BOW HUNTERS
Wild Side Safaris welcomes bow hunters.
FIREARMS
South Africa welcomes hunters with firearms but, temporary import permits must be obtained prior entry. Once again, Wild Side Safaris will assist with the import permits OR we can supply you with our high quality, custom-made rifles. Each rifle is fitted with a Zeizz optic and it comes with hand loaded ammo. (300 Win. Mag, 375 H&H or 416Rem. Mag.)
VALUE ADDED TAX AS IT RELATES TO HUNTING SAFARIS
Value Added Tax (VAT) is charged on the daily rate of a hunting safari. This is not refundable.
There is no VAT charged on the trophies to be exported under specific regulations set out by the South African Receiver of Revenue. Animals in a package that are not hunted or animals that are wounded and lost are subject to VAT. Currently VAT is at 14%.
Please note that while the trophy fees are not subject to VAT, VAT is levied at 14% on the dipping and shipping services and/or for the tanning of skins done. Should the trophies be processed in South Africa, VAT is levied at 14% on 30% of the taxidermy value as agreed between the taxidermy industry and the Receiver of Revenue.
HEALTH HINTS
Generally speaking, no special vaccination or inoculations are required coming into South Africa , but check before leaving home.
Malaria is prevalent in some parts of the country, particularly where hunters are likely to go, so again, check with your local doctor before leaving home whether prophalactics are needed and if they are, which ones.
Tap water is safe as throughout most of the country, but some visitors prefer to drink the many excellent local bottled or imported mineral waters that are readily available. The African sun can be dangerous, so wear a hat and use the right sun block.
ELECTRICITY
The current is 220/240 volts 50 Hz and it is recommended that adapter plugs be used for electrical appliances.
FOREIGN EXCHANGE
It is advisable, as it is anywhere in the world, to use traveler's cheques as far as possible and not to carry large amounts of cash.
All major banks exchange traveler's cheques or cash, ATM's (Automatic Teller Machines) are virtually everywhere for credit card use, and there are Bureaux de Change in all airports and major centers. Remember that the South African Rand is a fairly volatile currency and the exchange rate tends to change on a daily basis.
INSURANCE
Travel insurance is always a good idea, for yourself and your belongings as well as for delays and cancellations and other unexpected situations, Medical insurance is also a good idea, particularly if you are going to be in a remote bush areas.
TIPPING
A service charge is sometimes included in the bill, but generally speaking a 10-15 percent tip is expected and appreciated in restaurants.
FOOD AND DRINK
South Africa 's culinary tradition reflects its richness as a melting pot of cultures, and a Rainbow Nation lives up to its name when it comes to international eateries. Apart from the resident ethnic varieties - African , Cape Malay and Cape Dutch , Indian, Chinese, Italian and Portuguese perhaps being the most common. VISAS
Some countries may require a visa. Please check with your nearest SA Consulate. You will find them eager and quick to assist.
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