Hunting in Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe is one of the few places in Africa where you can have a completely unique, totally wild hunting experience. In this unspoilt environment there are certain policies to be aware of;
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ZIMBABWE HUNTING & FIREARM REGULATIONS:
• The minimum legal caliber for large dangerous game, such as Elephant, Buffalo, and Lion is .375 (9.3mm)
• All hunting is conducted within daylight hours within national park safari areas.
• Only a mature lion six years of age and older may be hunted.
• Only a mature leopard four years of age and older may be hunted.
• Automatic weapons are strictly prohibited.
Note: Zimbabwe National Parks rules and regulations state a one shot over water counts as a kill, or wound and or loss.
GENERAL MEDICAL INFORMATION:
• Zimbabwe is a malarial area and precautions should be taken. Please check with your physician or local health authority for details of health regulations and immunisation requirements. We provide basic medical kits in all camps; however please ensure that you bring any prescribed medications you may require.
TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM CAMPS:
Upon arrival in Zimbabwe, one may choose to either drive to their hunting destination, or the more comfortable air charter is always an option. A current charter rate, by road or air will be provided upon request.
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A 50% non-refundable deposit of the daily rate is required to confirm the booking. Trophy fees and all Government Royalties will be those applicable to the year of the safari. Invoices and quotations are subject to change based on any change in government fees and or trophy fees. Final payment must be made 60 days prior to the start date.
Safari Payments are non refundable. Force Majeure, meaning acts of God, explosion, floods, tempest, fire or accident, war, threat of war, sabotage, insurrection, civil disturbance, government intervention, weather conditions or other untoward occurrences. In the event of Force Majeure, the company is entitled to vary or cancel any itinerary or arrangement. Refunds in this case are solely to the discretion of the company, although all endeavors shall be made to refund where possible.
At the end of your safari we will provide a final statement detailing trophy fees and any other additional charges. Any outstanding balance due is payable in cash (US Dollars) before leaving Zimbabwe unless prior agreements have been made. Trophy fees are payable for all animals shot, wounded or lost.
We strongly recommend that you obtain the following types of insurance:
• Emergency evacuation (Global Rescue)
• Accident death and disability
• Loss of personal effects
• Medical
• Trip Cancellation
If you would like an exact quotation tailoring your safari to your exacting standards with your required trophy's please do not hesitate to ask. Species availability is subject to quota issued for that year. Certain species will be limited or unavailable, hence all animals required must be specified at the time of booking. Trophy fee is paid for all game shot, wounded and lost.
NB: 4% GOVERNMENT TAX WILL BE ADDED TO TROPHIES TAKEN, WOUNDED AND LOST
• Camp accommodations.
• The service of a Professional Hunter and vehicle.
• Full compliment of staff, skinners & trackers.
• All meals & bar facilities, local beers, spirits and house wine.
• Daily laundry service.
• Trophy fees for animals taken or wounded and lost.
• International airline flights or air charter costs.
• Hotel charges before or after the safari.
• Taxidermy work and shipping.
• Insurance of any description.
• 4% government tax on trophy fees and 2% on daily rates.
• Zimbabwe national parks CITIES Tags.
• Medical Aid Rescue Services.
• VAT on accommodation @USD22.5 per day.
PLEASE NOTE THAT Halsted Safaris (PVT) LTD and Grey Wing Safaris (PVT) LTD and their staff, their appointed agents and their staff/employees will take every precaution to ensure the well being of its clients. However Halsted Safaris (Pvt) Limited and its staff, their appointed agents and their staff will accept no responsibility for any illness, accident or loss whatsoever incurred during the safari or any expense arising from such illness, accident, loss etc.