Zimbabwe Hunting Safari
DURATION OF SAFARI
Hunting can be conducted all year round, however the
period April to October is generally recognized as
the prime hunting period. The rains fall from
November to March and accessibility to certain areas
is limited. May, June and July are the cooler months
with October being the hottest. See the price list
below for minimum days required for the different
species.
ACCOMMODATION AND HUNTING AREA
The Dande North Concession is located in the far
northeastern section of Zimbabwe’s famous Zambezi
Valley, between the Angwa and Zambezi Rivers.
Covering some 130 000ha (321 000 acres), it is a
vast tract of land, as diverse as it is beautiful.
Bordered in the east by Mozambique and in the west
by the Chewore Safari Area, this is a sparsely
populated land that has changed very little for
centuries.
The area is well known for the variety
and abundance of game, especially buffalo. In fact,
it is considered “The Best” buffalo hunting area in Zimbabwe.The concession is NOT fenced, nor are any
of the camps, affording our clients a true
wilderness experience.
My associates operate four camps within the
concession. The sheer size of the concession makes
it possible to operate all four camps simultaneously
without hunters ever seeing each other.
Camps are
usually allocated based on the trophies sought after
by our clients, however, one may move to another
camp (depending on availability), to facilitate
easier hunting of certain species.
Hunting
Camps
Pedza Pasi - serves as the main base camp and is
situated in the central part of the concession,
affording easy access to either the northern or
southern hunting areas.
It accommodates six (6)
clients in three typical brick under thatch chalets
all with en-suite facilities which include flush
toilets and hot/cold running water.
The main lodge
which houses the lounge, dining and bar area
overlooks a waterhole, which attracts various
species of game (including buffalo and lion),
especially in the dry season. A 15Kva (220v)
generator provides the camp with power.
Mururu - is also situated in the central part of the
concession, approximately 25 kilometres due west of
Pedza Pasi. Sited beneath a grove of towering Red
Mahogany Trees on the banks of a seasonal river, it
also accommodates six (6) clients in three brick
under thatch chalets each with en-suite facilities
which include flush toilets and hot/cold running
water.
Each unit has a private view over the
riverbed. The main lodge houses the lounge, dining
and bar table and also overlooks the river. This is
an extremely “wild” camp with at least 3 of the
big-five wondering through camp almost on a daily
basis. A 5Kva (220v) generator provides the camp
with power.
Mukanga - is situated in the southwestern part of
the concession, bordering the western boundary of
the Chiwore Safari Area. Sited on a bend on the
Mukanga River, the lodge and bungalows all have
unrestricted private views of the river.
Accommodating four (4) clients in two bungalows
(brick under thatch), both with en-suite facilities
which include flush toilets and hot/cold running
water. This is the smallest of our camps, affording
a great ambiance in the true sense of “been in
wildest Africa.” There is no electricity in camp,
gas lamps are available for lighting.
Masau - is situated in the extreme north of the
concession on the banks of the Zambezi River and
offers luxury accommodation to fisherman,
photographic enthusiasts and hunters alike.
Essentially a 16 bed camp. Masau has been divided
into two adjoining camps in order to accommodate
both hunting and fishing parties simultaneously if
required. A 22Kva (220v) generator provides power to
both camps.
Masau 1- comprises four (4) brick under thatch
chalets, all with en-suite shower and toilets with
hot/cold running water. The thatched main lodge has
a spacious bar, lounge and dining area with
spectacular views up river.
Masau 2- boasts four large, East African style tents
under thatch, each with twin beds, en-suite
facilities with flush toilets and hot/cold running
water and a unique view of the Zambezi. The view
from the central dining area looks down river
towards Mozambique and like its sister lodge has a
bar, lounge, and dining area all under thatch.
HUNTING LICENSES AND EXPORT OF TROPHIES
Licenses are obtained for you but are not included
in the trophy fee. Trophies are field prepared,
cleaned, disinfected, dipped and packed ready for
delivery to a taxidermist of your choice. If you
choose to have your trophies processed in Zimbabwe,
we recommend that you use the services of TAXIDERMY
ENTERPRISES. They have been in business for many
years and their trophy mounts are world class. If
trophies are to be shipped out of Zimbabwe, these
will be handled by our own dipping and packing
company, LASERLINE TROPHY SERVICES. Some species
require CITES permits and we will advise you on this
before booking.
TRAVEL INFORMATION AND FIREARMS
My associates subscribe to the Medical Air Rescue
Service (MARS) and are linked to their HF radio
network, thus enabling a medical team to respond to
any life threatening situations at short notice.
Medical insurance is available at US$10.00 per
person per day under the MARS scheme.
This will
cover the ambulance and air rescue costs to the
nearest suitable medical facility. All hospital and
related medical costs are to be covered by the
client’s personal medical insurance. It is
recommended that anti-malarial tablets be taken
before, during and after your stay. Please consult
your doctor in this regard.
Although all hunting
vehicles carry first aid kits, it is advisable to
carry your own supply of prescribed medication and
first aid supplies. Please ensure that your polio,
cholera, typhoid and tetanus vaccinations are up to
date.
Valid passports are essential. Visas, if required
can usually be purchased at the port of entry and
currently cost US$30 per person, however, it is best
to check with your local travel agent before
departure. You will fly into Johannesburg
International Airport in South Africa, from where
you will fly to Harare International Airport.
Here
you will be met and transferred by air charter to
the Dande North Concession, at a cost according to
the type of plane used and the amount of clients.
Clients preferring to drive into Dande will be
charged for the return road transfer. All persons
departing from any major airport in Zimbabwe are
required to pay airport tax.
For domestic flights,
either charter or scheduled, all passengers are
required to pay US$5 departure tax. International
departure tax (US$ 30) is normally included in the
cost of the tickets, however please check with your
travel agent that this has been done. It is
recommended that visitors carry the exact
denominations for this purpose.
A medium calibre bolt-action rifle such as a .30-06
or .300 Win Mag is suitable for most plains game and
leopard. Large antelope such as eland require a
minimum calibre of .338. If dangerous game is to be
hunted, a .375 H&H Magnum or larger is recommended.
Use only the best premium grade bullets available
such as Nosler, Barnes or Trophy Bonded. Solids are
recommended for thick-skinned animals such as
buffalo and elephant. Sixty rounds per calibre is
suggested. It is wise to practice your shooting well
before the safari so that you are totally
comfortable with your rifle/s and ammunition.
QUOTATION INCLUDES
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Fulltime professional hunter and all camp staff.
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All inclusive accommodation and laundry service.
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Full catering, soft drinks, local beer, cordials,
teas and coffees.
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Transport in hunting area during safari.
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Field preparation of trophies.
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Hunting and firearm license.
QUOTATION EXCLUDES
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Tobacco and gratuities to camp staff.
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Charter flights to- and from the hunting area.
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Trophy fees for game taken or wounded and lost,
including baits.
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Taxidermist cost, dipping, packing, shipping and
insurance of trophies.
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Hotel accommodation before/ after safari period.
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Airfare to- and from South Africa.
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Medical Air Rescue Service (MARS) insurance.
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Phone calls and faxes.
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Optional excursions.
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Hire of firearms and ammunition.
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2% Government Levy.
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Visas.
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Airport Tax.
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CITES Tags.
Zimbabwe Hunting
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