- Booking Conditions
A 50% deposit of the total safari rate is required to secure your booking. Game Trophy Fees and all applicable Government Royalties will be charged according to the rates valid in the year of your safari, regardless of those quoted at the time of the initial contract. Invoices and quotations are subject to adjustment if Government fees and/or Game Trophy Fees change.
Payment of Fees
- Full payment for your safari must be received 90 days prior to your arrival date.
- If payment has not been received upon your arrival in Zambia, you will not be permitted to begin your safari.
- A final invoice detailing all safari costs, including any additional charges, will be issued within 10 working days after the end of your safari.
- Trophies will only be shipped once full trophy payment has been received.
- Accepted payment methods Credit Card or wire transfer.
Deposit for Trophy Fees
- A deposit toward Trophy Fees is required before the safari begins. This amount will be credited toward the trophies taken during your hunt, with any remaining balance refundable.
Trophy Fee deposit requirements:
- 10 Days: $10,000
- 14–16 Days: $20,000
- 21 Days: $30,000
Balance is payable at the end of the safari. - Trophy fees, including community development fees, apply to all animals—wounded, lost, or harvested.
- All rates are listed in USD and may be updated without notice.
Hunting Regulations
The DNPW in Zambia authorizes the hunting of both lion and leopard under the following conditions:
10 Day Safari
- One buffalo may be taken on this permit.
- Minimum legal length for Leopard: 1.80 meters from nose to base of tail.
- Minimum legal length for Elephant: 15 kg weight.
- Minimum legal length for Crocodile: 3.00 meters measured from nose to tail tip.
- Bow hunting is available upon request under a different tariff.
21 Day Safari
The DNPW permits the following species on a 21-day license:
Elephant, Lion, Leopard, Greater Kudu, Eland, Sable, Klipspringer, Hippopotamus, Warthog, and Porcupine.
- Minimum caliber for dangerous game is .375 (9.3mm).
- Handguns are strictly prohibited.
Cancellations
- Cancellations made more than 60 days before the safari start date will receive a refund of the deposit minus a 15% administration fee.
- Cancellations made within 60 days of the safari start date are non-refundable.
- We strongly recommend Trip Cancellation Insurance to protect your investment.
Insurance
We highly recommend all clients obtain the following insurance coverage before travel:
- Accidental Death and Disability
- Medical
- Loss of Personal Effects
- Trip Cancellation
Ensure all policies are up to date and valid for travel to Zambia.
Liability
Hunting is an inherently risky activity, and big game hunting carries additional dangers. While every reasonable precaution is taken to safeguard you and your belongings, Kantanta Hunting Safaris accepts no liability for any accident, injury, illness, or loss occurring during or arising from the safari – including transportation and activities.
We also accept no responsibility for changes to Government regulations or fees but will inform you promptly should they occur. No guarantee is made regarding the taking of any specific animal during your safari; we strictly adhere to the principles and regulations of Fair Chase.