DESTINATIONS WE OFFER
Travelling with children under the age of 18
What are the requirements?
In cases where the Unabridged Birth Certificate is in a language other than English, it must be accompanied by a sworn translation issued by a competent authority in the country concerned.
Children travelling with both parents:
A child travelling with both parents will be required to travel with their passport and Unabridged Birth Certificate.
Children travelling with only one parent:
When a child travels with only one parent, he/she will require a passport, Unabridged Birth Certificate, an affidavit in which the absent parent gives consent for the child to travel and a court order granting full parental responsibilities, or legal guardianship of the child, or the death certificate of the absent parent. The affidavit should be no more than 3 months old from date of travel.
Children travelling accompanied but without either parent:
In the case of a child travelling with a person other than a parent, the Unabridged Birth Certificate must be supplemented by affidavits from the parents or legal guardians confirming that the child may travel with that person, copies of the ID documents or passports of the parents or legal guardian, and the contact details of the parents or legal guardian.
Children travelling on their own as unaccompanied minors:
A child travelling as an unaccompanied minor has to produce not only the Unabridged Birth Certificate, but also proof of consent from both parents or legal guardians and contact details, plus documentation relating to the person receiving the child in South Africa. The latter documentation should include a letter stating the person’s contact details and residential address, contact details where the child will be residing, plus a copy of his or her ID document, passport or residence permit.
You have the choice to use your own taxidermy.
At dream Big African Safaris, we recommend using Bull’s Eye Taxidermy for all your trophy’s.
Should you choose to dip and ship and use your own taxidermist in the USA please ensure that they are USDA accredited.
We recommend bringing your own rifle as you will be more familiar with it.
When hunting plains game in South Africa we recommend a 300 Win Mag, 308 or 30-06.
When hunting dangerous game, you will need a larger caliber minimum 375.
We do have rifles to hire in camp should wish not to bring yours.
When bringing your own rifle to make your hunt extra special. You have the option to use your own service provider, or we recommend using PHASA to assist you with making your arrival as effortless as possible.
Things to bring
• Neutral coloured clothing lightweight cottons and linen(laundry daily at
Mostwedi Camp)
• Hat
• Sunscreen
• Swimming clothes (October -April)
• Comfortable sneakers
• Comfortable hunting boots (well worn)
• Sandals
• Binoculars
• Camera (Fixed zoom lens ideal but phone camera will do)
• pairs of shorts
• pairs long trouser
• short sleeved shirts
• long sleeved shirts(evenings)
• wind breaker jacket cool mornings
• flees jacket/sweatshirt
• Natural fibre socks and underwear.
• Light pyjamas, a tracksuit or sweater.
• Personal toiletries
• Sunscreen
Dream Big African Safaris is based in South Africa and our currency is Rands. There are exchange bureaus available in all main towns and airports. We suggest exchanging some currency to Rands as you might like to purchase some curios/souvenirs. When traveling to other countries such as Botswana and Zimbabwe they do accept U.S Dollars.
Dream Big African Safaris is based in a malaria free area.
Should you be travelling with us to the northeast of South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe or Mozambique please consult with your doctor regarding anti-malaria prophylactic options.
There are no mandatory vaccination requirements for South Africa however we recommend that you are up to date with all your routine vaccinations.
Please ensure that you arrange medical or travel insurance prior to your travels in the unlikely event of an emergency.
South Africa’s seasons are opposite from the USA. April through September being the cool, dry fall and winter months. For most part, daytime temperatures are pleasant and range from 60 to 80 degrees F. In South Africa snowstorms are a rare exception, but temperatures can vary from 40 degrees at night to 80 degrees during the day – so prepare for all conditions. Our warmer summer months are from October through March; these can be rainy and range between 70 to 105 degrees F in the day and 60 to 80 degrees F at night.
Daily rates Include:
Trophy fees of animals bagged or wounded.
Services of a licensed professional hunter,trained skinner and tracker,4×4 hunting vehicles.
Accommodation within the hunting area during your safari with us.
All meals ( Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Soft drinks during the day when out hunting.
Daily luandry and room service
Field preperations for trophies(Salting and drying)
Government license fees for animals
Daily rates exclude:
Trophy fees of extra animals bagged or wounded
Transportation of raw trophies to our local taxidermist $ 100 per client
Hotel accommodation before & after the safari .
Packing, dipping & shipping of trophies to final destination(taxidermist prices available of request)
International or commercial flight to hunting area .
Medical expenses. (Please ensure own medical insurance)
Rifle hire @ $50 per day excluding ammunition
Any damage to rented firearms will be for the clients own account.
Gratuities to staff
Liquor, beer & wine is charged extra
The camp stocks the bar with beer, wine & liquor. If there is any preference in liquor let us know before hand & we will stock accordingly.
SPECIAL PACKAGES TERMS & CONDITIONS:
This is a true African experience for 1 hunter, as you will hunt large herds of Cape buffalo on large concessions.
We only hunt hard boss bulls.
10 day Cape Buffalo hunt: 8 hunting days, arrival and departure days.
12 Day Safari: 10 hunting days plus departure and arrival days.
Daily rate for 1 hunter and 1 observer included: Cost $1700
Species include:
Kudu under 55″ : $2450
Cape Eland: $2100
Nyala: $1950
Burchell Zebra : $700
Impala : $400
For the first time hunter to South Africa we have this exclusive package at the best price.
Come experience the an African adventure when hunting safari with Dream Big African Safaris.
9 Day Safari: 7 Hunting days plus arrival and departure days
Daily rate for 1 Hunter: Cost $ 1350
Species included:
Kudu under 55″ : $ 2850
Blue Wildebeest : $ 900
Impala/Blesbuck :$ 400
Gemsbuck : $ 1000
Come and experience an exclusive safari in South Africa at an affordable rate.
7 day safari for one hunter and 1 observer.
Includes 5 hunting days, arival date and departure date.
Species included in the package:
Terms and Conditions: No exchange of species or days from this package.
Limited availability on packages.
9 DAYS EXCLUSIVE BOTSWANA & VICTORIA FALLS EXPERIENCE For 2 people
Includes:
Excludes:
Total Cost Per Couple: $8700
EXTRA EXCLUSIVE PHOTOGRAPHIC TOURS OR ADD ON
Prices on request
Excludes in Safaris
Fly into O.R Tambo and we will personally pick you up from the airport and transfer you to our camp. We will travel by car through the land border to Botswana. Depending on availability we stay in a luxury safari tent with the elephants are at your steps. On this safari you will do a river cruise on the Chobe River where you will see some beautiful wildlife. In Zimbabwe the majestic Victoria Falls are a sight you will never forget.