Avula Mountain Free Range Hunting

Location: South Africa

Hosted by: Avula Safaris Professional Hunting Team

Season: Year-Round

A True Free-Range African Safari

Step into the rugged beauty of Africa’s untamed mountain country with Avula Safaris’ Mountain Free Range Hunting Safari — a pursuit designed for those who crave authenticity, challenge, and connection to the wild.

Here, no fences define the boundaries of adventure. Across vast ridgelines and open valleys, hunters encounter Africa as it was meant to be — raw, breathtaking, and alive. Guided by Avula’s expert Professional Hunters, this experience offers an opportunity to harvest top-quality free-range trophies while immersing yourself in landscapes that stir the soul and test your skill.

Trophies Included

• 1 × Kudu
• 1 × Mountain Reedbuck
• 1 × Warthog
• 1 × Blesbok
• 1 × Black Wildebeest

Package Includes:

• 5 Nights’ Luxury Accommodation
• Professional Hunter Services
• All Meals and Refreshments
• Trophy Preparation and Field Care

The Hunting Experience

Avula’s Mountain Free Range Hunt blends the thrill of high-country stalking with the elegance of Africa’s iconic species. Navigate the rugged escarpments in search of a free-range kudu bull, glass open slopes for mountain reedbuck, and traverse sweeping plains where herds of blesbok and black wildebeest roam.

Each outing is guided by experienced PHs and local trackers who understand the terrain intimately, ensuring your hunt is not only successful but deeply enriching. Whether you’re a seasoned hunter or new to Africa, this package delivers a fair-chase experience that connects you directly to the rhythm of the land.

Luxury Accommodation – Avula Homestead Lodge

Luxury Meets Untamed Landscapes

Welcome to Avula Homestead Lodge, an oasis of serenity set amid 66,000 acres of pristine, free-range wilderness. Designed for rifle hunters seeking solitude and authenticity, the lodge blends elegant comfort with the raw beauty of the African landscape.

After an adventurous day in the field, relax around the outdoor boma, enjoy hearty home-cooked meals, and recount the day’s stories beneath the stars.

Lodge Facilities:

• 3 Private en-suite rooms
• Three home-cooked meals daily
• Snacks, soft drinks, local beers, and wines
• Daily room and laundry service
• Lodge staff and Professional Hunter on-site
• Tracker, skinners, and full field dressing and trophy care
• Local taxidermy coordination for trophy pick-up and processing

Lodge Activities:

• Rifle and free-range hunting
• Hiking and bird watching
• Outdoor boma and dining
• Visits to ancient Bushman paintings

Why Hunt With Avula Safaris?

At Avula Safaris, hunting is more than pursuit — it’s preservation. Each free-range safari embodies our commitment to ethical hunting, wildlife management, and conservation stewardship. Guided by seasoned PHs and supported by world-class service, every guest experiences Africa not as a spectator, but as part of its living legacy.

From the grandeur of a kudu bull silhouetted on the ridgeline to the quiet camaraderie around the fire, this is Africa — wild, pure, and unforgettable.

Book Your Mountain Free Range Safari

Experience Africa as it was meant to be — untamed and magnificent.

Enquire today to reserve your Avula Mountain Free Range Hunting Safari.

General Information & Important Details

Important Contacts

• Nationwide Emergency Response: 10111
• Cell Phone Emergency: 112
• Ambulance: 10177
• ER24: 084 124 – 24-hour private emergency service with a nationwide network of ambulances and hospitals.
• Netcare 911: 082 911 – Privately-run 24-hour emergency service including road assistance, evacuation, aero-medical response, and emergency telephonic medical advice.

Insurance

• We strongly recommend all guests verify their personal medical and travel insurance coverage before departure.

Global Rescue is our preferred provider for comprehensive travel and evacuation protection:

Global Rescue Headquarters

85 Mechanic St, Suite A1-1, Lebanon, NH 03766, USA

• Toll-Free: (800) 381-9754
• Local: (617) 459-4200 or (603) 443-5400
• Fax: (617) 507-1050
• www.globalrescue.com

Medical

South Africa is a relatively disease-free area.

• An updated tetanus shot is suggested.
• No compulsory vaccinations or malaria medication are required for travel to South Africa.
• Confirm with your insurance provider that international medical coverage applies during your trip.

Climate (Hunting Weather)

• Fall (March–April): Highs 90–80°F | Lows 60–50°F
• Winter (June–August): Highs 65°F | Lows 40°F
• Spring (September): Highs 90°F | Lows 60°F

(Expect cool mornings and evenings with mild to warm afternoons — ideal for hunting.)

What to Pack

Clothing

A daily laundry service is provided — pack light.

• Long hunting pants – 3 pairs
• Shorts – 2 pairs
• Short-sleeve cotton shirts – 3
• Fall-weight jacket
• Socks – 4 pairs
• Jersey or windbreaker – 1
• Comfortable hunting boots – 1 pair
• Hiking boots or high-top sneakers – 1 pair
• Bush hat or baseball cap – 1
• Medium-weight gloves – 1 pair
• Lightweight raincoat or Frog Toggs – 1
• Comfortable lodge clothes for evenings by the fire

Camouflage is not required; neutral earth tones (green, khaki, tan, brown) are recommended.

Hunting Equipment

• Binoculars (10x42 recommended)
• Camera (extra battery and SD card)
• Firearms for plains game (.270–.300 mag range)
• Firearms for dangerous game (.375 H&H minimum)
• Ammunition (150gr+, 40–60 rounds; max 11 lbs in original box inside locked ammo case)
• TSA-approved locks for firearm and ammo cases
• Rifle slings, shooting sticks, soft gun case, and standard hunting knife
• Flashlight or headlamp

Personal Items

• Prescription medications (with copy of prescription)
• Spare glasses or contacts
• Sunblock and insect repellent (Avon Skin So Soft – unscented recommended)
• Toiletries and hygiene products
• Chapstick, hairbrush/comb
• Feminine hygiene products

Electronics & Power

• Most electronics are dual-voltage (110–240V). You’ll need a Type M adapter for South Africa’s 220/230V 50 Hz outlets.

Mobile / Wi-Fi:

• Available at most Avula lodges, though coverage may be limited in remote areas. Verizon offers strong international service; local SIM cards are available at airports.

Alcohol:

• Specialty or top-shelf liquor is best purchased duty-free before departure, as selection and pricing in South Africa can vary.

Airport Transfer

• Depending on group size, Avula Safaris will provide transport in a comfortable safari vehicle or luxury minibus from your arrival airport to the lodge.

Travel Documentation

For South Africa (General):

• Passport

For Travel with Firearm:

• Passport
• U.S. Customs Form 4457
• SAP520 (South African Firearm Import Permit)
• Flight Itinerary

For Travel with Archery Equipment:

• Passport

Travel Tip:

• Make copies of all important documents (passport, itinerary, firearm forms, and credit cards) and keep them in your carry-on. In case of loss, this will greatly simplify replacement or cancellation.

For any documentation questions or logistical assistance, please contact your Avula Safaris Representative prior to travel.