Packing List

What to pack:

Documents

  • Valid Passport (At least 3 empty pages) + 2 copies, keep copies separate from originals.
  • Customs registration of cameras, lenses, binoculars etc.
  • Taxidermist shipping address and information (tags) & Brokers info (port of entry).
  • Copy of CITIES permit if required for species hunted.
  • Travelers cheques or money for payments.

Firearms / Bows

  • Plains game hunting: Rifle caliber: 30-06, 7mm, .300, .338 – 100 Rounds (softs)
  • Any good core bonded bullet.
  • Big 5 hunting: .375 caliber or bigger – 60 Rounds ammo, 20 Solid, 40 soft trophy bonded.
  • Shotgun (12-20 g) – 200 Rounds
  • Ammo carrying pouch.
  • Hard gun case for shipping.
  • Soft gun case for vehicle transportation in field.
  • Documentation regarding the importation of your fire-arm:
  • Invitation letter from outfitter + 2 copies
  • Customs Declaration Form 4457 (officially stamped) + 2 copies
  • Temporary Import Application SAP520 form
  • Supporting documentation, serial numbers etc.

Clothing

(In June and July early morning temperatures can go as low as 30 deg F.)

  • 3 Sets of Camo hunting clothing or military camo / any dark coloured hunting clothing (not heavy), for 7-10 day hunt.
  • 1 Pair of warm gloves.
  • 2 Jackets ( one warm and one light weight ).
  • 2 Sweaters.
  • Fleece vest or a down vest.
  • 1 pr. Sneakers or sandals for wearing in camp.
  • 2 prs. Light weight hunting boots, (Danner, Rocky Mountain, Hi Tec), comfortable and well worn.
  • Short pants,1 pair, for months other than May, June, July or August (day temperature in winter, 65 – 80 F)
  • Casual wear for evening or relaxation.
  • 1 Pair of long underwear- for June and July.
  • Hat or cap to wear against sun.
  • Rain gear.
  • Leather belt.
  • Swimsuit for months September to April.

Miscellaneous

  • Small flashlight with extra batteries and bulb.
  • Sun glasse and / or shooting glasses.
  • Range finder 400 plus, if you have one (Not a necessity).
  • Knife and sharpening kit.
  • Camera and spare film, lenses etc.
  • Binoculars 8 x 42 or 10 x 42.
  • Plastic Ziplock bags to dust proof / waterproof cameras etc.

Personal Toiletries & Medication

  • Personal toiletries.
  • Lip ice, antacid, moisturizer.
  • Medication if any needed (Enough for duration of stay).
  • No Malaria in Kalahari and Great Marico Region, for Malaria areas, bring & drink Malaria tablets
  • Suntan lotion and blockout.

Things To Do

  • Practice shooting from shooting sticks / shooting sticks will be provided.
  • Read Kevin Robertson’s book on shot placement (THE PERFECT SHOT).