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Bagwele Safaris and Mogwele Game Lodge have all the amenities to facilitate either Rifle and/or Bow hunting parties. All our hunts
are planned according to the individual requirements of our clients.
Hunting takes place all year round, although the ideal hunting season is during the months of April through to September, with
June, July and August being the most popular months. These are the drier, more temperate months of the year when the bush provides
less cover, making the game easier to spot. Hunting can be arranged during the "out of season" months, bearing in mind that the summer
heat and rains result in high temperatures and humidity during the months of October through to March. We suggest that these factors
be taken into consideration when planning your safari.
The hunting grounds are divided into two privately owned conservancy areas, with a total area of 1,100 hectares
(2,700 acres). Due to the nature of rifle hunting, we restrict our rifle hunting to four
(4) rifle hunters during any one session (Morning/Evening). This restriction
however does not apply to bow hunters hunting from one of our bow blinds or tree stands.
Our Professional Hunters and Trackers ensure that selective hunting is managed to the best interests of the breeding herds. By
hunting in harmony with nature's needs we can achieve our aim of conservation through utilisation, ensuring a hunting and wildlife
heritage for future generations.
Rifle hunting is by far the most popular form of hunting in South Africa, and takes place
mainly by means of "walk and stalk" or ambush hunts.
Both these options provide a challenging, exhilarating and exciting hunt where
your skills will be tested whilst tracking down or attempting to outsmart your quarry. In our bushveld region, shots typically range
from 50 meters (54 yards) to 100 meters (110 yards).
We can provide Bow hunting safaris for all of the plains game species detailed on
our price list. Bow hunting in South Africa can be extremely challenging and very rewarding. The highest success rates are usually achieved through
the use of blinds and/or tree stands. We do however recommend the thrill of a "walk and stalk" bow hunt and the extreme challenge
that this type of hunting provides. To complete a successful "walk and stalk" bow hunt, conditions have to be perfect, your skills
honed and your patience unwavering.
Our Blinds are normally in close proximity to waterhole, ensuring a high success rate during the early morning and the late
afternoon, whilst our tree stands are placed strategically along frequently used game paths, or in areas where animals are most
likely to be encountered.
The summer months of October through to March provide conditions which are best suited to a "walk and stalk" bow hunt. Although
the weather conditions at this time of year are tough and not for the faint hearted, the dense and lush summer bush provides a
lot of cover which aids in a successful hunt.
In contrast, the winter months of April through to September provide conditions which are suited more too blind and/or tree stand
hunting. This is the driest part of the year and animals are dependent on known watering holes.
When planning a Bow hunting safari an important factor, which must be taken into consideration is the phase of the moon. Success rates are
greatly diminished during the full or almost full moon phase.
A comfortable and cool Rifle and Bow Range is provided which caters for either the zeroing of
your rifle and/or bow.
One of the keys to a successful hunt is accuracy and shot placement. Although the journey to Bagwele Safaris and the Mogwele Game
Lodge is not that long rather be safe than sorry. You may only have a single opportunity on a majestic trophy.
Our modern Cold Room and Slaughter Facilities makes for easy handling of carcasses,
whether it be dressing, cooling, storing or processing. Trophies can be caped and handed to local taxidermists for tanning or
other processing, mounting and shipping.