- Joined
- Apr 26, 2017
- Messages
- 487
- Reaction score
- 1,074
- Media
- 41
- Hunted
- USA, Canada, West Germany, Namibia, Romania, South Africa
Returned recently from a plains game hunt with @KMG Hunting Safaris. Here’s the quick, down & dirty “Just the facts ma’am” review for those of you Sgt Joe Friday types. A more extensive report will follow.
Summary
Country: Republic of South Africa
Region: Eastern Cape
Dates: 9-16 August, 2021 (7 hunting days/8 nights)
Type of Hunt: Plains Game (rifle).
Method of Hunting: Drive/spot/stalk.
Outfitter: KMG Hunting Safaris
PH: Nick Neuper
Agent: Marius Goosen
Locations Hunted: Outspan Farm (approximately 3000 acres); Thompson Farms (similar size to Outspan); Glengarry Game Lodge (approximately 12,300 acres).
Species Hunted: Gemsbok, kudu, warthog, zebra. Added blesbok and impala.
Trophy Quality: There were examples of good trophy animals on each property that we hunted.
Species Seen, Population and Quality of Game Observed: In addition to those species noted above, we observed baboon, bushbok, nyala, and blue wildebeest on the Outspan and Thompson farms. Also observed Cape buffalo and black wildebeest on the Glengarry property. We saw a good mix of younger and more mature animals.
Lodging: Individual suites in the guest housing, with queen-sized bed, two chairs, table, shower, toilet, etc. Very comfortable for our stay. The main lodge building was the focal point for dining and socializing, including a bar and a very welcome fireplace. Water was potable, although we were advised to stick with bottled.
Food: Outstanding, hot, and plentiful. Three meals served daily, with box lunch for our one-day gemsbok excursion.
Activities: Many tourist venues not open due to COVID restrictions. We did take a short sightseeing trip to Morgan Bay following our COVID tests. We also took a ½ day excursion to Mpongo Wildlife Reserve, which I would not recommend.
Travel Methods: United Airlines flight from Newark to Johannesburg. Short hop on South African Airlink to East London, then 45 minute drive to the lodge.
High Points: Quantity and quality of game; superb food. PH and trackers were outstanding in locating suitable game. Camp hosts and lodge staff were friendly and accommodating.
Low Points: Mpongo Wildlife Reserve was a disappointment.
Things to Improve: NSTR.
Overall Rating: Excellent.
Would Recommend to a Friend? Yes.
Summary
Country: Republic of South Africa
Region: Eastern Cape
Dates: 9-16 August, 2021 (7 hunting days/8 nights)
Type of Hunt: Plains Game (rifle).
Method of Hunting: Drive/spot/stalk.
Outfitter: KMG Hunting Safaris
PH: Nick Neuper
Agent: Marius Goosen
Locations Hunted: Outspan Farm (approximately 3000 acres); Thompson Farms (similar size to Outspan); Glengarry Game Lodge (approximately 12,300 acres).
Species Hunted: Gemsbok, kudu, warthog, zebra. Added blesbok and impala.
Trophy Quality: There were examples of good trophy animals on each property that we hunted.
Species Seen, Population and Quality of Game Observed: In addition to those species noted above, we observed baboon, bushbok, nyala, and blue wildebeest on the Outspan and Thompson farms. Also observed Cape buffalo and black wildebeest on the Glengarry property. We saw a good mix of younger and more mature animals.
Lodging: Individual suites in the guest housing, with queen-sized bed, two chairs, table, shower, toilet, etc. Very comfortable for our stay. The main lodge building was the focal point for dining and socializing, including a bar and a very welcome fireplace. Water was potable, although we were advised to stick with bottled.
Food: Outstanding, hot, and plentiful. Three meals served daily, with box lunch for our one-day gemsbok excursion.
Activities: Many tourist venues not open due to COVID restrictions. We did take a short sightseeing trip to Morgan Bay following our COVID tests. We also took a ½ day excursion to Mpongo Wildlife Reserve, which I would not recommend.
Travel Methods: United Airlines flight from Newark to Johannesburg. Short hop on South African Airlink to East London, then 45 minute drive to the lodge.
High Points: Quantity and quality of game; superb food. PH and trackers were outstanding in locating suitable game. Camp hosts and lodge staff were friendly and accommodating.
Low Points: Mpongo Wildlife Reserve was a disappointment.
Things to Improve: NSTR.
Overall Rating: Excellent.
Would Recommend to a Friend? Yes.