Hunting South Africa

[Hogpatrol]

Also does anyone have a rough idea on a packing list? Should I bring cash or card to pay for trophy fees / tips / taxidermy

A card with no foreign exchange fees is safer but check with your outfitter on payment methods for the hunt and tips for the staff.

 

[Ridge Runner]

Also does anyone have a rough idea on a packing list? Should I bring cash or card to pay for trophy fees / tips / taxidermy

When traveling it is always a good idea to carry some cash with you simply put not everyone or every business accepts credit cards or traveler checks.

When/If tipping giving tips in cash USD or ZAR it is better to hand the tips out yourself to the individual(s) as a way of showing your appreciation for their service to you and that the correct amount of tip is going to the correct people.

Check out the forums Tipping Guide as to the pros and cons if you choose to include tips on your final billing or handing the total tip envelope to one person to dibby out tips for you.

Also if your credit card company attaches fees for international use, why would you want to pay more in bank fees than the item you are purchasing.

 

[Nyati]

 

[Velo Dog]

Greetings ericg1,

Khomas Highland Hunting and Fishing Safaris of Namibia, welcomes you to the greatest forum on earth.

I shall look forward to your hunt report and photos.

Best Regards,
Velo Dog.

 

[Tally-Ho HUNTING SAFARIS]

Also does anyone have a rough idea on a packing list? Should I bring cash or card to pay for trophy fees / tips / taxidermy

Check with your outfitter
Aome do take card others cash

 

[Rickmt]

Both Garry Kelly safaris and John x safaris use splitting image taxidermy and they are all good outfits.i have used all of above but suggest only dip and pack in SA and then let your local taxidermist finish mounts

 

[enysse]

Welcome to AH you are getting some great advice!

 

[ericg1]

thank you everyone for your input. i just don't want to spend a ton of money on mounts and then not be happy how they came out. Sounds like I'm better off getting them done state side

 

[TROPHY SHIPPERS]

Welcome to AH! Glad to have you on board.

 

[riflepermits.com]

Welcome to the best forum! Enjoy! Let us know if you need any assistance with rifle import permits, we would be glad to assist you with that.

 

[cpr0312]

Welcome aboard!