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IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
GUN PERMITS:
Ask you outfitter to send you the application for a import permit via e-mail and that way you can complete it in advance and only hand it to the officials on the day of arrival.
NAMIBIA: Issued on arrival
SOUTH AFRICA: Issued on arrival
ZIMBABWE: Issued on arrival
ZAMBIA/TANZANIA/BOTSWANA: Need a permit in advance. They need the make, model, serial number of your firearm and exact amount of ammunition. Send this information to your outfitter you are going to hunt with as well as a copy of your passport and two passport photos.
FIREARMS:
Smallest caliber 7mm
Minimum energy (muzzle velocity):
1350 Joule for springbok, duiker etc.
2700 Joule for hartebeest, wildebeest, kudu, gemsbok, eland etc.
5400 Joule for buffalo, elephant, rhino etc.
We would recommend 30-06, 300 Win Mag, 338 and 375 calibers for hunting plains game
No solid point cartridges are allowed to be used on antelope or any other species.
All fully automatic weapons, (e.g. AK 47 and other military hardware), all handguns and all crossbows are PROHIBITED.
Other self-loading, considering semi-automatic weapons are NOT PROHIBITED, but you can expect questions at the Airport of importation.
TRAVELLING WITH FIREARMS:
Take out full insurance for all firearms before travelling in Africa.
NAPHA recommends flying directly to Namibia from Europe to Hosea Kutako International Airport near Windhoek when you book a trip in Namibia. This will minimize delays associated with firearm transport. Air Namibia offers a direct service.
Recent regulations have made travelling with firearms a time-consuming process when entering South-Africa. Make sure that you stay in transit with your luggage. If sleeping over in Johannesburg contact www.vipmeetandassist.com to help you with your firearms.
It is suggested that you adhere to the following procedure to minimize problems when traveling with firearms:
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All bags need to be adequately marked with nametags for identification;
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Pack an unloaded rifle in a sturdy carry case;
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Have separate lockable container in which to store your ammunition separate from your rifle in your checked luggage;
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At the check-in counter at the point of departure, insist that the agent check your firearm through to the airport of destination for example: Hosea Kutako International Airport, Windhoek. Your bag tag should read, for example: New York – Frankfurt – Windhoek OR Atlanta – Johannesburg – Windhoek. (This is sometimes not possible if the airlines that you are using do not have baggage agreements. Inquire about this before purchasing your ticket.)
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Physically check baggage tag to ensure that it has been correctly printed and attached.
Inquire if a colorful ‘in transit tag’ is necessary when traveling through another country
REQUIREMENTS FOR IMPORTING OF FIREARMS INTO AFRICA:
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A maximum of one-hundred (100) rounds of ammunition may be imported per hunting rifle.
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Only ammunition for the specific calibre may be imported.
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It is legal to hunt with black powder rifles in most of Africa.
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It is illegal though to transport black powder and percussion caps. These can be purchased in the country you are going to and need to organized in advance.
BOW HUNTING REQUIREMENTS:
It is legal to import Bows for Bow-Hunting purposes. No Import Permit is required.
Bow energy is specified as follows:
Small Game – 25ft/lb
Medium Game – 40ft/lb
Large Game – 65ft/lb
ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES:
All run on 220/240 volts. Outlets are of the round 3-pin, 15-amps type, the
same as in South Africa.
DRINKING WATER:
Most tap water is purified and safe to drink. Visitors should exercise caution in rural areas.
Entry requirements:
Passport must be valid for a minimum of six months after date of departure from Namibia.
Make sure that your passport has enough blank pages for the countries you are going to visit. Only one or two blank pages can cause problems.
Visas are required for some countries:
Please visit the following links for more information:
BOTSWANA:
CAMEROON:
http://www.hc-cameroon-ottawa.org/13/en/Entry-Requirements.html
NAMIBIA:
http://www.namibiatourism.com.na
SOUTH AFRICA:
http://www.southafrica.info/travel/documents/visas.htm#.VDL_X7d0wqw
TANZANIA:
http://www.tanzaniaconsul.com/visa.html
ZAMBIA:
http://travel.state.gov/content/passports/english/country/zambia.html
ZIMBABWE:
http://travel.state.gov/content/passports/english/country/zimbabwe.html
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO BRING:
HUNTERS CLOTHING:
Light, cotton clothing in olive green or sand colours is recommended for hunting.
Well-fitting, Comfortable walking boots!
Remember to bring warm pyjamas and sweater/parkas for cool nights and mornings.
Note!! – Camouflaged clothing is permitted only in the hunting field in most countries.
Tips on what to bring along on your hunting trip
Flash light
Sun protection lotion (We suggest an SPF of 30 to 50)
Lip Balm
Sun-Glasses
Hat
Camera
Batteries for camera
Binoculars (min8*30)
Bow or rifle accessories
Clothes (3 pants, 3 shirts), warm clothes especially from June to August
Warm gear when traveling on the back of the hunting vehicle
MEDICAL NEEDS:
NAMIBIA: No malaria except in the Northern parts of Namibia, make sure to discuss this with your doctor in advance.
SOUTH AFRICA: No malaria reported as yet, but again, consults your physician before your trip.
ZIMBABWE: Malaria tablets REQUIRED
ZAMBIA: Malaria tablets REQUIRED/ Yellow fever and cholera/ International health certificate required/ See physician for latest updates
TANZANIA: Malaria tablets REQUIRED/ Yellow fever and cholera/ International health certificate required/ See physician for latest updates
BOTSWANA: Malaria tablets REQUIRED/See physician for latest updates
That you have Comprehensive Travel Insurance
That you take out Traveller’s Medical Insurance
Medical or security emergencies can happen at any time and an evacuation can cost over $100,000. Global Rescue is the only company that will conduct a Field Rescue, no matter how remote, and evacuate you back home. African Dreams Hunting and Photo Safaris strongly recommend that you enroll with Global Rescue prior to embarking on your trip.
Membership Benefits:
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Field Rescue from the point of illness or injury
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Evacuation back to the member’s home hospital of choice
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24hr medical advisory services from critical care paramedics and in-house physicians
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Specialists at Johns Hopkins Medicine available in real-time
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Global network of medical Centers Of Excellence
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Paramedics deployed overseas to the member’s bedside
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Medical evacuation services provided up to $500,000
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Option to upgrade to include security extraction
For more information, please go to www.globalrescue.com/africandreams/
VISAS:
NAMIBIA: Issued on arrival
SOUTH AFRICA: Issued on arrival
ZIMBABWE: Issued on arrival
ZAMBIA: Advance visas required/ Ask your trip planner or travel agent
TANZANIA: Advance visas required/Ask your trip planner or travel agent
BOTSWANA: Advance visas required/Ask you trip planner or travel agent
CITES PERMITS:
NAMIBIA: Required for leopards NOTE: Cheetahs and Black Nose impalas cannot be imported to the United States of America, but Canada and all other countries CAN import cheetah.
SOUTH AFRICA: Required for leopard and rhino
ZIMBABWE: Required for leopard
ZAMBIA: Required for leopard
TANZANIA: Required for leopard and elephant
BOTSWANA: Required for leopard
ASK YOUR TAXIDERMIST AHEAD OF TIME FOR FORMS ETC AND HOW EXACTLY THEY WANT TO HANDLE THE EXPORTATION OF YOUR TROPHIES
PAYMENT:
At time of booking and confirmation a deposit of 50% of the daily fees is payable. The balance must be paid at least 30 days before your departure. If booking is not made within 30 days before departure, the full amount is payable upon confirmation.
BANK TRANSFERS, PERSONAL CHEQUES AND THE FOLLOWING CREDIT CARDS.
CANCELLATIONS:
Every outfitter cancellation policy and terms and conditions will be send to you upon enquiry of the specific outfitter.
