FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
1. How long does it take to travel to Africa?
The flight between Johannesburg, South Africa and Atlanta, Georgia is approximately 18 hours. So simply add travel time to get to Atlanta and from Johannesburg to your final destination. Many hunters like to take an extra day in Johannesburg to rest before they begin their safaris. This will require claiming your firearm in Johannesburg for the stay over. Other hunters prefer to travel straight through to their final destination. This may require a layover in Johannesburg for several hours. A good rule of thumb is to plan two days for travel each way. Going to Africa you will lose 6-9 hours and gain those hours on the return trip.
2. Is it difficult to travel with my firearms?
It is relatively easy to travel with firearms. The Department of Homeland Security requires a declaration of firearm ownership to bring the firearms back into the US. That declaration must be completed on the appropriate Homeland Security form before your trip. You should do this weeks before the trip to make sure it is done on time. This will require you to take your firearm to a Homeland Security Office (usually at your local airport) and complete the form which will be signed by an officer. You may need firearms permits for each country you visit. You should talk to your outfitter for details of specific requirements. It is usually a matter of completing a one page document. You may not be permitted to bring handguns in to many countries.
3. How much ammunition can I take?
You are usually permitted to bring 80-100 rounds for each weapon. That is sufficient unless you are going on a very extensive safari or you are a very bad shot. Check with the airlines for their specific requirements.
4. How do I get my trophies back to the US?
Trophies are typically dipped and packed in the country of origin. They must be shipped to a USDA approved tannery in the US. Usually a broker will make these arrangements. If you have a taxidermist, talk to him or her before you go on your trip and all of the importing arrangements will be made for you.
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