Bringing a Non-Hunting Spouse on Safari
How a non-hunting spouse, children or friends can enjoy a safari at Marula Game: observer day-rates, game drives, photography, malaria-free lodges and family-friendly itineraries.
Journal
Notes from the Bushveld
Practical writing from Chris and the Marula team — choosing an outfitter, Cape buffalo hunt budgets, trophy import logistics, and the rhythms of the Limpopo Bushveld.
Tipping on an African Safari: Who & How Much
How much to tip your PH, tracker, skinner and camp staff on a South African safari. Practical guidelines in USD and rand, plus when and how to tip at Marula Game.
Malaria-Free Hunting in the Waterberg, Limpopo
Marula's Waterberg / Limpopo Valley location is malaria-free — no prophylactics needed. Why this matters for families and non-hunting spouses, and how it compares to the Kruger Lowveld.
Bringing Your Rifle to South Africa: SAPS 520 Guide
How to bring your rifle to South Africa on a hunting safari: the free SAPS 520 temporary import permit, documents, ammo limits, airline rules and Marula's meet-and-assist at O.R. Tambo.
How to Choose a Hunting Outfitter in South Africa
An honest guide to vetting a South African hunting outfitter: what to ask, red flags to avoid, and how to verify references, PHASA accreditation and free-range claims.
The best time to hunt in Limpopo, South Africa
A month-by-month guide to the South African hunting season — weather, game movement and the best windows for Cape buffalo and plains game.
Plains game vs dangerous game: what's the difference?
Species, cost, rifles and hunting style — how to choose between a plains-game safari and a dangerous-game hunt, or combine both on one trip.
Rifle calibre & gear for Cape buffalo: a hunter's guide
Calibres, bullets, optics and the full kit list for a Cape buffalo hunt — why .375 is the legal minimum and what works best in the field.
Cape buffalo shot placement & field judging
The vital triangle, broadside and frontal shots, follow-up rules and how to judge a hard-bossed bull — a fair-chase guide from Chris Burger.
What to pack for an African hunting safari
A practical, field-tested packing list for a Limpopo hunting safari — layers, boots, optics, paperwork and what to leave at home.
How much does a Cape buffalo hunt cost in 2026?
A straight answer on daily rates, trophy fees, taxidermy, dip-and-pack and the all-in budget you should plan for on a fair-chase Cape buffalo safari in Limpopo.
Importing hunting trophies to the USA — a hunter's guide
CITES permits, USFWS clearance, taxidermy options and the realistic timeline for getting your Limpopo trophies safely home to the United States.