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Tell us about your expectations are in terms of trophy quality for each animal that is important to you. This will enable us to make sure you will have the opportunity to take an animal of that quality. Be specific.
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Don't go "over gunned." Anything from a .270 to a .300 Magnum will suffice for African plains game. Bring a rifle that you like to shoot, and practice with it out to 200 yards. If you can consistently hit a 10 inch circle at 200 yards you are ready.
Remember that shots can be from 20 - 250 yards, so practice.
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If you are going to be pursuing any of Africa's larger animals or dangerous game use a .375 H&H caliber rifle or larger. Make sure you practice with it. If you are recoil sensitive get a rifle with a muzzle brake and a mercury recoil reducer.
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Be certain to disclose any food allergies, or strong preferences that you have. We want you to be comfortable, would like to spoil you. Keep in mind that the hunting areas in Africa are usually many miles from the nearest store, so we need to plan meals ahead of time.
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Bring along good quality hunting boots that are already broken in. Don't risk ruining your hunt by getting a blisters from those new boots you bought days before your trip.
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Be sure to disclose any physical limitations that you may have.
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Wear darker colors than a standard tan or khaki. Dark greens, and browns are best. The lighter tan colors tend to reflect light which spooks game.
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Wear sun block, get the highest prtection factor you can find. The African sun is brutal. Something with a rating of SPF30 or higher is best.
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Bring bug repellant. The bugs in South Africa are tolerable in most parts, however anytime you are near the swamps or during the rainy season, they can be a lot worse. There are many areas in Africa where the bugs are downright oppressive and can even be dangerous (carrying malaria) so bring the bug stuff!
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Malaria: there are many places in Africa where malaria is prevalent. Most of South Africa and Namibia are not areas of concern. However if you are traveling to Zimbabwe, Botswana, Mozambique, Tanzania, and others you should talk to your doctor about taking malaria prophylaxis drugs.
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Bring a warm jacket. Even though the weather during the hunting season can be mild in daytime, it can be cold at night and in the early morning. Being out at dawn or dusk it can be especially
cold sitting in the high seat of a safari car, with the wind blowing.
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Don't lend your new skinning knife to a local skinner, unless you want it sharpened on a rock.
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Bring a good camera. You'll treasure the photos for years to come. Don't skimp when purchasing a camera. Buy a good "point and shoot" camera that's compact and easy to carry around in the bush. Take as many pictures as you can, the terrain, the staff, the food even your sleeping area. When you get home you will be pleased you did.
