Experience An Off-The-Grid Hunting Safari In Northern Mozambique

Where luxury in untouched concessions will take your breath away at idyllic woodland and beach lodges.

Camps

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Kambako Camp, Niassa
Reserve

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Litule Camp - Niassa Reserve (Mozambique)

Litule Camp, Niassa
Reserve

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Namaho Lodge

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Pemba Beach Lodge

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Species

Dangerous Game

  • Buffalo
  • Crocodile
  • Hippo
  • Leopard
  • Lion

Plains Game

  • Baboon – Yellow
  • Bushbuck
  • Bushpig
  • Duiker – Common
  • Duiker – Red
  • Eland – Livingstone
  • Grysbuck
  • Hartebeest – Lichtenstein
  • Guineafowl
  • Reedbuck – common
  • Hyena – Spotted
  • Impala – Johnston’s
  • Kudu – Southern Greater
  • Sable – Roosevelt
  • Suni
  • Warthog
  • Waterbuck
  • Wildebeest – Niassa
  • Zebra – Böhms

Mozambique Hunting Guide

Use the guide below to help you plan your hunting trip to Mozambique

Hunting In Mozambique

Hunting In Mozambique

General Information

Our hunting season in Mozambique is from 15th May to 30th November. The Niassa Reserve falls within the sub-tropical region of the country and receives on average 1000mm (40”) rain per year. The rainy season coincides with the heat and humidity from December through April. Winter, which is the dry season, stretches from May to mid-September and this is then also the coolest time to visit the country. Average day temperature ranges between 20°C and 30°C (68°F and 86°F). Animals become more visible from May through to November as the bush dries out and they tend to congregate close to water sources. August, September and October are the best months to hunt for predators while November is very good for buffalo as it is the driest time of the year. We are very specific with what we hunt, no buffalo or sable hunting is done in the herds, only lone bulls or groups of bulls are perused.  Sable bulls must show secondary growth of 1” at the base of the horn, which ensures that they are over 7 years of age. With regards to the hunting of leopard and lion we adhere to a strict protocol, which ensures that we hunt these animals sustainably. If you are after a daytime leopard, the best time to hunt them is before the end of August. Hunting is allowed at night, with artificial light, but only for lion, leopard, crocodile and bushpig. Hunting of female, young and/or immature animals is prohibited.

Permits And Licences

Each hunter is required, by law, to have a hunting licence before arriving in Mozambique. Furthermore, due to small quota allocations per area, a client needs to reserve animals (including plains game) upon booking the safari. Permits are issued for each trophy before the commencement of the safari. Non-reserved animals may be taken if available but will incur a 50% surcharge on top of the Government Licence fee to cover the costs of late application fees and courier fees of licences to Pemba.

Preparation Of Trophies

All skins are washed in bactericide and dry salted while skulls are boiled, cleaned and peroxided in camp. At the end of the hunting season (end of November), representatives from the Niassa Reserve Management inspect and measure all trophies in camp. Thereafter a transport permit is issued to transport the trophies from camp to Pemba. Once in Pemba, all trophies undergo inspection by representatives from the Ministry of Tourism, Agriculture and Veterinary and permits are issued to transport the trophies from Pemba to Maputo/Matola. From here Safari Air Cargo apply for the final export permits and once issued, the trophies are transported to Life-Form Taxidermy in South Africa which is the closest registered Veterinary accepted handling facility. All hunters will need to sign an Authorisation Letter giving Life Form Taxidermy permission to apply for the necessary veterinary import permits. At Life Form, all trophies are once more inspected before either being shipped to each hunter’s preferred taxidermist abroad or we recommend having the trophies mounted at Life Form Taxidermy

Firearms And Ammunition

Firearms And Ammunition

General Information

Each hunter is allowed to bring a maximum of three firearms to Mozambique with a maximum of 100 rounds of ammunition per firearm. The airline’s restriction is 11lbs of ammunition. No automatic, semi-automatic or military grade firearms are allowed. We recommend the minimum calibre to be used on thick skinned game is a .375 and recommend clients bring 20 soft rounds and 20 solid rounds. For general plains game we recommend a calibre in the .300 range with 40-60 rounds of ammunition. Bowhunting is allowed in Mozambique and is currently legal during the hunting season. All species may be taken with a bow. Should a hunter wish not to bring his/her own rifle on the safari, there are camp rifles and ammunition available for their use at an additional cost.

Travelling With Firearms

It is advisable to take out full insurance for all firearms before travelling anywhere in Africa. Ensure that your ammunition is in a separate lockable container from your rifle. It is legal for hunters to import bows for bowhunting purposes into Mozambique and no import permit is required. A valid firearm import permit is required before any hunter arrives in Mozambique. Clients visiting or travelling through South Africa (depending on the airline in-transit regulations) will also need to complete a South African Firearms Permit Application Form (SAPS520) and obtain the permit prior to their arrival. Please check with your travel agent or airline, the transit procedure when travelling through South Africa. For more information please see our South Africa firearm permit application section.

Mozambique Firearm Permit Application

We assist with the application thereof and every hunter must provide us at least 12 weeks before the commencement of the safari, the following documentation:

  • A colour copy of the passport
  • A colour copy of a passport size photograph in .jpeg format
  • A copy of the US Customs form 4457 (for US residents) or Firearm License from your home country
  • The flight itinerary; and 
  • The completed Client Information Sheet and Indemnity form.

 

Travelling To Mozambique

Travelling To Mozambique

Port OF Entry

The closest port of entry to the Niassa Reserve is Pemba International Airport (POL). We recommend that hunters fly via OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg, to Pemba directly on Airlink. There is one flight per day (none on Sundays and Tuesdays). A Chapungu-Kambako representative will meet and assist each client on arrival at Pemba airport. Clients will travel in a light aircraft from here to camp which is approximately a 1-hour flight.

Overnight In Johannesburg

Most international airlines fly to Johannesburg and sometimes your flight schedule will require you to overnight in Johannesburg before flying to Pemba the following morning. We recommend overnighting at either Afton Guest House or The Intercontinental Hotel OR Tambo.

Entry And Visa Requirements

Travellers to Mozambique must have a valid passport with validity of not less than six months and a Visa (to be applied for 60 days before the safari from the Mozambique Embassy in the hunter’s respective country). All visitors must check with their nearest Mozambican Consulate on the latest entry regulations and the necessity in obtaining a visa prior to traveling.

Health Issues

Mozambique is a malaria destination, so it is advisable to take malaria prophylactics before arriving in the country. Adequate clothing as well as mosquito repellent are important to minimize mosquito bites.  Tsetse flies are also found in the area but pose little to no risk of acquiring African trypanosomiasis (sleeping sickness). Each hunter is advised to bring a small personal medical kit with necessary preferred medication for headaches, colds, burns, allergies etc.

Health And Travel Insurance

It is important to note that all hunting safaris are potentially dangerous and it is each client’s own responsibility to arrange his/her medical, evacuation or personal insurance. We recommend Ripcord Comprehensive Travel Protection or Global Rescueas preferred travel insurers.

Currency & Gratuities

The official currency of Mozambique is the Metical (MT). However, US Dollars (USD) are widely accepted and recommended. Visa and MasterCard credit cards can be used in towns although they are not accepted everywhere. A gratuity is a gift of appreciation for services provided. They can be given to staff members at the hunter’s own discretion. We can provide a proposed gratuity list as guideline should it be required.

Experience Africa

Our continent is known for rich and colourful cultures, friendly people, exhilarating adventures and breath-taking natural beauty. Chapungu-Kambako Safaris can assist in arranging some additional sightseeing, interesting excursions or alternative activities for our travellers and observers.

Preparation For Your Trip

Preparation For Your Trip

There is daily laundry done in camp. Below is a packing list to get you prepared for your Mozambican safari:

  • 3 x t-shirts
  • 2 x long sleeve shirts (khaki or olive green)
  • 1 x sweatshirt / fleece
  • 1 x warm jacket (khaki or olive green)
  • 2 x pairs of comfortable shorts
  • 2 x pairs of cotton trousers / pants (Khaki or olive green)
  • 4 x pairs of socks and underwear
  • 1 x belt
  • 1 x hat / cap
  • Swimsuit
  • Lightweight, durable, waterproof hiking shoes / boots
  • Flip flops, sandals or Teva’s for around camp

Personal Documentation

Passport, airline tickets, rifle import documentation, invitation letters, emergency contact list and copies of all documents.

Personal Items

Cash, toiletries, sunglasses, reading glasses, any prescribed medication (if applicable), sunscreen, mobile phone and iPad charger, power adapter (Local power 220V) and leisure reading books.

Hunting Gear

Camera, knife, ammo belt, binoculars, telescope, hunting backpack, flashlight, hunting gaiters or leggings and insect repellent (Skin so Soft by Avon is recommended).

Malaria Prophylactics

Terms And Conditions

Terms And Conditions

All safaris booked through and conducted by Chapungu-Kambako Safaris in Mozambique are based on the following terms and conditions: (Please see the current Safari Pricelist and Safari Contract for the detailed Terms and Conditions)

Booking And Payment

Bookings are confirmed on receipt of the signed Safari Contract and 50% of the total daily rate. The balance of the daily rate plus the royalty fees is payable 90 days prior to the commencement of the safari. A trophy fee deposit is payable 30 days prior to the commencement of the safari. The balance of the trophy fees of all animals killed/wounded and any additional expenses incurred during the trip, are payable at the conclusion of the safari and can be paid in cash at the camp (US dollar notes, clean and unmarked, not older than 2009 series) or by electronic bank transfer. Any unused credits will be refunded within 14 days of the safari end date. Any other payment arrangement must be authorized in writing. Prices are subject to change without prior notice.

Cancellation Policy

There will be no refund of any deposit paid within six (6) months prior to commencement of the safari. If cancelled longer than 6 months prior to this date, 50% of the deposit will be refunded. Chapungu-Kambako Safaris will be open to accept postponements of safaris should there be a valid reason for a client not able to attend his/her safari, providing that there are acceptable available dates and quota.

Policy On Lion And Leopard Hunts

No lions under the age of six (6) or juvenile leopards may be shot. The PH’s decision on age is final. It is hereby agreed that any leopard or lion shot, regardless of its age, without the consent of the professional hunter accrues and immediate fine of US$ 30,000.00 or U$S 50,000.00 respectively. The hunt will not continue until payment has been received.

Indemnity

It must be noted that hunting is a dangerous vocation and although Chapungu-Kambako safaris are committed to your safety, comfort and enjoyment, we cannot be held responsible for any accidents, illness or death that may occur whilst on the safari. Each client will be required to sign an Indemnity / General release of all claims form before the commencement of the safari.

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