BHA - Guineafowl Hunting

WESTERN CAPE OVERBERG

• WWW.BIRDHUNTERSAFRICA.COM • GLEN HALDANE: +27 83 860 7076 • DYLAN HOLMES : +27 82 805 7017 • MARK HALDANE : +82 807 5110 • Email: office@birdhuntersafrica.com

ABOUT BIRD HUNTERS AFRICA • Bird Hunters Africa prides itself on a wide variety of the finest bird shooting in Southern Africa, offering the discerning hunter champagne shooting. Southern Africa is a haven for wild bird shooting and part of Bird Hunters Africa’s uniqueness, is the multiple of bird shooting areas that we offer, giving the sport hunter a diversity of choice that is both exciting and varied. This, together with specialist professional shooting guides and dog handlers makes for a bespoke bird shooting safari tailored to the individual’s needs.

On your safari you will experience unequalled bird shooting that may include walk up Greywing Partridge, Francolin and Spurfowl shooting over well-trained dogs, to the thrilling anticipation of driven Guineafowl, as well as flighted Duck and Geese and finally hot barrel Dove and Pigeons shooting • Our Bird Guide Professional Hunters have a vast amount of experience and knowledge in guiding bird-hunts in South Africa. Upland game birds are hunted over well-trained English Pointers, while Labradors are used for retrieving downed birds. A true classic wing shooting adventure awaits you.

THE ACCOMODATION – ROUXWIL COUNTRY HOUSE • At Rouxwil, two worlds meet: modern, luxurious comfort meets old-fashioned farm-style hospitality on an authentic African farm.

• Luxuriously designed studio apartments in complete seclusion, with all the modern comforts you need. From your own private verandah, you will have an unspoiled view across the valley of wheat fields, mountains and game animals. Look down across the farm dam, covered with “waterblommetjies” – a fragrant water flower which is a delicacy of the Overberg. Stone courtyards with calming water features, spacious bathroom and cozy beds leave you feeling like you are in your own private paradise.

• Prepared with fresh, local and often home-grown produce, food is served with a scoop of African passion and a drizzle of farm tradition.

• Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served in the Manor House, either in the tastefully decorated lounge, or the intimate old farm kitchen, or on the big spacious verandah with a huge fireplace.

• An authentic taste of South African fare and a real culinary experience is experienced here. O’nel loves explaining South African eating habits and traditions, like “waterblommetjies” and beetroot, or “snoek and patats”, bread and homemade jams and cheeses, or venison and curried peaches or experience an unforgettable “braai”, the real South African way!

GUINEAFOWL HUNTING • Once troops have been located, these unpredictable birds are driven over the guns by beaters, providing challenging shooting and are then walked up and shot over dogs.

• • Guns can expect at least 3 or 4 troops to be encountered with at least a box of cartridges being shot.

The best time to hunt these wildly birds is end of August.

CAPE SPURFOWL

• The Cape spurfowl or Cape francolin is a gamebird in the pheasant family.

It is endemic to southern Africa, where it is the largest francolin. It occurs in the Western Cape province of South Africa, and locally northwards to southern Namibia. It has adapted to alien vegetation and a variety of humanaltered habitats, but scrubby roosting and nesting space is a prerequisite.

• • For those who enjoy a brisk walk in the morning, Spurfowl offer some great sport. These birds are shot over pointing dogs and are also driven over the waiting guns.

• International & Local Flight Information • • You will need to take an international flight from the United Kingdom/Europe/USA to Cape Town. Bird Hunters Africa can book this for you or alternatively you can arrange this yourself.

Upon arrival at Cape Town International Airport and once you have cleared customs, you will then be met by a Bird Hunters Africa representative. From here you will be transferred to Rouxwil by vehicle.

GUNS If you choose to bring your own shotgun, you will be required to have a Temporary Import Permit upon your arrival in South Africa at customs for gun clearance.

The Temporary Import Permits application will be sent to you well in advance for you to fill in and return to us. Bird Hunters Africa will have a representative to meet you upon arrival and guide you through the process of clearing your gun. This is well worth the extra cost and saves time and hassle.

If you would rather hire a shotgun from us, we do have a variety of 12g shotguns available. We will provide you with shot gun ammunition.

PACKING LIST Laundry is done on a regular basis, so there is no need to over pack.

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1 or 2 pairs good quality walking boots or running shoes (worn in)

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Rain gear

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3 pairs good quality socks

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2 pairs long hunting pants (Dark Khaki or Olive Green)

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2 pairs short hunting pants (early hunts – April and May in SA)

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2 pairs hunting shirts (Dark Khaki or Olive Green)

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1 hunting jacket – Real tree type cammo (Dark Khaki or Olive Green)

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1 warm sweater or jumper

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Gloves

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Sun-screen / cap or hat

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Casual wear for evenings

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Personal camera equipment / binoculars / insect repellent

TERMS & CONDITIONS

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The tariffs are based on current prices and are subject to change.

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Bookings will be secured on payment of 50% of the total amount. Balance due 60 days prior to arrival. Other costs incurred are payable on the last day of the safari.

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All deposits will not be refunded unless the safari can be rebooked.

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No refunds are allowed for late arrivals or early departures.

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All payments must be made via direct bank transfer or cash.

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You will be required to sign an indemnity form before the commencement of the safari.