Anyone hunting Africa this year?
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Lol! I’m assuming he was referring to the sentimental value you would have for that rifle after taking it on such an epic journey and experience.
Lots of people do tho. My 416 Ruger was in Africa apparently. The guy used it for one safari then sold it.
I recall reading a magazine article many years ago that was trying to explain how an African safari was not as expensive and unattainable as most people thought. One of the suggestions made was that a rifle purchased for such a hunt could be sold afterwards to recoup some funds.
I thought that was about the dumbest idea I'd ever heard.
I thought that was about the dumbest idea I'd ever heard.
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Africa hunts are pretty cheap if you stick to the cheap species of plains game. The flights, taxidermy and import costs drive things up a lot tho. If you’re dedicated enough and willing to sacrifice a few things, I think a lot of people could save up over a few years and go.
That’s my plan anyway. Africa 2028!
That’s my plan anyway. Africa 2028!
No slight on the OP or any one else that would prefer to go to Africa but my preference would be to hunt in Canada any time over going abroad. From the Yukon to Northern BC, Alberta Sask and NL with all points in between, this country has so much to offer that it is inconceivable to want to hunt elsewhere.
I love hunting here in Canada, and the USA... but Africa is a different kind of experience, different culture, different vibe and pace... also, different and unique species. It is also cheaper than most out of province Canadian hunts... that is not to say it is cheap. The sort of African experience you choose will dictate the cost. A South African farm hunt for standard PG species is inexpensive, whereas a free range hunt in Zim or Moz or Congo, for Buffalo, sable, roan or bongo is going to be significantly more expensive, but not nearly so much as a Canadian sheep hunt. What you choose to do with the trophies after the hunt can increase the overall cost significantly. Euro mounts are far cheaper than full shoulder mounts and the cost of shipping shoulder mounts triples as well.
Africa is its own thing, and if you choose well, it can be a terrific, valuable experience... it's worth as a life experience is evidenced by the number of hunters that immediately begin planning a return when their trip is over.
