Rellik
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Like many on this forum, I dreamt of hunting in Africa since I was old enough to read about it. I am closing out my fifth decade of life on this earth and that 1st African hunt is now close to reality. At least I think it is. Sorry in advance for the lack of specifics, but I don't want to raise any flags if there is nothing to be concerned about.
I joined this forum, did some research, decided where I wanted to go and chose a well established outfitter for a South African PG hunt. I sent the email with my intent to book, provided a two month window of dates that could work for me and and received a prompt answer back. The outfitter recommended dates that fit in the window, and I then cleared those dates with my employer. I then contacted the outfitter, confirmed the dates and ask for next steps to ensure my booking. I offered to pay a deposit but received no response on that point, only that I was "booked" and a recommendation to use a specific well known travel service to book my flights and arrange for rifle transport. I followed that advice, booked my flights and then contacted the outfitter once again, told him of my flight arrangements and again, asked for next steps. Other than a cordial " we will do our best" response, I have received no other guidance or communication from them. I don't need a babysitter in the process , I just feel like should have received more detailed information from them regarding my hunt. The hunt is 5 1/2 months away and I certainly don't want to ring alarm bells if there is no immediate cause for concern. What I am experiencing may be completely normal.
So, what should I expect in terms of communication and within what timeline? I am aware of the requirements like the 4457 and SAPS520 but there there must be some sort of paperwork, liability agreement, etc. that needs to completed with the outfitter, or at least something more formal than an email confirmation of booked dates.
I am interested to hear from those of you have have booked multiple hunts and what your experiences have been with regard to communications from your outfitter.
Thank you
I joined this forum, did some research, decided where I wanted to go and chose a well established outfitter for a South African PG hunt. I sent the email with my intent to book, provided a two month window of dates that could work for me and and received a prompt answer back. The outfitter recommended dates that fit in the window, and I then cleared those dates with my employer. I then contacted the outfitter, confirmed the dates and ask for next steps to ensure my booking. I offered to pay a deposit but received no response on that point, only that I was "booked" and a recommendation to use a specific well known travel service to book my flights and arrange for rifle transport. I followed that advice, booked my flights and then contacted the outfitter once again, told him of my flight arrangements and again, asked for next steps. Other than a cordial " we will do our best" response, I have received no other guidance or communication from them. I don't need a babysitter in the process , I just feel like should have received more detailed information from them regarding my hunt. The hunt is 5 1/2 months away and I certainly don't want to ring alarm bells if there is no immediate cause for concern. What I am experiencing may be completely normal.
So, what should I expect in terms of communication and within what timeline? I am aware of the requirements like the 4457 and SAPS520 but there there must be some sort of paperwork, liability agreement, etc. that needs to completed with the outfitter, or at least something more formal than an email confirmation of booked dates.
I am interested to hear from those of you have have booked multiple hunts and what your experiences have been with regard to communications from your outfitter.
Thank you