Rifle Calibre & Ammunition

Overall shooting distances will vary from 50 to 250 yards, depending on the capability of our client.

When it comes to calibre, every hunter has their own opinion on what is best for different animals. As a professional hunter with over 20 years of experience and having hunted with hundreds of clients and trophies, I have discovered that a 30 calibre is the way to go. Using heavier bullets to reduce speed is important. We typically don’t shoot long distances, except when hunting down south. For a 30-06, a 180g bullet is preferable to a 150g, and for a 300 Win Mag, a 200g bullet is better than a 180g. That said, every hunter knows that shot placement is more important than the caliber itself. I have had several clients use 7mm and 270 who enjoyed excellent hunts, and I believe most hunters would agree with me.

Important

In order to bring your own rifle on the safari you must obtain a US 4457 Customs Form before leaving the USA.  Please note that you must have this form to exit and enter your country again.  Please ensure that you get this document beforehand.

Please note that NO automatic rifles will be allowed in South Africa.

NO two rifles of the same calibre may be brought into South Africa by the same hunter.

When importing your firearm please note that you can fill in your SAP520 in advance but DO NOT SIGN the document.

90% of our clients prefer to hire rifles from Wild Game Safaris and not to go through the hassle of bringing your own.

Keep in mind that if you fly via Europe with your rifle we always have complaints that the rifles get damaged and sometimes never arrive on time.