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Title: Around the waterhole at Spiral Horn Safaris
Post by: SHS on January 05, 2011, 03:10:00 PM: Hi guy’s

Here is some photo’s of what the waterholes looked like in December!

(http://i1013.photobucket.com/albums/af252/spiralhornsafaris/CDY_0059.jpg)

(http://i1013.photobucket.com/albums/af252/spiralhornsafaris/SUNP0035.jpg)

(http://i1013.photobucket.com/albums/af252/spiralhornsafaris/SUNP0038.jpg)

(http://i1013.photobucket.com/albums/af252/spiralhornsafaris/SUNP0131.jpg)

(http://i1013.photobucket.com/albums/af252/spiralhornsafaris/SUNP0189.jpg)

(http://i1013.photobucket.com/albums/af252/spiralhornsafaris/SUNP0227.jpg)

(http://i1013.photobucket.com/albums/af252/spiralhornsafaris/SUNP0305.jpg)

Best Regards
Louis van Bergen
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Post by: SilentT on January 05, 2011, 04:31:00 PM: Those are some big kudu!
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Post by: jason1040 on January 05, 2011, 06:01:00 PM: Those kudu are calling my name...maybe someday.
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Post by: Benny Nganabbarru on January 05, 2011, 08:45:00 PM: Cool!
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Post by: J-dog on January 05, 2011, 09:37:00 PM: Been to SA once on a hunt, dying to get back. It is one hunt I almost say as a Bhunter you HAVE to try before you pass on. Not just for the animals you see and hunt but just the whole feel of Africa. Got to be the most awesome country in the Globe.

J
Title: Re: Around the waterhole at Spiral Horn Safaris
Post by: SHS on January 06, 2011, 12:51:00 AM: A big thanks to everyone for the nice comments it is much appreciated! :notworthy:

Best Regards
Louis van Bergen
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Post by: FerretWYO on January 06, 2011, 04:58:00 PM: Awesome. I want to go to africa so bad.
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Post by: SHS on January 07, 2011, 11:59:00 AM: Hi FerretWyo

Thanks for the compliment!

Well I have some impala females that need taking care of this year?

Best Regards
Louis van Bergen
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Post by: SilentT on January 07, 2011, 12:01:00 PM: Ferret,

I'm going over to hunt with Louis in July. I'd love to have you along if you want to go! He has some great prices! Even some "cull animals" available. Think about it and feel free to PM me if you are interested.
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Post by: jonsimoneau on February 02, 2011, 01:34:00 AM: Looking good. I cannot wait to get back over there.
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Post by: Mike Vines on February 02, 2011, 01:27:00 PM: One day, South Africa is deffinatly on my list of places to hunt.
Title: Re: Around the waterhole at Spiral Horn Safaris
Post by: SHS on February 03, 2011, 05:36:00 AM: Thanks guy for all the nice comments should you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact me.

Best Regards
Louis van Bergen
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Post by: graybark uk on February 03, 2011, 02:17:00 PM: ive been to africa twice now & im proud to say its in my blood , im going back in august this year & cant wait .thanks for the photo`s.
john
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Post by: jon boy on February 07, 2011, 09:12:00 PM: The pictures make a guy think. Thinking can get expensive.
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Post by: JamesJamison on February 08, 2011, 10:54:00 AM: I wish I could afford a hunt like that.
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Post by: SilentT on February 09, 2011, 12:05:00 PM: James,
It's not nearly as expensive as you think. If you just want the hunting experience and are not worried about mounting and paying taxidermy on a bunch of animals, you could have a great hunt for under $3k. Easily. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions.
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Post by: Wile E. Coyote on February 10, 2011, 11:32:00 AM: Well actually once you add plane fare it gets closer to 5K as a minimum.
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Post by: SilentT on February 10, 2011, 02:55:00 PM: That could be true, but even so it's a bargain for the experience! 7 days, all inclusive, all meals and special service. Catered to your every need and loads and loads of animals to hunt. I love it!
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Post by: BearAddict72 on April 29, 2011, 09:25:00 PM: cool pics
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Post by: Terry Green on May 05, 2011, 09:53:00 AM: Yeah.....that's really not a bad price....even at 5K....there are folks that charge that much and more just to DEER hunt in THIS country.

If you did want to mount any animals, you could get them skinned and shipped back, and get them frozen and mounted on your own time to spread out the cost.
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Post by: ermont on May 05, 2011, 11:29:00 AM: I went to SA three years ago. TH ehunting is fantastic, the food is great. If you are used to sleeping in a tent, eating Ramen and charcoal hot dogs this will definitely be a shock to you. Pampered is an understatement. It is awesome. In regards to trophies, I killed several animals, had them mounted there and shipped to me. The problem turned out to be the exchange rate dropped in the year between me hunting there and the mounts being paid for and shipped. Cost me and extra $1100.00. Plus shipping stuff back, everyone you can think of is involved and guess what, they all want money. I would suggest only shipping back stuff you REALLY want to hang in your house like kudu or gemsbok 'cuz it's going to cost you. The other stuff take lots of pictures. Your PH should be experienced at taking good photos so you will have great pics you can blow up and enjoy. It really does make it more enjoyable when you don't have to worry about added costs especially if it will be a strain.
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Post by: BUFF on May 05, 2011, 01:50:00 PM: I went on a 5 day Cull hunt. Unlimited Impala does. zebra Warthogs ect for $1500.00
I was already over there working
The LSBA always has a couple of hunts to auction at their banquet that include 3 to 5 animals for between $1500.00 and $1000.00
Title: Re: Around the waterhole at Spiral Horn Safaris
Post by: Mike Vines on May 05, 2011, 10:09:00 PM: Quote
Originally posted by BUFF:
I went on a 5 day Cull hunt. Unlimited Impala does. zebra Warthogs ect for $1500.00

Now that one got my attention.
Title: Re: Around the waterhole at Spiral Horn Safaris
Post by: SHS on May 06, 2011, 02:19:00 AM: Good day Ladies and Gentleman

Here are some more pictures for everyone to enjoy, I know the date is very old but they were taking last week sorry I forgot to set the date always in a hurry LOL.

Africa might not be cheap, or it can be great value for money but there is simply nothing like it, folks it might take some time to save up but I think it is well worth jumping across the pond. :thumbsup:

(http://i1013.photobucket.com/albums/af252/spiralhornsafaris/CDY_0002.jpg)

(http://i1013.photobucket.com/albums/af252/spiralhornsafaris/CDY_0033.jpg)

(http://i1013.photobucket.com/albums/af252/spiralhornsafaris/CDY_0083.jpg)

(http://i1013.photobucket.com/albums/af252/spiralhornsafaris/CDY_0092.jpg)

(http://i1013.photobucket.com/albums/af252/spiralhornsafaris/CDY_0155.jpg)

(http://i1013.photobucket.com/albums/af252/spiralhornsafaris/CDY_0194.jpg)

We need some more guy's for the group hunt 2012, thanks to those who have secured their spots and it is going to be great having some traditional archers in camp. :clapper:

Best Regards
Louis van Bergen
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Post by: TxAg on May 07, 2011, 02:21:00 AM: nice impala
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Post by: jeanpaul3006 on May 10, 2011, 01:01:00 PM: looking forward to it, got any pics of nyala?
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Post by: SHS on May 10, 2011, 01:23:00 PM: Hi JeanPaul3006

I will set the camera up at a different watering whole and report back with pictures pretty soon!

Here are two other pictures to enjoy so long.

(http://i1013.photobucket.com/albums/af252/spiralhornsafaris/SUNP0003.jpg)

(http://i1013.photobucket.com/albums/af252/spiralhornsafaris/SUNP0008.jpg)

Looking forward to hunting with you!

Best Regards
Louis van Bergen
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Post by: jeanpaul3006 on May 10, 2011, 02:42:00 PM: sounds good, thanks Louis.
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Post by: David lozzano on December 20, 2011, 01:19:00 PM: Hello Louis.

Really interested in visiting your outfit in 2013. Let me ask you, what do you think is the average number of plains game taken with trad gear in a 10 day safari? I'm not looking to see which farm gives me the higher number, just want your input to know what to expect.

Thanks,
David Lozzano
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Post by: Rev Buck on December 20, 2011, 11:04:00 PM: My daughter and son-on-law are in Tanzania doing mission work. I took a team over there for a visit this past spring to do some work on a construction project along with some teaching, preaching, etc. While we were there we took a long photo safari in the Serengeti. Wow it was unforgettable. No kudu or gemsbok there, I don't think, but we saw thousands of head of other plains game. I think I took notes of at least 20 species. Africa really does get in your blood and you will never quite be the same after going there. I'd love to go back for a hunt. Rev
Title: Re: Around the waterhole at Spiral Horn Safaris
Post by: SHS on December 20, 2011, 11:48:00 PM: Hi Lozzano

I would say on average you can take up to 8 different species bearing in mind that you will pass up a number of animals to get the preferred trophy?

Please contact me on [email protected] I will gladly send you our promotional DVD.

Best Regards
Louis van Bergen
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Post by: wtpops on December 21, 2011, 06:35:00 PM: Check the cost of a guided elk hunt and that’s just for 1 animal and here in the states.

Example and this is for a guaranteed opportunity, you go back until you get an opportunity at a trophy Elk. Tejon Ranch California $20,000
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Post by: 187BOWHUNTER on April 06, 2012, 09:01:00 AM: I love warthogs, would love to get one!
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Post by: Geezer on April 07, 2012, 09:10:00 AM: I want a Wart Hog just like that one sooooo bad! And that wide Kudu is awesome!!! Keep buying Lotto tickets, boys...keep buying them. :)