Firearms:
South Africa requires a temporary import/export permit for your firearms and ammunition. This can be issued at your port of entry into South Africa or applied for before you arrive in South Africa. To make this as hassle free as possible, SES will send you an application form for your temporary import/export firearm permit. This is known as a SAP 520 form.

SES will also send you firearm importation procedures prior to your departure. PHASA (Professional Hunters Association of South Africa) offers an Airport Assistance service to ensure a smooth entry through customs with your firearms. Details are sent to you prior to your safari.

Automatic weapons are illegal in South Africa. For any of the “Big Five” the law requires a minimum caliber of 375. For plains game any caliber from 270 upwards will be suitable.

Shots range from close quarters in thick bushy conditions, to fairly long shots up to 300 yards in open plains, so a good variable scope is recommended.

For bird shooting, a 12-gauge shotgun is recommended. We can supply shotgun shells for bird hunts. Firearms can be hired by prior arrangement.

Click here to download the SAP 520 PDF