Professional Hunters and Vehicles

 

Zambezi Hunters use dedicated and highly experienced Professional Hunters. It is something that we put great emphasis on and all our Professional Hunters have a proven track record in the field and will ensure that you have a successful and unforgettable safari. We also have a fleet of well maintained, new model 4 wheel drive Toyota Landcruiser vehicles that are fully rigged out for safari hunting.

 

Filming of Hunts (optional)

 

Capture the excitement and adrenaline of your safari on film. For an extra $150 per day, a cameraman with a high quality digital camcorder can accompany you on your hunt. We will provide you with the full, unedited footage so that you can re-live your hunt again and again. There will be an extra charge of $50 per day if you would like the footage edited.

 

Catering

 

Our chefs will provide you with a wide range of food from roast warthog and impala curry to guinea fowl casserole. Your daily rate covers all your soft and hard drink requirements.  Wine is served with every meal and you’ll enjoy an unlimited supply of ice to go with your drinks.  If you have any dietary preferences, please let us know and we will do our best to accommodate them. Our camp staff are there to spoil you and will cater to your every need.

Travel

There are lots of things to think about and be aware of both before leaving for your hunt and also whilst travelling and arriving in Zimbabwe. Have a look at our travel tips to help your preparations and travel go as smoothly as possible:

Travel Tips - Before You Leave

Travel Tips - Travelling and Arrival

 

Health

 

Each camp and hunting vehicle is equipped with a well-stocked first aid box. However if you have personal allergies or afflictions we recommend you bring along a sufficient supply of your own medication. As Zimbabwe is prone to Malaria, we strongly advise you start a course of anti-malarial prophylactics at least two weeks prior to your arrival.

 

Firearms and Ammunition

 

The choice of firearm is left to our clients, although National Parks regulations in Zimbabwe require minimum calibers for certain species.  You will need a rifle of .375 or bigger for the heavy, thick skinned animals such as buffalo or elephant and anything from a 30.06 upward for the smaller soft skinned antelopes. We recommend you bring soft cases for your weapons as well as gun cleaning equipment and gun belt with ammo pouches.  Depending on what you are hunting, you will need at least 60 rounds of soft point and 40 rounds of full metal jackets.  We find Barnes X, Swift A frame and Nosler Partition to be excellent for our game.

 

Clothing and Equipment

 

Daytime temperatures are warm throughout the year so we recommend light clothing in green colours, however during the winter months (mid May through to August) the nights and early mornings can be very cold. A pair of well worn-in walking shoes is important as walking is an integral part of hunting.  Other items that are important are binoculars, a knife, a camera with plenty of film, sunglasses and a hat.  Finally wearing camouflage clothing in Zimbabwe is illegal, so please omit such items from your gear.

 

Terms of Business

 

We confirm a safari on receipt of a deposit calculated at 40% of the total daily rate of the hunt. This deposit is non-refundable if the hunt is cancelled within 6 months of the start date. If the hunt is cancelled prior to 6 months, 50% of the deposit will be refunded. The balance of the daily rate is due 30 days prior to the commencement of the safari. All other payments are settled at the end of the hunt.  All gratuities are at the sole discretion of the client.  All prices are subject to change without notice.

 

Trophy Preparation

 

Your trophies will be expertly skinned and field cured in the camp.  We will also arrange the packing, crating and export of your trophies with a professional shipping agent.