Location

East Cape and Karoo Safaris has 4 lodges and all are situated less than 250km/150miles from Port Elizabeth airport. Two of the lodges are in close proximity of Somerset East and the other two are close to Grahamstown.Port Elizabeth, Somerset East & Grahamstown are all situated in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa. Click here for a map

Topography and Vegetation

The landscape consists of a range of mountains, thick riverine bushveldt, and open veldt plains. This is truly a spectacular piece of Africa. Click here for the Tree List.

Mammal and Bird Lists

Together with the presence of km's of river and the associated riverine bushveldt, our concession areas provide the ideal habitat for a wide range of animal species and a truly natural hunting experience.

Click for the Mammal List or the Bird List.

Climate

The best months for hunting are from April through to the end of September; these are our cooler winter months. Daytime temperatures are reasonably warm (up to 18oC/ 65oF), with nights being colder (sometimes as low as -4oF / 25oC), although temperatures usually remain above 0oC / 32oF.

Rainfall occurs mainly in summer and averages around 750mm (30 ins) per annum.

Air 2000 - Hunters Support Service

Air2000 is the Hunters Support Service in South Africa who can arrange air charter, hotel bookings, transfers to and from hotels, guest lodges and major airports, sightseeing tours, shopping trips and most importantly a meet and greet service for incoming hunters, where your are met directly off your flight as the new firearms regulations for the temporary import/export/in transit permits are in effect.  They pre-arrange all the necessary paperwork to enable the hunter to pass through customs as quick as possible.

You can visit their website at http://www.hunterssupport.com/.

Liability and insurance

Please note that while Eastcape and Karoo Safaris will be cautious and will ensure safety at all times of the clients and there possessions, the risk and insurance is to be covered by the client. We accept no liability for accidents, injuries, illness or loss or damage whatsoever.

Medical Facilities

Good medical facilities are available in close proximity of all our lodges. 

Emergency evacuation to Port Elizabeth - by helicopter or plane can be arranged at short notice for any clients that may require specialised medical attention.

General Safari Information

The best duration for a successful Safari is 10 days or longer. Over this time period we usually manage 10 - 15 species. Due to the wide variety of vegetation, an abundant selection of animals are present.

What to bring ?

The biggest mistake most people make when they go to Africa the first time is taking too much stuff. Too many clothes, too many guns, too much optical junk. Far too many gadgets. Just too damned much ! We suggest

Binoculars
Flashlight
Pocket knife
Sunglasses
Alarm clock / cell phone to wake up
Raincoat
Odorless sunscreen with a minimum SPF of 20
Chapstick
A good hat
Three sets of hunting clothes – preferably camo
A thick jacket as it gets cold during the winter evenings and cool mornings
Gloves, and possibly a small scarf
Well-worn and comfortable walking boots with thick socks
Personal medication
A good camera and enough film/memory sticks
Camcorders are welcome and remember the battery recharge equipment
Rifle and cleaning equipment (no semi-automatic rifles are allowed into the country)
Ammunition
Insect repellent is advised
We make use of 220 V electrical power supply so if necessary please remember your converter. 
 
Temporary Importing of Firearms

See more information here.