Hi all. I'm joining as a new member from the North Texas area. My wife and I are looking for our first South African Safari for spring (US) 2028. We went to SCI Nashville and spoke with many outfitters, shipping companies/US brokers and travel agencies. It's quite overwhelming.

I am looking forward to gaining experience here and please bear with me through all of the forthcoming posts/questions.

The USA has labelled both Canada and the EU as threats to their "National Security" in order to justify new duties declared by their military Commander-in-Chief on the international trade of steel and aluminum. So I suggest that USA made products such as firearms and ammunition should be sold exclusively within the USA so Canada and Europe can help our esteemed neighbour defend themselves and improve their national security. Sadly, I have come to the conclusion that Canadians and Europeans...

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My first Safari I did, we settled the bill at the end before I left. I just booked my second trip and this outfitter requires that the bill is paid in full 30 days before arrival. Is this normal? Of course any adjustments will be settled in country (animals not taken that were on the wish list, animals that were taken that were not on the wish list, etc).

WTB: Dakota .375 H&H Rifle

I am new to this forum and was referred here while searching for a Dakota .375 H&H rifle. I recently returned from my first safari and am preparing for another trip, and this rifle has been recommended to me by several people whose opinions I trust.


I am specifically looking for a Dakota chambered in .375 H&H in good condition. Open to discussing different configurations or models.


If you have one you may be willing to sell, or know of one available...

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I was about to pull "trigger" on late April kudu rut hunt in Botswana. What are your thoughts on air travel and your hunt plans. Definitly Qater Airlines is out!