African Hunting Gazette

2020 is forcing us to re-evaluate everything

Think for a moment of the logistics of your last African safari. In all likelihood, your first leg took you to Atlanta. Then it was a flight to Joburg - 8425 miles. Then there’s clearance and perhaps an overnight at Afton. From there, anything from three hours’ drive – or more. Perhaps another flight and transfer, and that’s before you even reach your base in the African wilderness. You’re on the other side of the planet! A logistical feat - and we just take it all

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