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General Information

COUNTRY South Africa with its problems has still developed into one of the most popular hunting destinations in Africa. Offering a high degree of professionalism by the professional hunters and outfitters and offering the largest variety of trophy species available including all of the big five. With the daily rates being what they are a hunter is getting true value for money. Compared to the security problems being experienced world wide South Africa is still a safe and secure destination. South Africa is divided into nine provinces all of which offer hunting of one type or another.

GEOGRAPHY South Africa is situated on the Southern most tip of Africa and is bordered by Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe and Mozambique. It covers an area of approximately 1,227,200 square kilometers with the Indian Ocean to the East and the Atlantic to the West.

CLIMATE South Africa has a very sunny climate which can vary in temperature tremendously. Ranging from subtropical conditions in the north down to the Mediterranean type conditions in the Cape. Mid-Winter occurs in July and Mid-Summer in January.

CURRENCY The currency is the South African Rand and the international symbol is R. One rand equals 100 cents. Rand's are accepted country wide as well as US Dollars in certain situations.

FOREIGN EXCHANGE Travelers cheques and foreign currency notes of all major currencies can be obtained at commercial banks, airports and major hotels.

CREDIT CARDS Most credit cards are accepted by all retail outlets. But please bear in mind that Safari S. A. does not accept credit card payments due for any safari expenses.

ELECTRICITY South Africa's electricity supply is 220 volts AC 50 Hz. Appliances of a lesser voltage require transformers and adaptors.

LANGUAGES South Africa has eleven official languages with English , Afrikaans, Zulu and Xhosa being the most widely used. However English is spoken and understood by most people in the country.

WATER The water in South Africa is extremely palatable and is perfectly safe to drink, however should one be a little uneasy with tap water, bottled water is freely available.

MEDICAL South Africa has a modern and sophisticated hospital network should the need arise. Inoculations are not required for South Africa however if a hunter is to hunt in the Northern Province, Zululand, Botswana, Zimbabwe and Mozambique we recommend malaria prophylactics be taken. Please consult your pharmacist or doctor on the subject. The South African Government has made remarkable breakthroughs concerning malaria. With reintroduction of DDT the number of reported cases have reduced by 80% since 2 years ago. Other than malaria in certain areas there is nothing else to worry about. All the horrific tropical diseases one hears about are fictions and life in general in South Africa from a health point of view is exactly the same as that in the States.

WHAT TO BRING Besides the obvious like warm and cool comfortable clothing don't forget to pack items like photographic equipment, binoculars, sun and insect protection and flashlight.

BIRD SHOOTING Bird shooting safaris are conducted from June though to September and include species like dove and pigeon, guinea fowl, franklin and water fowl. These are also tailor made safaris and take place over 8 days although one can add on a few days wing shooting to your safari if necessary.

BIG FIVE SAFARIS Although Trophy fees for the big five are not mentioned on the price list the big five are available to you. As the prices vary so much from area to area we prefer to tailor make a big five safari. We work in conjunction with established and reputable outfitters in Botswana and Zimbabwe. This allows us to keep a very high standard .

BOW HUNTING Bow hunting safaris are undertaken throughout the year but we recommend the drier months ( June - September) as with game being concentrated around waterhole's the chances of success improve dramatically. Hunting is done from established blinds and also using the old walk and stalk method.

FISHING OPPORTUNITIES Excellent big game fishing is available on the east coast of South Africa. These are tailor made and usually take place over five days. For the serious fresh water fisherman or species collector excellent inland fishing can be experienced with species like tiger fish, large catfish and many others available.

SAFARI DURATION The duration of your safari is optional but please keep in mind the quality of trophies required. We would recommend a minimum of 7 to 10 days, but should one wish to hunt more than one area or do a bit of sight seeing longer would obviously be better.

SIGHT SEEING Having come all the way to Africa it might be a good idea to do a bit of sight seeing whilst here. We would happily take you into one of the many game reserves like the Kruger National Park, or to one of the historical landmarks. Other interesting places to visit include; Cape Town and surrounding areas, East coast with excellent diving and marlin fishing, Johannesburg and it's gold mining history, as well as many other places of interest. These we will discuss with you and added onto your safari as an extra. Included in the agreed amount will be transport, accommodation, catering and personal guide.

Please do not hesitate to contact IRON MOUNTAIN ADVENTURES should there be any information or advice you require. This Safari Company is a full service safari operator and that allows them to add side trips before or after your hunt with them, enhancing your African vacation. There are destinations, attractions and services available that are not outlined here, so ask and we are sure to be able to accommodate you. This safari company has a list of clients who have kindly offered to act as character references and should you wish to chat with them we will gladly provide contact information.

Plains Game
Daily Rates (Per Person in US $'s)
1 Client -1 P H's	$ 425/day
2 Clients - 2 P H's	$ 375/day
2 Clients -1 P H's	$ 350/day
Observer	$ 175/day
Children under 12	$ 25 /day



Dangerous Game Daily Rates
1 Client -1 P H's	$ 680/day
2 Client -1 P H's	$ 525/day
Observer	$ 175/day
Children under 12	$ 25/day

Trophy Fees
Species	Price	Best Area
Baboon	$ 100	LP/KZN
Barbary Sheep	$1,200	EC
Bat Eared Fox	$ 345	EC
Black Wildebeest	$1,100	EC
Black Springbok	$ 500	EC
Blesbok	$ 450	LP
Blue Wildebeest	$ 995	LP/KZN
Blue Duiker	$1,200	LP/KZN
Bontebok	$1,600	EC
Cape Buffalo	P.O.R	LP/KZN
Burchell's Zebra	$1,100	LP/KZN
Bushpig	$ 500	LP/KZN
Cape Bushbuck	$ 740	KZN
Cape Eland	$2,000	LP/KZN
Cape Grysbuck	$ 910	EC
East Cape Kudu	$1,000	EC
Copper Springbuck	$2,000	EC
Cape Springbok	$ 400	EC
Common Reedbuck	$ 850	LP/KZN
Common Waterbuck	$1,850	LP
Elephant	P.O.R.	LP/KZN
Fallow Deer	$ 650	EC
Gemsbuck	$1,100	LP
Giraffe	$4,500	LP/KZN
Grey Duiker	$ 320	LP/KZN
Greater Kudu	$1,400	LP/KZN
* Hartman's Zebra	$2,600	LP
Jackal	$ 100	LP/KZN
Klipspringer	$ 950	LP
* Leopard	P.O.R.	LP/KZN
Limpopo Bushbuck	$ 740	LP
Lion	P.O.R.	LP/KZN
Livingston Suni	$1,500	KZN
Lynx	$1,000	LP/KZN
Mountain Reedbuck	$ 650	LP/KZN
Nyala	$2,350	KZN
Ostrich	$ 850	LP/KZN/EC
Oribi	$2,000	LP/KZN
Red Duiker	$1,500	KZN
Red Lechwe	$3,200	EC
Red Hartebeest	$1,100	LP
Sable	P.O.R.	LP
Springhare	$ 100	EC/LP/KZN
Steenbuck	$ 325	LP/KZN
Southern Impala	$ 350	LP/KZN
Tsesebe	$2,600	LP/KZN
Vaal Rhebuck	$1,400	EC
Springhare	$ 100	LP/KZN
Warthog	$ 425	LP/KZN
White Blesbuck	$ 750	LP
White Rhino	P.O.R.	LP/KZN
White Springbuck	$1,100	EC

Daily Rates Include:

Full time service of licensed Professional hunter, tracker, skinner, cook and camp staff.
Full accommodation including general camp equipment, linen, towels and laundry service.
Full Catering including local wines.
Preparation and handling of trophies in the field.
Cost of general hunting licenses.
All ground transportation (air conditioned double cab 4x4 truck or single cab 4x4 Landcruiser).
Transport to and from airport.

Rates Do Not Include:

Packing, dipping and forwarding of trophies to port of export for all trophies is $45 each, except Rhino ($600), Rhino full mount ($1000), Buffalo ($600). For European destinations a nominal fee of $15 per trophy is charged to cover handling and delivery to taxidermist.
Gratuities.
Special licence permits. Bontebok ($35), Rhino ($500),Leopard ($200), Giraffe ($200).
Extra car hire for large groups.
VAT at 14% is charged on daily rates. No VAT is charged on trophy fees if animals are to be exported.
Trophy fees on animals killed or wounded.
Baits, firearm rental ($45 per day) plus ammo.
Commercial or charter airfares and airport taxes.
Hotel accommodations before and after set safari dates.
Day before and after set safari dates are charged at $120 per day each.
Dog Pack fees (for leopard, cats, bush pig) are $180 per day.
Alcoholic beverages other than local beer and wines.