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Subscriber-Written Trip Report On Gem Safaris Hunts |
Below is one sample of such a Report which is made available to you FREE of Charge.
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DATE
AND PLACE OF HUNT |
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ID: |
8152 |
Weapon
Used: |
Rifle |
How
Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
| Date
of Hunt: |
May 28, 2010 to June 7, 2010 |
| Place
of Hunt: |
South Africa Kwa Zulu Natal |
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
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| Outfitter
(or safari company): |
Gem Safaris. PO Box 3497; Kempton Park; 1620; South Africa; Tel. 011-27-12-659-0063; Email: gems@global.co.za; |
| Personal
Guide (if any): |
Gordon Mace |
| Booking
Agent (if any): |
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Trip
Arrangements
(if self-guided): |
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| License
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GAME
DESCRIPTION |
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Game Animals Taken: |
Kudu - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 51 7/8 - 51 6/8-9 7/8-10 1/8; SCI 124 |
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Kudu - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 49 38-47 68-10 5/8-10 5/8; SCI 118 3/8 |
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Nyala - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 28 7/8-28 1/8-7 5/8-7 5/8; SCI 72 2/8 |
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Nyala - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 24 5/8-24 5/8-7 3/8-7 3/8; SCI 63 7/8 |
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Impala - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 21 1/8-20-5 7/8-5 7/8; SCI 42 7/8 |
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Wildebeest - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 50 4/8- 13 7/8-13 2/8; SCI 77 6/8 |
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Buffalo, Cape - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: 64 3/8 - 11 5/8-11 5/8; SCI 87 6/8 |
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Condition Comments: |
Game is plentiful and in excellent condition. Trophy animals abound. Dugga Boys are not easy to come by but are there - just takes a while to get a shot. |
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SERVICE
RATINGS (excellent, good, fair or poor) |
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| Quality
of Outfit: |
Excellent |
Guide/PH
Ability: |
Excellent |
| Condition
of Camp: |
Excellent |
Condition
of Equipment: |
Excellent |
| Quality
of Food: |
Excellent |
Trophy
Care: |
Excellent |
| Name
of Airline: |
Delta |
Airline
Service: |
Excellent |
| Airline
Comments: |
Decided to travel Delta Business Class with non stop service from Atlanta to J'burg. It was excellent - doubt I could have tolerated coach class with two total knee replacements. If you can scratch it out financially, it is well worth it to arrive well rested. |
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COSTS |
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| Hunting
Fees: |
Very reasonable butre when dangerous game to be hunted |
Amount: |
$20000 |
| Trophy Fees: |
Steep $16,000 for buffalo, but much more reasonable for non dangerous game |
Amount: |
$16000 |
| Permits/Licenses: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Commercial
Airfares: |
Approximately $5,000 for business class Atlanta to J'burg. |
Amount: |
$5000 |
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$0 |
| Other Costs: |
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$0 |
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SUMMARY
REMARKS |
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| Problems
of Hunt: |
None -- prepare for ticks. |
| Highlights
of Hunt: |
It was well worth the 6 days it took to find and get a reasonable shot at the Dugga Boy, which was a one shot kill with a handloaded Barnes 300 gr banded solid out of my .375 H and H magnum, easily the most thrilling shot of my life. Adding dangerous game to the hunt amazingly increases the intensity and enjoyment of not only the hunt itself but the preparation for it. I had fantastic fun preparing for it (my son and I shot over 900 rounds in preparation - good thing I was handloading) as well as the hunt itself. One of the best experiences of my life and I think my son's also. |
| Equipment
Recommendations: |
I can't recommend highly enough the image stabilized binocular (Canon 12x36 IS)- shop internet of just go to B and H Photography. Canon's are quite light now. I also soaked clothing in permethrin and sprayed on boots and avoided the ticks which are everywhere and can make you very sick. Needless to say take malaria prophylaxis. |
| Would You
Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? |
yes |
| Why? |
Gordon has had amazing success and experience and the preserve he hunts for plains game (which has Buffalo) and is, I think, appx. 45,000 hectares, is one of the best in RSA. He is a quality guy and superb hunter and guide and is licensed to hunt plains and dangerous game (only 5% of the PH's are so licensed). You are VERY likely to get your animals and at trophy sizes. You will likely be the only hunters in the preserve when you hunt. |
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HUNTER
INFORMATION |
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Name: |
Sydney A. Smith |
| Contact
Information: |
Tel. 228-326-6050 - 1110 Broad Ave., Ste 600, Gulfport, MS 39501 E-mail: sydzach@bellsouth.net |
| Hunting Experience: |
I have hunted most of my life and lived in Colorado for a number of years. I have hunted with the bow also. These days I primarily hunt ducks and deer and hogs, but have killed elk, goats, pronghorns with the bow and rifle. |
| Physical Condition: |
At 69 I have seen my best days but still can get about well. Gordon will never push you beyond your capabilities, and is excellent at planning stalks, etc. Don't let poor physical condition stop you but the hunt will be enjoyed more the better shape you're in. |
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IMPORTANT
NOTES (actions taken if hunter unhappy with hunt) |
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| Notified Outfitter? |
Notified Personal Guide? |
Notified Booking Agent? |
| Seeking any
kind of restitution or other settlement from agent, outfitter
or guide? |
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ADDITIONAL
HUNTER COMMENTS AND/OR OUTFITTER/BOOKING AGENT REBUTTAL |
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I was disappointed in the African countryside. Not as pretty as I had imagined, so the drive from Pretoria to KZN was not pretty. However, Gordon's preserve has excellent bungalos for all and is gorgeous country overall. the bungalos had an outside nook with showers as well as jacuzi bathtubs, our own refrigerators, etc.! He catered the food from a nearby Zulu village and it was excellent. Being near the Indian Ocean, we even had fresh fish a couple of times. He had three trackers all of whom spoke English and were extremely fun to hunt with as well as being superb trackers. Tracking the Impala I was convinced we'd never find it though it was hit hard. I went with the trackers just to witness their superb work and try to learn something. What I learned was that I couldn't pick up the speck of blood they easily found (and never will) and realized how truly professional the outfit was. After 4 hours of tracking I told Gordon I'd be happy to pay for the animal, but not to put the fellows through an impossible task just for my consideration. I asked Gordon what he really thought our chances were of finding that animal, to which he replied without any hesitation, "100 per cent!" Needless to say we found the impala and largely due to Gordon's expertise in tracking as he was the one who finally spotted it primarily based on his knowledge of where it might go to ground as well as his expertise in tracking. I went on this hunt based on the experiences of several of my hunting friends, all of whom attested to Gordon's integrity as well as his expertise. To a person they considered him the best of the best and wouldn't hunt Africa with anyone else (and some had had previous PH experience). One fellow who has killed 2 lions, 2 leopards, a Sitatunga, several buffalo, as well as the rest of the plains animals said he'd quit hunting Africa if Gordon closes shop. Book a hunt with him while you can.
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Subscriber-Written Trip Report On Gem Safaris Hunts |
Below is one sample of such a Report which is made available to you FREE of Charge.
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DATE
AND PLACE OF HUNT |
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ID: |
7620 |
Weapon
Used: |
Rifle |
How
Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
| Date
of Hunt: |
August 15, 2009 to August 30, 2009 |
| Place
of Hunt: |
South Africa KZN Mkhuze Biosphere |
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
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| Outfitter
(or safari company): |
Gem Safaris. PO Box 3497; Kempton Park; 1620; South Africa; Tel. 011-27-12-659-0063; Email: gems@global.co.za; |
| Personal
Guide (if any): |
Gordon Mace |
| Booking
Agent (if any): |
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Trip
Arrangements
(if self-guided): |
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| License
Required: |
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GAME
DESCRIPTION |
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| Major
Game Animals Taken: |
Kudu - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Excellent. |
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Impala - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Excellent. |
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Warthog - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Excellent. |
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Zebra - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Excellent. |
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Nyala - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Excellent. |
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Wildebeest, Blue - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Excellent. |
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Giraffe - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Excellent. |
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Sought But Not Taken: |
Bushbuck - Availability: Almost everywhere we looked was leopard spoor. We think the bushbuck were being hit hard by the abundance of leopard. |
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Condition Comments: |
All game I took and observed looked to be in excellent shape. |
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SERVICE
RATINGS (excellent, good, fair or poor) |
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| Quality
of Outfit: |
Excellent |
Guide/PH
Ability: |
Excellent |
| Condition
of Camp: |
Excellent |
Condition
of Equipment: |
Excellent |
| Quality
of Food: |
Excellent |
Trophy
Care: |
Excellent |
| Name
of Airline: |
Air Canada and South African Airlines |
Airline
Service: |
Good |
| Airline
Comments: |
No issues. |
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COSTS |
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Fees: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Trophy Fees: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Permits/Licenses: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
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Airfares: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
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$0 |
| Other Costs: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
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SUMMARY
REMARKS |
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| Problems
of Hunt: |
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| Highlights
of Hunt: |
Seeing multiple buffalo bulls exceeding the 40 inch mark as well as one bull in the over 45 inch range. Also saw one elephant that is approaching 100 pounds. |
| Equipment
Recommendations: |
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| Would You
Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? |
Yes |
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HUNTER
INFORMATION |
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| Hunter
Name: |
Bob Kress |
| Contact
Information: |
Tel. 780-918-4105 - Box 11, Byemoor, AB, Canada E-mail: bobkress2002@yahoo.com |
| Hunting Experience: |
40 years. |
| Physical Condition: |
Good. |
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IMPORTANT
NOTES (actions taken if hunter unhappy with hunt) |
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| Notified Outfitter? |
Notified Personal Guide? |
Notified Booking Agent? |
| Seeking any
kind of restitution or other settlement from agent, outfitter
or guide? |
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ADDITIONAL
HUNTER COMMENTS AND/OR OUTFITTER/BOOKING AGENT REBUTTAL |
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Subscriber-Written Trip Report On Gem Safaris Hunts |
Below is one sample of such a Report which is made available to you FREE of Charge.
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DATE
AND PLACE OF HUNT |
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ID: |
5668 |
Weapon
Used: |
Rifle |
How
Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
| Date
of Hunt: |
June 25, 2006 to July 5, 2006 |
| Place
of Hunt: |
South Africa Eastern Cape |
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
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| Outfitter
(or safari company): |
Gem Safaris. PO Box 3497; Kempton Park; 1620; South Africa; Tel. 011-27-12-659-0063; Email: gems@global.co.za; |
| Personal
Guide (if any): |
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| Booking
Agent (if any): |
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Trip
Arrangements
(if self-guided): |
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Required: |
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GAME
DESCRIPTION |
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Game Animals Taken: |
Wildebeest, Black - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Eland - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: |
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Hartebeest, Red - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Zebra - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: |
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Springbok - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Springbok - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Black springbok. |
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Kudu - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Gemsbok/Oryx - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Condition Comments: |
Hunt was great. Gordan delivered on everything he predicted. This is a great father/son hunt. The only bad thing was the long drive after the flight. We actually took 10 animals. The other father/son pair also had a great time and took more trophies than we did. Amazingly in only six days of hunting. |
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SERVICE
RATINGS (excellent, good, fair or poor) |
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of Outfit: |
Excellent |
Guide/PH
Ability: |
Good |
| Condition
of Camp: |
Good |
Condition
of Equipment: |
Excellent |
| Quality
of Food: |
Excellent |
Trophy
Care: |
Excellent |
| Name
of Airline: |
South African Airways. |
Airline
Service: |
Good |
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COSTS |
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Fees: |
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$0 |
| Trophy Fees: |
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$0 |
| Permits/Licenses: |
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$0 |
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Airfares: |
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$0 |
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$0 |
| Other Costs: |
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$0 |
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SUMMARY
REMARKS |
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| Problems
of Hunt: |
None. Just long ride after flight. |
| Highlights
of Hunt: |
Spending all this time with my son who graduated high school this year, also the food was unbelievable. |
| Equipment
Recommendations: |
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| Would You
Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? |
Yes |
| Why? |
It was a fun, easy hunt. |
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HUNTER
INFORMATION |
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| Hunter
Name: |
Robert Neely |
| Contact
Information: |
Tel. 601-948-2073 - 1151 N State Street Suite 601, Jackson, MS 39202 E-mail: bneely27@aol.com |
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IMPORTANT
NOTES (actions taken if hunter unhappy with hunt) |
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| Notified Outfitter? |
Notified Personal Guide? |
Notified Booking Agent? |
| Seeking any
kind of restitution or other settlement from agent, outfitter
or guide? |
| If Seeking Restitution, What is Sought? |
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ADDITIONAL
HUNTER COMMENTS AND/OR OUTFITTER/BOOKING AGENT REBUTTAL |
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Subscriber-Written Trip Report On Gem Safaris Hunts |
Below is one sample of such a Report which is made available to you FREE of Charge.
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DATE
AND PLACE OF HUNT |
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ID: |
4704 |
Weapon
Used: |
Rifle |
How
Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
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of Hunt: |
March 17, 2005 to March 26, 2005 |
| Place
of Hunt: |
South Africa Kalahari Desert and KZN (Phongolo Nature Reserve) |
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
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| Outfitter
(or safari company): |
Gem Safaris. PO Box 3497; Kempton Park; 1620; South Africa; Tel. 011-27-12-659-0063; Email: gems@global.co.za; |
| Personal
Guide (if any): |
Gordon Mace |
| Booking
Agent (if any): |
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Trip
Arrangements
(if self-guided): |
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| License
Required: |
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GAME
DESCRIPTION |
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Game Animals Taken: |
Eland - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: 37 inches. |
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Gemsbok/Oryx - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 37 inches, male. |
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Hartebeest, Red - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Top 20 SCI. |
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Springbok - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 12 inches. |
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Nyala - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 27 inches. |
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Giraffe - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Old rogue bull/permit. |
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Sought But Not Taken: |
Kudu - Availability: Had multiple setups but did not find one over 55 inches. |
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Condition Comments: |
Due to my decision to take my son on this safari in March, the long grass conditions limited our effectiveness, more so in Phongolo. Hunting either of these areas in May/June/July/August (prime safari months) would be the ideal timing and success that exceeded ours would be expected. |
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SERVICE
RATINGS (excellent, good, fair or poor) |
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of Outfit: |
Excellent |
Guide/PH
Ability: |
Excellent |
| Condition
of Camp: |
Good |
Condition
of Equipment: |
Excellent |
| Quality
of Food: |
Excellent |
Trophy
Care: |
Excellent |
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of Airline: |
South African Airlines |
Airline
Service: |
Excellent |
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Comments: |
Due to having to provide medical care to 2 flight attendants who were ill, my son and I were afforded the opportunity to fly in business class seats from Atlanta to Johannesburg. Needless to say, we have absolutely no complaints about our flight down there. That is really the way to fly but at around $5000 US per seat....most unreasonable. On the return flight, we got a full dose of the "cattle-car" treatment. The seats are just long enough to impede circulation from your middle thigh to your foot, causing them to constantly ache and fall asleep. The spacing between rows is so narrow that one cannot move from side to side without great effort. This, of course, has led to a battle royal over the exit row and bulkhead seating. I spoke with the flight attendants about this. They were acutely aware of the problems with the Airbus and said that when the planes start undergoing maintence this summer, the airline was going to increase the distance between rows to hopefully alleviate this problem. I have flown on the 747-400 on 3 previous safaris to Africa and the comparisons between the Boeing 747-400 and the Airbus A340-600 are glaring. The Boeing plane is much more user friendly/much more comfortable and is built with the American market in mind; the Airbus is built for small frame people and is a most uncomfortable experience for anyone of any size.. I'm 6'3 and 240 lbs. |
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COSTS |
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| Hunting
Fees: |
$600 a day. |
Amount: |
$6000 |
| Trophy Fees: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Permits/Licenses: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Commercial
Airfares: |
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Amount: |
$1300 |
| Charter Airfares: |
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$0 |
| Other Costs: |
Tips. |
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$0 |
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SUMMARY
REMARKS |
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| Problems
of Hunt: |
Long grass conditions precipitated by our decision to hunt in March. The ideal safari months are May - August. |
| Highlights
of Hunt: |
Watching my 18 year old son experience Africa for the first time. Getting to watch him perform under conditions very different from those he is used to. Having the opportunity to share it all with him on a father/son trip that we both will remember for the rest of our lives. |
| Equipment
Recommendations: |
Rangefinders are helpful. Arriving in Africa having becomed accustomed to shooting off of shooting sticks (Stoney Point bipods and tripods). The vast majority of shooting is from a standing position. No reputable PH will allow shooting from a vehicle. |
| Would You
Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? |
Yes |
| Why? |
Gordon Mace is a seasoned experience professional with over 40 years experience. He has access to very elusive (translate...undershot) concessions where the trophy quality is very high. He is licensed for both dangerous and plains game hunting and he is a very capable/articulate professional with the highest ethical standards. |
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HUNTER
INFORMATION |
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| Hunter
Name: |
D. Kyle Ball MD |
| Contact
Information: |
Tel. 601-372-1541 - 1820 Hospital Drive, Jackson, MS 39204 E-mail: dkyleball@aol.com |
| Hunting Experience: |
Extensive. Africa 4 times, Western US, Canada, Alaska and Mexico |
| Physical Condition: |
Excellent. |
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IMPORTANT
NOTES (actions taken if hunter unhappy with hunt) |
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| Notified Outfitter? |
Notified Personal Guide? |
Notified Booking Agent? |
| Seeking any
kind of restitution or other settlement from agent, outfitter
or guide? |
| If Seeking Restitution, What is Sought? |
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ADDITIONAL
HUNTER COMMENTS AND/OR OUTFITTER/BOOKING AGENT REBUTTAL |
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From the moment we arrived until the moment we left to return home, we were treated like family. We were met at the airport and transported to Gordon's ranch on the outskirts of Pretoria where we spent the afternoon relaxing and getting over jetlag. We departed the next morning for the Kalahari where we started our safari. After the successes we enjoyed there, we transferred across the country to Phongolo NR in the KZN province where we completed our safari. The professionalism of Gordon and his associates was evident in everything that was done for us on this safari. I would recommend Gem Safaris without hesitation if a person wants a truly first class experience with truly first class people. I am looking forward to taking my youngest son on his graduation safari in 2007 and wouldn't think of taking him with anyone except Gordon Mace of Gem Safaris.
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Subscriber-Written Trip Report On Gem Safaris Hunts |
Below is one sample of such a Report which is made available to you FREE of Charge.
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DATE
AND PLACE OF HUNT |
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ID: |
3422 |
Weapon
Used: |
Rifle |
How
Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
| Date
of Hunt: |
June 19, 2003 to July 3, 2003 |
| Place
of Hunt: |
Zimbabwe Zambezi Valley Hurungwe Safari area, Nyakasanga area - east of Hwy A1. |
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
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| Outfitter
(or safari company): |
Gem Safaris. PO Box 3497; Kempton Park; 1620; South Africa; Tel. 011-27-12-659-0063; Email: gems@global.co.za; |
| Personal
Guide (if any): |
Gordon Mace |
| Booking
Agent (if any): |
Gem Safaris. PO Box 3497; Kempton Park; 1620; South Africa; Tel. 011-27-12-659-0063; Email: gems@global.co.za; |
Trip
Arrangements
(if self-guided): |
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Required: |
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GAME
DESCRIPTION |
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Game Animals Taken: |
Elephant - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 61 X 56 pounds. 6 1/2 foot length. |
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Leopard - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 190 pounds. 8 foot 3 inches. |
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Buffalo - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 43 X 16 boss. |
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Hippopotamus - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Massive old bull. |
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Bushbuck - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: 15 3/4 inches. |
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Hyena - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Brown, 130 pound male. |
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Warthog - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Impala - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 23 inch male. |
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Sought But Not Taken: |
Buffalo - Availability: Took everything on my tag except for buffalo. Had an assistant PH completing his apprenticeship for dangerous game. I wanted him to stalk and shoot the buffalo, which he did. Gave him invaluable first hand experience. |
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Condition Comments: |
Nyakasanga is unspoiled classic big game country. Although, I didn't hunt lion, they were everywhere. Had shooting opportunities at bull elephant daily. Saw three over 50 pounds. Had three leopard toms feeding at the same time, chose the largest one. |
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SERVICE
RATINGS (excellent, good, fair or poor) |
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of Outfit: |
Excellent |
Guide/PH
Ability: |
Excellent |
| Condition
of Camp: |
Excellent |
Condition
of Equipment: |
Excellent |
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of Food: |
Good |
Trophy
Care: |
Excellent |
| Name
of Airline: |
South African Airlines. |
Airline
Service: |
Excellent |
| Airline
Comments: |
It's a long, damn flight but personnel are most helpful and courteous. |
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COSTS |
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| Hunting
Fees: |
$900 a day. |
Amount: |
$12600 |
| Trophy Fees: |
Elephant $24,000, leopard $4,500, two buffalo (one male and one female) on carry quota. |
Amount: |
$28500 |
| Permits/Licenses: |
Camp leased from Zimbabwe Parks & Wildlife Trust at annual auction. |
Amount: |
$10000 |
| Commercial
Airfares: |
Roundtrip from Jackson to J'Burg. |
Amount: |
$1650 |
| Charter Airfares: |
J'Burg to Kariba roundtrip charter. |
Amount: |
$3200 |
| Other Costs: |
|
Amount: |
$0 |
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SUMMARY
REMARKS |
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| Problems
of Hunt: |
Personal adjustment to the food took three days (my problem). We ate what we killed. |
| Highlights
of Hunt: |
Took a massive elephant, world class leopard, heavily bossed "dugga boy" buffalo in dense bush, mammoth old hippo and a "movie star" hyena. |
| Equipment
Recommendations: |
Must be in excellent physical condition and must be able to shoot well. |
| Would You
Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? |
Yes |
| Why? |
Complete mastery of all hunting situations. Knows area intimately. Former special ops officer/former cropping officer. Fluent in all dialects. Commands loyalty and respect from camp staff. The absolute safari of a lifetime. |
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HUNTER
INFORMATION |
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| Hunter
Name: |
D. Kyle Ball MD |
| Contact
Information: |
Tel. 601-372-1541 - 1820 Hospital Dr., Jackson, MS 39204 E-mail: dkyleball@aol.com |
| Hunting Experience: |
Africa three times, Alaska, Canada, Mexico and Western US. |
| Physical Condition: |
Excellent. |
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IMPORTANT
NOTES (actions taken if hunter unhappy with hunt) |
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| Notified Outfitter? |
Notified Personal Guide? |
Notified Booking Agent? |
| Seeking any
kind of restitution or other settlement from agent, outfitter
or guide? |
| If Seeking Restitution, What is Sought? |
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ADDITIONAL
HUNTER COMMENTS AND/OR OUTFITTER/BOOKING AGENT REBUTTAL |
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