel free to contact us with questions or uncertainties. A compact 7 day / 6 night hunt is good, but if you can afford it, we recommend a 10 day / 9 night safari. This will help you to get over jet lag and widen the opportunities we offer you. This also ensures a more relaxing hunt and enjoyable time.

Booking your Safari

  1. Choose one of our standard hunting packages, fully inclusive of : Trophy fees for the animals which are specified in the package. You can still change your animals but then the package price will be adjusted accordingly. Daily rate (accommodation, meals, land transport and the service of experienced professional hunter, it also includes 15% government tax on the daily rate.)

  2. Provide us with your wish list and we will tailor-made your own fully inclusive package for you.

  3. A la carte Safari : Daily rates includes 15% government tax. Hunt animals as the opportunity arises. Prices as per our standard price list.

In any of the above cases:

  1. Additional trophies can be added at the price list rate.

  2. Guest are met upon arrival at O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg and will be returned there upon completion of the safari at no extra cost.

When you have selected the safari you would like to book, the safari contract providing all the details of the upcoming safari will befinalized and  signed and you will be required to pay the deposit, depending on the nature of the safari.

Step by step

  1. Pick your dates and contact us.

  2. When availability is good you can pay the deposit to our account. Please keep the proof of payment.

  3. ASAP do your airline reservation - it might save you money.

  4. Please email this to us and we are set.

  5. If you hunt with a rifle, please follow the steps under Importation of rifles.

  6. Finally please download the check list documents below. We have put together a check list to help you with the  planning of your trip to South Africa.

Things to remember Arriving at the Airport

Importation of rifles

  1. A deposit of $500 is required to confirm a booking on plains game and 20% of the total of a Big 5 safaris.

  2. Balance is payable after the hunt.

  3. Trophy fees are payable on all animals killed or wounded and lost, prior to departure.

  4. Deposits are not refundable, however by negotiation can be carried over to the following season.

  5. All payments are to be made in cash or EFT to our account before departure. Please make sure to make the necessary arrangements with your banker.

  6. 15% Value added tax is payable on any animals wounded, lost or not exported. All taxes paid on your safari can be claimed back at the airport on your departure.

  7. All reasonable precautions to ensure the safety and good health of our clients will be taken. However, no liability will be accepted for injury, losses or illness, before, during or after the safari.

  8. We provide an in-house taxidermist and will refer you to a reputable shipping agent. Should you decide to use our own, no responsibility whatsoever will be accepted by us for any loss or damage occurring to your trophies or damage occurring to your trophies prior to, during or after packing, shipping, tanning and mounting. Please also remember to insure your trophies.

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Terms and Conditions

  1. A temporary import permit (SAPS 520) from the South African police service is required to bring your rifle into SA. This permit is issued on your arrival at Johannesburg.

  2. There are companies and individuals offering an importation service at a fee. It is not necessary to make use of them if you follow these steps.

  3. You are allowed to bring 2 rifles per person (not of the same caliber) and 5 pounds of ammo for each rifle.

  4. We will apply for the permit on your behalf for free if you send us the following documentation:
    *Copy of passport.
    *Stamped customs declaration form DA4457.
    *Airline itinerary.
    *Please complete the rifle importation sheet. You can download it at the bottom of this page.
    *We will have your letter of invitation with us on your arrival but if you decide to use a rifle broker, we can recommend Adel at www.hunterspermitsafrica.co.za

  5. No semi automation, automation or two rifles of the same caliber is allowed. Therefore a .270, 30-06 and 300 will do well. Barres TSX bullets perform well on African game

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