Itinerary

Day 1

Largest of the East Africa countries, Tanzania has a total land expanse of 363,000 square miles. Within this area are situate some of the best hunting grounds to be found on the African continent.

Day 2

A sizeable portions of Tanzania's land expanse in the form of open hunting areas, controlled area's and demarcated hunting blocks in game reserves, have been created strictly for the purposes of safari hunting. The quota of animals to be hunted in these areas maintains an ecological balance of various species to be found there.

Day 3

hus, apart from offering the hunter a unique sporting opportunity, a program of game control and conservation is exercised at the same time. Tanzania offers a wide variety of game animals. Results from previous safaris show that many clients have bagged a high proportion of extremely good trophy heads and ivory.

Day 4

Depending on what hunters would like to shoot, but Elephants hunting is the best done from early September to end of November. Hunters are required to produce Cities Import Permit from their countries before hunting permits are issued to them. This is to conform with International Conventions Treaties. Regulations here require that only long tusks weighing above 55LBS, each or measuring 1.75 m long to be hunted.

Day 5

Safari hunting is possible from July through March, with the closed season from April through June.

Hunting Safaris and hunting information in Tanzania

Our 2006-2007 safari will take place in the Selous Game Reserves , South Massai land “Open Area”, Lolkisale “Game controlled Area” Lukwati “Game Controlled Area”.

Day 6

1. Services of a Licenced Professional hunter.

2. All camp equipment beds with foam mattresses, camp furniture , linen, tableware water filters , refrigerators, large insect proof tents for sleeping two with share showers and toilets.

3. Full available medical kits, including snake bite serum.

4. The provision of trained staff, gun bearers, trackers skinners, cooks, waiters and other camp assistants.

5. All meals using available fresh produce, game meat, canned goods, filtered water and available soft drinks.

6. One modern four wheel drive hunting vehicle per professional hunter.

Day 7

. Government Game Fees

BUFFALO 600 US $
ELEPHANT 4000 US
LEOPARD 2000 US $
LION 2000 US $
TOTAL 8600 US $

Day 8

2. Government concession Tax per day per hunter 100
3. Hunting Lisence fee per hunting 600
4. Hire Air Charter to and from hunting area 4 pax 1600
5. Documentation and Heading of trophies /preparation of all necessary document for export. 1500
6. custom duty ammunition at airport 200
7. firearm Import permit fee per gun 120
8. Air fright of trophies from Tanzania to final destination
9. The cost of alcoholic drinks and mineral water
10. Any hotel accommodation before, after or during safari.

Day 9

* The Client can share the cost on using one hunting Licence where clients will be allowed to shoot one Elephant each, one buffalo each and will decide on who to shoot leopard or lion.That means they will use one professional Hunter and one Land Cruiser.
* Client should obtain cites import permit from their country
* Extra client pay direct

SELOUS GAME RESERVE

Day 10

Hunting Safaris and hunting information in Tanzania :::

The Selous Game Reserve , 54 000km of totally unspoilt wilderness and named after the renowned hunter and naturalist, Frederick Courtney Selous, a famous hunter and naturalist who was killed and buried there in the 1st World War, is the largest unexploited wildlife area in Africa. Through its terrain flows the mighty Rufiji, Ruaha and Kilombero rivers full of Hippopotamus and Crocodile. Our concession has good concentrations of Plains game, and large herds of Buffalo, resulting in a healthy lion and leopard population.


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Hunting Safaris and hunting information in Tanzania :::

The game available to hunt includes Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Buffalo, Sable, Greater Kudu, Nyasa Wildebeest, Litchenstein's Hartebeest, Common Waterbuck, Hippopotamus, Chobe Bushbuck, Crocodile, Warthog, Bushpig, Zebra, Common Duiker and more. Excellent success rates on all species offered can be expected. The terrain varies from thick riverine bush to hilly mountainous miombo woodland.

Hunting Safaris and hunting information in Tanzania :::

Good hunting tracks are cut throughout the area and the best months to hunt this concession is from late August to mid-September.

Hunting Safaris and hunting information in Tanzania :::

Safaris undertaken in the Selous area, usually commence and terminate in Dar es Salaam

Day 11

CAMPS

Hunting Safaris and hunting information in Tanzania :::

Comfortable and convenient tented safari camps in typical East African traditional style are situated in pleasant surroundings. All tents are insect proof, have showers en suite, are well furnished and have a veranda in front where you sip your sundowner and relax after a hard day in the field. A central communal dining area with a view is where all the hunting adventures of the day are regaled. The camps are equipped with deep freezers, a generator and coleman lights. Your every need is attended to by the ever willing and competent staff.


Hunting Safaris and hunting information in Tanzania :::

Catering is of the highest standard and we will oblige your special dietary requirements if sufficient notice is given. The usual refreshments, bottled water, imported wines, local beers and spirits are available
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FIREARMS



Hunting Safaris and hunting information in Tanzania :::

For Plains game, a minimum of .300 Caliber rifle is recommended while for Big game a .416 / .458 is recommended with 375 H+H being the legal minimum requirement for Big game. We suggest you bring a good supply of ammunition as it is not usually available from local sources. Firearm permits are issued at your point of entry.

SAFARI RATES 2006

Day 12

BASIS


7 DAYS


14 DAYS


16 DAYS


21 DAYS


28 DAYS

1 Hunter x 1 Professional Hunter


8,050


16,100


25,600


33,600


44,800

2 Hunters x 2 Professional Hunters


7,700


15,400


18,000


31,500


42,000

2 Hunters x 1 Professional Hunter


6 ,650


13,300


18,200


23,100


30,800

Conservation Fee: Hunter


700


1,400


1,600


2,100


2,800

Concession Fee: Hunter


700


1,400


1,600


2,100


2,800

Hunting permit


450


600


600


600


600

Trophy Prep


600


1,300


1,600


1,800


2,500

Govt Trophy Handling


300


300


300


300


300

Observer


2,800


5,600


6,400


8,400


11,200

Conservation Fee: Observer


350


700


950


1,050


1,400

Day 13

1); (2); (3) Maximum number of animals allowed to hunt.
Subject to Government Quota

HUNTING REGULATIONS

Lion & Leopard Permits: The Tanzanian Wildlife Department regulation permits the hunting of both Lion and Leopard under the following conditions only:

21-Day Safari

1x1 - One Lion and one Leopard permit.
2x1 - The clients must share one Lion and one Leopard permit.
2x2 - Each client will have one Lion and one Leopard permit.
3x2 - The clients will share two Lion and two Leopard permits.

The Tanzanian Wildlife Department allows the following game to be hunted strictly on a minimum of a 21 day permit: Elephant; Lion; Leopard; Oryx; Greater Kudu; Eland; Gerenuk; Sable; Ostrich; Klipspringer; Hippopotamus; Puku; Roan and Porcupine. The minimum legal length for Leopard is 1.30 meters (51.2 inches) from tip of nose to base of tail. Minimum caliber size for dangerous game is .375 (9.3mm). Handgun hunting is strictly forbidden.

ELEPHANT HUNTING, CONDITIONS AND COST

Regulations for hunting stipulate that the legal minimum size of the ivory should be not less than 1.75 meters (69 inches) in length or less that 20kg (40 pounds). The hunting of Elephant requires good physical conditions as it involves walking long distances daily. Classical foot safaris with porters for periods of 3-7 days greatly increase chances for big Elephant.

Day 14

Elephant: Criteria for issuing of permits is as follows:

Hunting Safaris and hunting information in Tanzania

The client must obtain a CITES import permit from his country. Only animals with each Tusk weighing at least 25 kg (50 lbs) or measuring at least 1,75 m long may be shot - one Elephant permit per client allowed on a minimum 21 day Safari. Quotas are limited and available permits depend upon the number of mature and qualifying Bulls in the areas prevalent at the time of the Safari.

Extra Information

Extras -

ELEPHANT SIZE


TROPHY FEE

Under 40 pounds (18.2 kg)


$ 7, 000

40-50 pounds (18.2-22.7kg)


$ 9, 000

50-60 pounds (22.7-27.8kg)


$10, 500

60-70 pounds (27.8-31.8 kg)


$12, 000

Over 70 pounds (31.8kg)


$14,

BIRD HUNTING FEES

Hunting Safaris and hunting information in Tanzania

These fees are applicable while hunting Birds on Big Game Safaris only. Available on a limited basis: Duck $15 Pigeons and doves $10, Sand grouse $10, Goose $15, Francolin $10, Pochard $15, Guinea fowl $15, Quail $10

Note: In order to obtain a Bird License, you must have a shotgun listed on your Firearms License.

CHARTERS (One Way) - Quoted in $US

DESTINATION
(SELOUS)


SENEKA (Twin)
4 Seats


C208 (Single)
Caravan - 11 Seats


PILATUS (Single)
9/10 Seats

Dar-es-Salaam - Selous


$1,105


$1,495


$1,550

Note: (feather trail will endeavor to back to back hunts in order to share charter costs)
Flying time is approximately 1 hour 20 minutes. Charter costs are subject to change

TERMS OF BUSINESS

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Hunting Safaris and hunting information in Tanzania :::

A deposit of 50% on the safari rate is required to confirm bookings. The balance, including Government License Fees (Conservation Fees and Hunting Permits) is payable 70 days prior to commencement of the Safari.
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Hunting Safaris and hunting information in Tanzania

Any cancellation of a reservation must be in writing and shall only be effective upon its acknowledged receipt by the Company. Cancellation charges shall apply in the following circumstances:
- If a safari is cancelled within 6 months of commencement, the full deposit will be forfeited
- Cancellation 6 months prior to Safari starting date, the full deposit is refunded less a 10% administration fees per hunting client handling fee.
- If you are a "no show", the Company shall be entitled to treat your reservation as cancelled without having given the Company any notice, and the provisions of the above
- Any request to vary your reservation must be in writing and the Company's agreement thereto shall be in its sole discretion. If the Company agrees to vary your reservation as requested, it resolves the right to charge an administration fee which shall be presented to you in writing and which is payable no later than 7 days after such notification
- No refunds are given:- (1) for lost travel time or substitution of facilities, (2) for itineraries amended after departure, (3) for circumstances arising beyond the Company's control, necessitating alternative arrangements be made to ensure the safety and/or further participation and enjoyment of your Safari, (4) if you do not appear for any accommodations, service, sightseeing or trip segment without notifying the Company, or (5) if you leave your Safari after it has begun, miss any scheduled sightseeing, activities or accommodations
* All charges are subject to change
* Trophy charges are applicable only to animals actually bagged or wounded and lost
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Hunting Safaris and hunting information in Tanzania :::

All payments must be made in cash or travelers CHECKS, or by certified bank draft payable to feather trails
* Personal CHECKS will not be accepted without prior arrangements
* Prices subject to government change without notice

EXTRAS

Firearm Import Permits


$200 per firearm

Baiting car, driver, 2 trackers


$200 per day

Photographic car and Professional Guide


$470 per day

Hire of firearms per gun per day


$40 per gun

Ammunition


@ Cost (Tanzania)

All Tanzanian government fees and related costs


(As per brochure)

Dipping, packing of trophies and transport to port of export


(As per brochure)

All air charters


As per specific quotation

Nairobi gun clearing (arrival and departure)


$400