Hunt booked with KMG Hunting Safaris for 2019

LiegeRiver · Aug 2, 2017

Well, I did it. I sent the deposit to KMG Safaris for a hunt in 2019. We booked one of Marius' 10 day 2x1 specials for plains game, as well as a day of offshore fishing and a Big 5 Game Drive. We are then going to do the Garden Route tour from Port Elizabeth to Capetown, with a few days in Capetown to finish off. On the way back, we will spend two or three days in Germany, too. I am now involved in dotting all the i's, and crossing all the t's in order to make sure nothing gets missed. It's real now!!! It seems like a long ways off, but I know it will come faster than we think. We are both going to shoot 30-06's, with Barnes TTSX bullets. I want to take a spare rifle....either my Ruger No.1S in 338 Win Mag, or a new build on a Rem 700 in 338-06.....decisions, decisions. In any case, I need a firearms case that will hold three rifles. I have a couple of ideas, but I am always willing to listen to what other hunters might suggest.
LiegeRiver

sierraone · Aug 2, 2017

You have a lot of dots to connect there. I am anxious to see how the planning goes. Congratulations and good luck!

JakeH · Aug 2, 2017

Congrats! I'm looking at 2019 or 2020 for my first.

enysse · Aug 2, 2017

Congrats! I'm sure you are excited!

Nosler guy · Aug 2, 2017

LiegeRiver said:
Well, I did it. I sent the deposit to KMG Safaris for a hunt in 2019. We booked one of Marius' 10 day 2x1 specials for plains game ... We are both going to shoot 30-06's, with Barnes TTSX bullets. I want to take a spare rifle....either my Ruger No.1S in 338 Win Mag, or a new build on a Rem 700 in 338-06.....decisions, decisions. In any case, I need a firearms case that will hold three rifles. I have a couple of ideas, but I am always willing to listen to what other hunters might suggest.
LiegeRiver

A first safari is a great experience - and the planning and anticipation are a big part of it - enjoy

Only because you asked for suggestions - I wouldn't be bothered taking an extra rifle, the odds of having to use it are slim, and the hassles of getting it there just wouldn't be worth it for me - especially considering that you plan on hunting 2X1 - in case of extreme rifle problems you can still share and have a very successful hunt. I would check with KMG / Marius, chances are he would have a loaner if you ran into major rifle problems

greyfox · Aug 3, 2017

1: Do not take an "extra" rifle. Really no need.
2: Spending a few days in Germany AND traveling with rifles? Start researching that NOW and try to get the permits. I think that may prove to be a formidable task - though I've never done it. Get with your travel agent and start the paperwork process and keep up with any changes to the law - I'd hate to be returning and spending a few days in a country and have them confiscate my gun(s) and then try to get the firearms returned.
3: 2 rifles in the same caliber will require two different "ownerships"; thus you can not temporarily import two guns of the same caliber.

cpr0312 · Aug 3, 2017

Congrats on the booking!

Ross Reamy · Aug 3, 2017

Congrats, y'all will have a blast!

While I agree with the others that a 3rd rifle might be excessive, I completely understand taking 2. And you can bring in 2 rifles of the same caliber in just your name, you'll just have to fill out/sign one more document that riflepermits.com will be happy to send you.

I've attached a link to a great case made by Americase, I've got the 2 gun model and it'll last the rest of my life I'm sure.

https://www.americase.com/product/AT-3GUN

LiegeRiver · Aug 3, 2017

greyfox said:
1: Do not take an "extra" rifle. Really no need.
2: Spending a few days in Germany AND traveling with rifles? Start researching that NOW and try to get the permits. I think that may prove to be a formidable task - though I've never done it. Get with your travel agent and start the paperwork process and keep up with any changes to the law - I'd hate to be returning and spending a few days in a country and have them confiscate my gun(s) and then try to get the firearms returned.
3: 2 rifles in the same caliber will require two different "ownerships"; thus you can not temporarily import two guns of the same caliber.

Good morning. I have looked into this exact thing. German Customs has no issue holding your firearms for you while you travel (the last time I checked, anyway). I visit this on a regular basis.
LR

BRICKBURN · Aug 3, 2017

Congrats on your booking your safari.

Interesting how many have already said: Don't over pack.

cagkt3 · Aug 3, 2017

Congrats on booking! Definitely sounds like that is going to be one heck of a trip!

Pheroze · Aug 3, 2017

Congratulations! You will have a great time.... regarding rifles:

30-06 +

LiegeRiver said:
a new build on a Rem 700 in 338-06.....

Seriously, buildng and working up loads for the new rifle just adds to the anticipation

I liked my Tuffpak very much.

BWH · Aug 3, 2017

I used 30-06 on both of my trips over..... 168gr Barnes TTSX. It was good on all 15 on my PG.... from Springbok to Eland. Good luck. Nothing but great things heard about Marius & KMG.

LiegeRiver · Aug 3, 2017

So, just to clarify things, my girlfriend is going with me. She will be shooting a rifle that fits her, not me, thus my original intent to take a spare rifle. I will likely only pack the two, and rely on a loaner if necessary.

adgunner · Aug 3, 2017

Congrats on booking your first hunt with Marius and KMG!

This was hanging up in the lodge when we finished our lioness hunt just over a week ago with Marius and KMG, thought it was appropriate

cpr0312 · Aug 3, 2017

Agree with the rest, dont take a spare rifle. Worse case you borrow the outfitters rifle, I'm sure he will have 2 or 3 to choose from.

Ross Reamy · Aug 3, 2017

adgunner said:
Congrats on booking your first hunt with Marius and KMG!
View attachment 198221
This was hanging up in the lodge when we finished our lioness hunt just over a week ago with Marius and KMG, thought it was appropriate

One of my favorite quotes! Saw it on a hunting show a year or so ago..

sierraone · Aug 3, 2017

greyfox said:
1: Do not take an "extra" rifle. Really no need.
2: Spending a few days in Germany AND traveling with rifles? Start researching that NOW and try to get the permits. I think that may prove to be a formidable task - though I've never done it. Get with your travel agent and start the paperwork process and keep up with any changes to the law - I'd hate to be returning and spending a few days in a country and have them confiscate my gun(s) and then try to get the firearms returned.
3: 2 rifles in the same caliber will require two different "ownerships"; thus you can not temporarily import two guns of the same caliber.

@LiegeRiver, pay attention to greyfox! You have lots to learn about traveling to Africa and transiting countries with guns.

adgunner · Aug 3, 2017

LiegeRiver, I have hunted with Marius five times (always borrowed a rifle), they have quality loaner rifles should something go wrong.

LiegeRiver · Aug 3, 2017

adgunner said:
LiegeRiver, I have hunted with Marius five times (always borrowed a rifle), they have quality loaner rifles should something go wrong.

Thanks, Adgunner. Are you a bird gunner? Spent 24 1/2 years in the PPCLI myself. Did you take your own guns, and what permits did you have to get? Thanks.

Gord

Hunt booked with KMG Hunting Safaris for 2019

LiegeRiver

sierraone

JakeH

enysse

Nosler guy

greyfox

cpr0312

Ross Reamy

LiegeRiver

BRICKBURN

cagkt3

Pheroze

BWH

LiegeRiver

adgunner

cpr0312

Ross Reamy

sierraone

adgunner

LiegeRiver

Members online

Forum statistics

Proudly sponsored by

Latest posts

Latest profile posts

Buffalo Hunt with Henry Griffiths Safaris $10000

Share this page