When Does Hunting Season Start in South Africa

   
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There is no set hunting season in South Africa. Weather is most pleasant from March to November.

What are the South African hunting seasons?

South African hunting is available all year, with the main season lasting from mid-April to mid-September. Because the Limpopo province receives summer rainfall, there are two options for determining the best time for your safari.

What types of hunting are permitted in South Africa?

In South Africa, we can legally hunt the Big 5 (elephant, rhinoceros, Cape buffalo, lion, and leopard), hippos, and Nile crocodile.

Where can I go free hunting in South Africa?

The Kalahari Desert is one of the areas with good free-range hunting. The Northern Cape and and the Northwest Province. There are numerous large privately owned concessions in South Africa’s desert region.

Is it illegal to hunt at night in South Africa?

Night hunting is prohibited in the North West, except for management purposes such as culling. Those planning to do so must first obtain a permit from the Department of Economic Development, Environmental Affairs, and Tourism (DEDEAT) and notify the relevant office or local SAPS.

 

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